Cybersecurity Engineer (Cloud Security)
About The Position
The Cybersecurity Engineer (Cloud Security) supports the protection of New York City’s digital infrastructure by assisting with the integration, testing, operation, and configuration of defensive technologies across cloud and on-premises environments. The role helps execute Cyber Command’s defensive strategy, validate the scalability of cloud-based security controls, document proof-of-concept results, and maintain architectural diagrams and operational runbooks. The position offers opportunities to develop expertise in cloud security architecture and administration with structured mentorship from senior engineers, while supporting agency stakeholders.
Requirements
- A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college and four years of satisfactory full-time experience related to projects and policies required by the particular position, or equivalent education and/or experience.
- Candidates may be required to work various shifts, including weekends and/or nights/evenings, due to the technical duties of the position in a 24/7 operation.
Responsibilities
- Assist senior engineers in configuring, integrating, and operating defensive security controls across hybrid cloud and on-premises environments.
- Assist senior engineers in designing and implementing strategic defensive controls, including cloud-based security solutions, to safeguard city data, protect network infrastructure, and enhance incident response capabilities.
- Support proof-of-concept evaluations for cloud security tools by executing test cases, validating solution adoptability, and documenting results.
- Maintain technical documentation, including cloud architectural diagrams, configuration guides, and operational runbooks.
- Provide technical support and clear communication to agency stakeholders during security-control deployment and integration.
- Work with internal project teams, business units, and technical stakeholders to align security readiness with deployment schedules.
- Handle special projects and initiatives as assigned.
Benefits
- The posting states that OTI offers great benefits, without specifying them.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
