Job Description
The Office of Technology and Innovation (OTI) leverages technology to drive opportunity, improve public safety, and help government run better across New York City. From delivering affordable broadband to protecting against cybersecurity threats and building digital government services, OTI is at the forefront of how the city delivers for New Yorkers in the 21st century. Watch our welcome video to see our work in action, follow us on social media @NYCOfficeofTech, and visit oti.nyc.gov to learn more.
At OTI, we offer great benefits, and the chance to work on projects that have a meaningful impact on millions of people. You'll have the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology and collaborate with other passionate professionals who share your drive and commitment to making a difference through technology.
Within OTI, the Office of Information Privacy (OIP) is dedicated to safeguarding the identifying information of New Yorkers. Led by the City's Chief Privacy Officer, OIP shapes privacy strategy, advises City agencies, and supports responsible data practices citywide. OIP is committed to the ongoing professional development of its staff, including by providing the opportunity to attain IAPP certifications.
The Office of Information Privacy (OIP) is looking for a proactive and detail-oriented Privacy Analyst to join our team. Reporting to OIP leadership, you'll play a key role in strengthening privacy protections across the city. You'll handle sophisticated privacy tasks with latitude for independent work and decision-making, moving beyond routine support to actively contribute to our privacy mission.
Responsibilities will include:
- Assist in operationalizing and strengthening the Citywide privacy program, helping agencies comply with NYC's Identifying Information Law.
- Independently prepare privacy compliance reports and analytical documents.
- Monitor agency privacy practices, perform preliminary trend analyses to spot potential risks, and help refine Citywide policies based on data.
- Coordinate with agency privacy officers to support the maintenance and implementation of privacy policies and procedures.
- Generate project-specific privacy compliance documents.
- Work with interdisciplinary teams (legal, IT, policy, contracting and procurement) to tackle privacy challenges.
- Draft clear communication materials about privacy initiatives for various audiences.
- Assist in responding to internal and external privacy related inquiries, as well as providing analytical support for incident response and preparedness.
- Monitor developments in privacy laws and regulations, briefing the team on key changes.
- Assist senior staff and technical teams in evaluating the privacy implications of proposed technologies and controls.
- Help manage privacy aspects of projects, including tracking progress, identifying milestones and challenges, and preparing status reports, presentations, and meeting agendas.
- Handle special projects and initiatives as assigned.
HOURS/SHIFT
Day - Due to the necessary duties of this position in a 24/7 operation, candidate may be required to work various shifts such as weekends and/or nights/evenings.
WORK LOCATION
Brooklyn, NY
TO APPLY
* Interested applicants with other civil service titles who meet the preferred requirements should also submit a resume for consideration
Please go to and search for Job ID #759991
SUBMISSION OF A RESUME IS NOT A GUARANTEE THAT YOU WILL RECEIVE AN INTERVIEW
APPOINTMENTS ARE SUBJECT TO OVERSIGHT APPROVAL
OTI participates in E-Verify
IT SECURITY SPECIALIST - 95622
Minimum Qualifications
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,
Education and/or experience which is equivalent to "1" above.
Preferred Skills
The preferred candidate should possess the following: - Experience working in privacy, data protection, cybersecurity, legal compliance, or a related field. - Familiarity with privacy laws (e.g., GDPR, CCPA, HIPAA) and frameworks (e.g., NIST Privacy Framework). - One or more IAPP certifications (CIPP, CIPM, CIPT, AIGP). - Ability to analyze data, spot trends, and clearly explain your findings. - Excellent written and verbal communication skills. - Good organizational skills. - Experience collaborating with technical and nontechnical teams. - A proactive approach and the ability to work independently with general supervision. - Genuine interest in information privacy and protecting identifying information.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness
As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education's website at ;br>
Residency Requirement
New York City Residency is not required for this position
Additional Information
The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.
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- Dice Id: 10110574
- Position Id: 759991
- Posted 2 hours ago
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