Teams at Empire State Development

Monitors and administers cybersecurity infrastructure, including network security, SIEM, encryption, antivirus, patch management, secure file transfer, MFA, and SSO solutions. Performs vulnerability and penetration testing, investigates suspicious activity, supports forensic analysis and incident response, manages access controls, documents security procedures, assists with disaster recovery, and collaborates on cybersecurity policies and help desk incident management.

Leads technical program delivery for state-funded broadband infrastructure projects. Responsibilities include resolving permitting and pole-attachment delays, coordinating stakeholders and field audits, verifying construction and safety compliance, implementing quality assurance and acceptance procedures, tracking milestones and deficiencies, forecasting audit resources, and reporting risks to leadership. The role requires extensive telecommunications construction or infrastructure program-management experience, knowledge of New York permitting, broadband technologies, project documentation, and proficiency with Microsoft Office and ArcGIS.

Serves as the primary MWBD analyst for assigned New York State agencies and authorities. Reviews MWBE goal plans, utilization reports, procurement records, and spending requests for regulatory compliance; identifies issues and recommends corrective actions. Conducts program reviews, surveys, training, technical assistance, outreach, and compliance monitoring. Prepares reports and correspondence, supports remedial plans, coordinates with certification and compliance units, and keeps management informed of program trends and challenges.