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Buffalo State University

Supervising Programmer/Analyst

🇺🇸 Buffalo, New York 🕑 Full-Time 💰 $77K - $144K 💻 Information Technology 🗓️ August 27th, 2026
CEH CISM CISSP

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Buffalo State University is hiring a Supervising Programmer/Analyst. The role, known locally as the External Security Services Information Security Officer (ESISO), provides strategic cybersecurity leadership and advisory services to higher education institutions, focusing on security strategy implementation, risk management, regulatory compliance, and protecting academic and administrative data. This position leads teams, manages security programs, coordinates project deliverables, supports incident response, and advises on security-related software and hardware configurations.

Highlights
  • Provide strategic cybersecurity leadership and advice to higher education campuses and ITEC management.
  • Assess and implement security policies, frameworks, and risk management aligned with university needs.
  • Lead teams and manage security programs with a strong emphasis on project management and coordination.
  • Support campuses during security incidents and help with compliance requirements like GLBA, PCI, FERPA, HIPAA.
  • Requires bachelor’s degree in security, computing, programming, networking, or related field with progressive professional experience.
  • Must demonstrate knowledge of compliance frameworks, NIST Cybersecurity Framework, incident response planning, and security policy creation.
  • Preferred qualifications include master’s in information security, relevant certifications (e.g., CISSP, CISM, SSCP), familiarity with security tools (Zeek, Snort, Metasploit), and cloud provider experience (Azure, AWS, Google Cloud).
  • Experience with security operations tools like EDR, SIEM, IDS/IPS, and system administration for Windows, Linux, and virtualization environments is advantageous.
  • Salary range is $77,346 to $143,611, competitive based on experience.
  • Position is full-time, exempt, and part of the UUP bargaining unit, based primarily at Buffalo State University or potentially other SUNY/New York State locations.

Supervising Programmer/Analyst Full Description

Supervising Programmer/Analyst
Posting Details
 Position Information 
About Buffalo State  | Buffalo State is one of the largest comprehensive schools in the State University of New York system. As a civically minded, urban-engaged campus community located in the city’s cultural corridor, Buffalo State prides itself as having smaller learning environments coupled with larger university opportunities. Boasting a diverse and inclusive campus, Buffalo State is committed to the intellectual, personal, and professional growth of its students, faculty, staff, and alumni. The school’s mission is to deliver a broad array of high-quality and distinctive academic programs infused with diversity, creativity, and hands-on learning opportunities for hardworking students who seek a personalized and affordable education that engages their minds and advances their careers. Buffalo State is dedicated to excellence in teaching, research, service, scholarship, creative activity, and cultural enrichment. With degree programs in education, the arts, science, arts and humanities, and professional studies, each year over 6,000 students choose Buffalo State. Buffalo State welcomes applicants who are committed to helping us fulfill our mission.

Faculty/Professional  | Professional
Department  | Information Technology Exchange Center
Local Title  | External Security Services Information Security Officer
Budget Title  | Supervising Programmer/Analyst
Rank  | SL-5
Line Number  | 21116, 21176, 21180, 21203, 21216
Salary Range  | $77,346 -$143,611 Competitive based on experience.
FTE  | Full-Time
Bargaining Unit  | UUP
PRODiG+ Position  | No
Executive Position  | No
FLSA  | Exempt
Department Website  | https://www.itec.suny.edu
Brief Job Description  | ITEC’s External Security Services Information Security Officer (ESISO) provides strategic cybersecurity leadership and advisory services to higher education institutions. The role focuses on assessing and implementing security strategies, policies, and frameworks aligned with the unique needs of universities and colleges, while helping manage cyber risk, regulatory compliance, and protection of academic, research, and administrative data. The ESISO serves as a trusted security advisor and advocate to campus and ITEC senior management, clearly communicating risks, priorities, and recommendations in business‑relevant terms. The position requires a strong understanding of information security programs within complex U.S. organizations, including higher education, SUNY, and New York State government environments. With team leadership and security program management as core responsibilities, the role also carries a strong project management focus, coordinating deliverables with the Security Services Service Delivery Manager. The ESISO helps define, oversee, and contribute to approved campus security projects. The role also supports campuses during security incidents and advises on security‑focused software, system requirements, compliance (e.g., GLBA, PCI, FERPA, HIPAA) and appropriate hardware and software configurations.

Please see https://www.itec.suny.edu/itec-vacancies for more information.

The location for this position is in Buffalo, NY. An office location at a New York State or SUNY Institution may be possible.

Multiple selections may be made from this posting.

Required Qualifications  | A bachelor’s degree in a security, computing, programming, networking or related field, and progressive relevant professional work experience.. Good presentation skills, interpersonal skills, written and communication skills. Demonstrated familiarity with compliance requirements (e.g., PCI, GLBA, FERPA) and NIST Cybersecurity Framework (CSF) or equivalents. Demonstrated familiarity with creating and implementing security policies, risk assessments and tabletop exercises. Demonstrated familiarity with Incident Response (IR) and creating IR Plans.

Preferred Qualifications  | Master’s degree in information security or assurance, such as MSIA, or Certifications related to Security Operations/Architecture/Engineering: ISC2: CISM, CISSP or SSCP.(CISSP-ISSAP or ISSEPa plus); relevant SANS GIAC series; or others, like PNPT, OSCP, CEH, CISA, or CySA+. Familiarity with Security Tools such as Zeek, Snort, Suricata, Nmap, Metasploit, Wireshark, OpenVAS, Autopsy, etc. Working or managerial experience in a large organization, especially higher education. Recent operational or administrative experience with EDR, SIEM, IDS/IPS Systems or Zero Trust Networks. Experience responding to or advising the response to a security breach, such as notification, chain of custody, guiding forensics, or compliance reporting. Experience in System Administration for Windows servers, vCenter/ESXi, Linux, Hypervisors, Networking Infrastructure a plus. Cloud provider experience and/or certifications with any of Azure, AWS, Google Cloud. Membership in REN-ISAC, MS-ISAC, or other industry ISAC.
Anticipated Date of Hire  | 12/01/2026
Priority Review Date  |
Application Deadline Date  | 09/20/2026
Open Until Filled  | No
Special Instructions to Applicant  |
Contact Person  |
Contact Email  |
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Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting  | https://jobs.buffalostate.edu/postings/8223
Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer  | Buffalo State is an affirmative action/equal opportunity institution that subscribes to all federal, state, and SUNY legal requirements and does not discriminate against applicants, students, or employees on the basis of race, sex, ethnicity, national origin, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability, or marital or veteran status (Nondiscrimination Notice). Any violation of this policy should be reported to the Equity and Diversity Office, Cleveland Hall 204, (716) 878-6210. Buffalo State is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor. If you have any questions, please contact Jamie Warnes at [email protected] or call (716) 878-4822.
Background Investigation Statement  | All applicants are subject to a pre-employment background investigation. Our Pre-Employment Background Screening Policy is available at http://hr.buffalostate.edu/pre-employment-background-screening.
Clery Statement  | Applicants interested in positions may access the Annual Security Report (ASR) for SUNY Buffalo State at http://police.buffalostate.edu. The ASR contains information on campus security policies and certain campus crime statistics. Crime statistics are reported in accordance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act. Applicants may request a hard copy of the ASR by contacting the SUNY Buffalo State University Police Department at (716) 878-6333.
New York State Executive Order 161  | Pursuant to Executive Order 161, no State entity, as defined by the Executive Order, is permitted to ask, or mandate, in any form, that an applicant for employment provide his or her current compensation, or any prior compensation history, until such time as the applicant is extended a conditional offer of employment with compensation. If such information has been requested from you before such time, please contact the Office of Employee Relations at (518) 474-6988 or via email at [email protected]. Further restrictions on using salary information in the hiring process appear in Labor Law §194-a.
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
  1. * How did you hear about this employment opportunity? 
    • Buffalo State website
    • Buffalo News
    • Buffalo Rocket
    • Challenger
    • Chronicle of Higher Education
    • HigherEdJobs
    • Panorama Hispano News
    • Employee Referral
    • Other
  2. * All applicants are subject to a pre-employment background investigation. The college's Pre-Employment Background Screening Policy is available at http://hr.buffalostate.edu/pre-employment-background-screening. Prior to an offer of employment, an applicant will be required to sign an authorization release form, allowing Buffalo State to conduct a background investigation. Failure of an applicant to sign the authorization release form will disqualify an applicant from further consideration for appointment. 
    • I agree to comply with the college's policy.
    • I do not agree to comply with the college's policy. (Note, this selection will disqualify you from further consideration for appointment.)
  3. * Do you have a bachelor’s degree in a security, computing, programming, networking or related field, and progressive relevant professional work experience? 
    • Yes
    • No
  4. * Do you have demonstrated familiarity with compliance requirements (e.g., PCI, GLBA, FERPA) and NIST Cybersecurity Framework (CSF) or equivalents? 
    • Yes
    • No
Documents Needed to Apply
Required Documents
  1. Resume / Curriculum Vitae
  2. Cover Letter
  3. Names and Contact Information for 3 Professional References

Optional Documents
Human Resource Management Office
 Buffalo State University • 1300 Elmwood Avenue • Cleveland Hall 403
 Buffalo, NY 14222 • Phone: 716-878-3042 • Fax: 716-878-3068
 Website: hr.buffalostate.edu • E-mail: [email protected]