Full Job Description
Under the direction of the agency's Executive Deputy Superintendent for Cybersecurity, the Deputy Superintendent for Cybersecurity Law & Policy will provide expertise and leadership in support of the Department's mission to protect consumers and industry by leading the Division's Cybersecurity Law & Policy Unit of DFS's Cybersecurity Division.
This role will support interpretation and enforcement of the Cybersecurity Regulation (Part 500). Duties will include, but are not limited to:
• Leads and manages a team of attorneys and staff in the Cybersecurity Law and Policy Unit;
• Leads the development and implementation of policy initiatives to promote compliance with Part 500;
• Drafts and contributes to cybersecurity guidance, alerts, and advisories for DFS-related entities;
• Facilitates external educational seminars and other speaking engagements with trade associations and other stakeholders regarding Part 500, the Cybersecurity Division, and the work of the Department;
• Oversees and performs legal research and analysis related to legal and policy recommendations;
• Assists with and participates in, as needed, cybersecurity-related incident investigations, enforcement actions, and drafting and negotiating agreements with regulated entities;
• Oversees revisions to Part 500 and the regulatory amendment process, as needed;
• Develops, implements, and maintains policies and procedures for the Cybersecurity Law & Policy Unit and the Cybersecurity Division;
• Coordinates with the Department's Office of General Counsel and other Department staff; and
• Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications Preferred Qualifications
• Admission to a state bar, in good standing, for at least 14 years, and admission to the New York State bar within one (1) year of selection for this position.
• At least 8 years of specialized experience in one or more of the following fields:
o Cybersecurity and/or Privacy Law
o Regulatory compliance, and/or
o Investigations and regulatory enforcement.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to write clearly on complex issues.
• Knowledge of cybersecurity and information technology concepts.
Appointment Method:
This is an appointment to a position in the exempt jurisdictional class. As such, the incumbent of this position would serve at the pleasure of the appointing authority.
Additional Comments Please note that a change in negotiating unit may affect your salary, insurance and other benefits.
Salary: $180,562 - $223,625 (salary commensurate with experience)
Positions located within the New York City metropolitan area, as well as Suffolk, Nassau, Rockland, and Westchester Counties, are also eligible to receive an additional $4,000 annual downstate adjustment.
Appointment Status: This is an appointment to a position in the exempt jurisdictional class.
Appointment to this position is pending Governor Appointment's Office and Division of Budget approval.
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.
Name Nate Keiper
Telephone
Email Address NCE.Notifications@dfs.ny.gov
Address
Street One Commerce Plaza
Suite 301
City Albany
State NY
Zip Code 12257
Notes on Applying To Apply: Interested qualified candidates must submit a resume and letter of interest no later than October 30, 2026 to the email address listed below. Please include Box# (Box DSCLP-DFSP3-10133) in the subject line of your email to ensure receipt of your application. Email submissions are preferred.
Please be advised that the New York State Department of Financial Services does not offer sponsorship for employment visas.
Nate Keiper
Box DSCLP-DFSP3-10133
New York State Department of Financial Services
Office of Human Resources Management
One Commerce Plaza, Suite 301
Albany, NY 12257
Email: NCE.Notifications@dfs.ny.gov
Fax: (518) 402-5071
All candidates that apply may not be scheduled for an interview.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness
Employment with New York State qualifies an individual for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF). This program forgives the remaining balance on any Direct Student Loans after you have made 120 qualifying monthly payments while working full-time for a U.S. federal, state, local, or tribal government or not-for-profit organization. To learn more about the program and whether you would qualify, please visit: https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service
