Special Advisor to the Superintendent for Technology Policy (Special Assistant, NS)

Financial Services, Department of · New York · New York

Role: Policy analyst
Posted: Oct 5, 2026
Closes: Oct 30, 2026
Salary: $180,562 - $223,625 Annually (salary commensurate with experience); eligible positions in NYC metro area and certain counties receive additional $4,150 annual downstate adjustment

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Summary

The New York State Department of Financial Services seeks a Special Advisor to the Superintendent for Technology Policy to provide strategic counsel on technology regulation and emerging technologies like artificial intelligence. The role will develop policy approaches to balance innovation with consumer protection, manage stakeholder engagement, and support implementation of new regulatory frameworks including New York's Responsible AI Safety Education law. This position reports to the Superintendent and serves in the Executive Division.

Key qualifications

At least 14 years of relevant work experience, including 5 years in financial or technology policy development and regulation at managerial level
Master's degree in public policy, computer science, or business; law degree; or Ph.D. in finance, economics preferred
Substantial policy and regulatory experience in data privacy, machine learning, algorithmic decision-making, AI regulation, and related areas
Ability to navigate state and federal policy-making and develop strategies for new regulatory authorities
Record of rigorous analysis of complex problems expressed in clear, persuasive written work product
Familiarity with DFS jurisdiction including banking, non-bank financial services, virtual currency, and insurance

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