Also known as
(IT) Information Technology
Plan, implement, upgrade, or monitor security measures for the protection of computer networks and information.
Information Security Analysts
About this Career Path
Plan, implement, upgrade, or monitor security measures for the protection of computer networks and information. May ensure appropriate security controls are in place that will safeguard digital files and vital electronic infrastructure. May respond to computer security breaches and viruses.
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Environment
Most information security analysts work for computer companies, consulting firms, or business and financial companies.
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Job Titles
Information Security Analysts
JOB TITLE
Help Desk Technician
JOB TITLE
Systems/Network Administrator
JOB TITLE
Information Security Manager/Chief Information Security Officer
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Information Security Analysts
Top Expected Tasks
Information Security Analysts
Encrypt data transmissions and erect firewalls to conceal confidential information as it is being transmitted and to keep out tainted digital transfers.
Develop plans to safeguard computer files against accidental or unauthorized modification, destruction, or disclosure and to meet emergency data processing needs.
Review violations of computer security procedures and discuss procedures with violators to ensure violations are not repeated.
Monitor use of data files and regulate access to safeguard information in computer files.
Monitor current reports of computer viruses to determine when to update virus protection systems.
Modify computer security files to incorporate new software, correct errors, or change individual access status.
Perform risk assessments and execute tests of data processing system to ensure functioning of data processing activities and security measures.
Confer with users to discuss issues such as computer data access needs, security violations, and programming changes.
Train users and promote security awareness to ensure system security and to improve server and network efficiency.
Coordinate implementation of computer system plan with establishment personnel and outside vendors.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Information Security Analysts
KNOWLEDGE
Computers and Electronics
KNOWLEDGE
Telecommunications
KNOWLEDGE
Administration and Management
KNOWLEDGE
English Language
KNOWLEDGE
Education and Training
SKILL
Reading Comprehension
SKILL
Critical Thinking
SKILL
Complex Problem Solving
SKILL
Speaking
SKILL
Active Listening
ABILITY
Written Comprehension
ABILITY
Oral Comprehension
ABILITY
Problem Sensitivity
ABILITY
Deductive Reasoning
ABILITY
Inductive Reasoning
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