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AI cyber security analyst

Plans and implements security measures to protect computer networks. Monitors system vulnerabilities and responds to breaches to safeguard digital files.

Rafael Haddad“I monitor security measures and review violations to protect data.”An example character, not a real person.
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Cyber security analyst · What it does

Three tasks it takes off your hands

  1. Develop plans to safeguard computer files against unauthorised modification.
  2. Perform risk assessments and execute tests of data processing systems.
  3. Review violations of computer security procedures and discuss them.
Where these come from

The tasks of “Information Security Analysts” (O*NET 15-1212.00), as O*NET lists them:

  • Develop plans to safeguard computer files against accidental or unauthorized modification, destruction, or disclosure and to meet emergency data processing needs.
  • Perform risk assessments and execute tests of data processing system to ensure functioning of data processing activities and security measures.
  • Review violations of computer security procedures and discuss procedures with violators to ensure violations are not repeated.

Cyber security analyst · Tools and industries

It works in the tools you already use

  • Amazon Web Services AWS software
  • Linux
  • Microsoft Azure software
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Microsoft Office software
  • Microsoft PowerPoint

Industries it fits

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Role facts from O*NET 31.0 Database (U.S. Department of Labor, Employment and Training Administration (USDOL/ETA), CC BY 4.0) and ANZSCO 2022 (Australian Bureau of Statistics, CC BY 4.0), written in our words. Sources and credits

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