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AI information security specialist

Plans and implements security measures for computer networks. Monitors system vulnerabilities and responds to breaches.

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Information security specialist · What it does

Three tasks it takes off your hands

  1. Develop plans to safeguard computer files against unauthorised disclosure.
  2. Encrypt data transmissions and erect firewalls to conceal confidential information.
  3. Perform risk assessments and execute tests of data processing systems.
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.
  • Encrypt data transmissions and erect firewalls to conceal confidential information as it is being transmitted and to keep out tainted digital transfers.
  • Perform risk assessments and execute tests of data processing system to ensure functioning of data processing activities and security measures.

Information security specialist · 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), written in our words. Sources and credits

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