Information Technology

Information Security Analysts

Also Known as: IT Security Analyst, Cyber Security Threat Analyst, Cyber Security Analyst, Data Security Analyst, Security Analyst

In-Demand Job

Average Earnings Over Time

$29/hr

$40/hr

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High

Salaries may vary per region

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.

Top Skills for this Job

Reading Comprehension
Critical Thinking
Complex Problem Solving
Speaking
Active Listening
Writing
Judgment and Decision Making
Time Management
Active Learning
Monitoring

Top Tasks for this Job

Train users and promote security awareness to ensure system security and to improve server and network efficiency.
Develop plans to safeguard computer files against accidental or unauthorized modification, destruction, or disclosure and to meet emergency data processing needs.
Confer with users to discuss issues such as computer data access needs, security violations, and programming changes.
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.
Coordinate implementation of computer system plan with establishment personnel and outside vendors.
Monitor use of data files and regulate access to safeguard information in computer files.
Perform risk assessments and execute tests of data processing system to ensure functioning of data processing activities and security measures.
Encrypt data transmissions and erect firewalls to conceal confidential information as it is being transmitted and to keep out tainted digital transfers.
Document computer security and emergency measures policies, procedures, and tests.
Review violations of computer security procedures and discuss procedures with violators to ensure violations are not repeated.