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Information Security Analysts

Plan, implement, upgrade, or monitor security measures for the protection of computer networks and information. Assess system vulnerabilities for security risks and propose and implement risk mitigation strategies. 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.

Tasks
11 tasks11 core
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Computer & MathematicalOne of its 38 occupations
Code
15-1212.00SOC 2018: 15-1212

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  1. Task 1. Develop plans to safeguard computer files against accidental or unauthorized modification, destruction, or disclosure and to meet emergency data processing needs.Core taskTask 5314Rated by 72 people who do the job, August 2018
  2. Task 2. Monitor current reports of computer viruses to determine when to update virus protection systems.Core taskTask 5316Rated by 72 people who do the job, August 2018
  3. Task 3. Encrypt data transmissions and erect firewalls to conceal confidential information as it is being transmitted and to keep out tainted digital transfers.Core taskTask 5321Rated by 72 people who do the job, August 2018
  4. Task 4. Perform risk assessments and execute tests of data processing system to ensure functioning of data processing activities and security measures.Core taskTask 5320Rated by 72 people who do the job, August 2018
  5. Task 5. Modify computer security files to incorporate new software, correct errors, or change individual access status.Core taskTask 5317Rated by 72 people who do the job, August 2018
  6. Task 6. Review violations of computer security procedures and discuss procedures with violators to ensure violations are not repeated.Core taskTask 5323Rated by 72 people who do the job, August 2018
  7. Task 7. Document computer security and emergency measures policies, procedures, and tests.Core taskTask 5322Rated by 72 people who do the job, August 2018
  8. Task 8. Confer with users to discuss issues such as computer data access needs, security violations, and programming changes.Core taskTask 5315Rated by 72 people who do the job, August 2018
  9. Task 9. Monitor use of data files and regulate access to safeguard information in computer files.Core taskTask 5319Rated by 71 people who do the job, August 2018
  10. Task 10. Coordinate implementation of computer system plan with establishment personnel and outside vendors.Core taskTask 5318Rated by 72 people who do the job, August 2018
  11. Task 11. Train users and promote security awareness to ensure system security and to improve server and network efficiency.Core taskTask 5313Rated by 72 people who do the job, August 2018

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  2. Classification
    Standard Occupational Classification 2018, 15-1212
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