# Information Security Engineers > Develop and oversee the implementation of information security procedures and policies. Build, maintain and upgrade security technology, such as firewalls, for the safe use of computer networks and the transmission and retrieval of information. Design and implement appropriate security controls to identify vulnerabilities and protect digital files and electronic infrastructures. Monitor and respond to computer security breaches, viruses, and intrusions, and perform forensic investigation. May oversee the assessment of information security systems. - Code: 15-1299.05 (O*NET-SOC; SOC 2018 15-1299) - Family: [Computer & Mathematical](https://foundation.org.ai/occupations#family-15), one of its 38 occupations - Tasks: 20 tasks (20 not rated) - Page: https://foundation.org.ai/occupations/15-1299.05 - JSON: https://foundation.org.ai/data/tasks/15-1299.05.json ## What the work is made of 1. Assess the quality of security controls, using performance indicators. Not rated · Task 21766 · Listed by O*NET analysts, November 2020 2. Conduct investigations of information security breaches to identify vulnerabilities and evaluate the damage. Not rated · Task 21767 · Listed by O*NET analysts, November 2020 3. Coordinate documentation of computer security or emergency measure policies, procedures, or tests. Not rated · Task 21768 · Listed by O*NET analysts, November 2020 4. Coordinate monitoring of networks or systems for security breaches or intrusions. Not rated · Task 21769 · Listed by O*NET analysts, November 2020 5. Coordinate vulnerability assessments or analysis of information security systems. Not rated · Task 21770 · Listed by O*NET analysts, November 2020 6. Develop information security standards and best practices. Not rated · Task 21771 · Listed by O*NET analysts, November 2020 7. Develop or implement software tools to assist in the detection, prevention, and analysis of security threats. Not rated · Task 21772 · Listed by O*NET analysts, November 2020 8. Develop or install software, such as firewalls and data encryption programs, to protect sensitive information. Not rated · Task 21773 · Listed by O*NET analysts, November 2020 9. Develop response and recovery strategies for security breaches. Not rated · Task 21774 · Listed by O*NET analysts, November 2020 10. Identify or implement solutions to information security problems. Not rated · Task 21775 · Listed by O*NET analysts, November 2020 11. Identify security system weaknesses, using penetration tests. Not rated · Task 21776 · Listed by O*NET analysts, November 2020 12. Oversee development of plans to safeguard computer files against accidental or unauthorized modification, destruction, or disclosure or to meet emergency data processing needs. Not rated · Task 21777 · Listed by O*NET analysts, November 2020 13. Oversee performance of risk assessment or execution of system tests to ensure the functioning of data processing activities or security measures. Not rated · Task 21778 · Listed by O*NET analysts, November 2020 14. Provide technical support to computer users for installation and use of security products. Not rated · Task 21779 · Listed by O*NET analysts, November 2020 15. Recommend information security enhancements to management. Not rated · Task 21780 · Listed by O*NET analysts, November 2020 16. Review security assessments for computing environments or check for compliance with cybersecurity standards and regulations. Not rated · Task 21781 · Listed by O*NET analysts, November 2020 17. Scan networks, using vulnerability assessment tools to identify vulnerabilities. Not rated · Task 21782 · Listed by O*NET analysts, November 2020 18. Train staff on, and oversee the use of, information security standards, policies, and best practices. Not rated · Task 21783 · Listed by O*NET analysts, November 2020 19. Troubleshoot security and network problems. Not rated · Task 21784 · Listed by O*NET analysts, November 2020 20. Write reports regarding investigations of information security breaches or network evaluations. 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