Information Security Analysts
Code: 15-1212.00
Bright Outlook
Median Annual Salary
Competitive / Variable
Sector & location dependent
Preparation & Education
Standard Educational Pathways
Job Zone N/A
Industry Outlook
Bright Outlook
Active demand across the UK workforce
Role Overview & What They Do
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.
Also Known As (Alternative Job Titles)
Information Security Officer
Information Security Specialist
Information Systems Security Analyst
Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO)
Information Technology Security Analyst (IT Security Analyst)
Network Security Analyst
Security Analyst
Systems Analyst
Daily Duties & On-The-Job Tasks
- Develop plans to safeguard computer files against accidental or unauthorized modification, destruction, or disclosure and to meet emergency data processing needs.
- Monitor current reports of computer viruses to determine when to update virus protection systems.
- Encrypt data transmissions and erect firewalls to conceal confidential information as it is being transmitted and to keep out tainted digital transfers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Information Security Analysts
Salaries for a Information Security Analysts vary depending on regional demand across the UK, industry sector, relevant technical certifications, and years of experience.
Most employers hiring for a Information Security Analysts in the UK require a combination of relevant educational qualifications, technical certifications, or demonstrative on-the-job vocational experience.
Essential skills and tooling for a Information Security Analysts include: Industry standard competencies, tooling, and methods. Practitioners also benefit from strong analytical problem solving and communication skills.
Information Security Analysts is classified as a Bright Outlook occupation in the UK, experiencing rapid growth and numerous annual employment openings across both public and private sectors.
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