$86,410
AVERAGE ANNUALLY
$50,200
ENTRY LEVEL
$80,170
MID LEVEL
$127,590
EXPERT LEVEL
$41.54
AVERAGE HOURLY
$24.14
ENTRY LEVEL
$38.54
MID LEVEL
$61.34
EXPERT LEVEL
(IT) Information Technology
Plan, implement, upgrade, or monitor security measures for the protection of computer networks and information.
Information Security Analysts
About this Career Path
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.
Projected Jobs
Information Security Analysts
1,540
Projected job openings through 2030
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Job Titles
Information Security Analysts
JOB TITLE
Help Desk Technician
Skill Level
Entry
JOB TITLE
Systems/Network Administrator
Skill Level
Mid
JOB TITLE
Information Security Manager/Chief Information Security Officer
Skill Level
Advanced
Supporting Programs
Information Security Analysts
Top Expected Tasks
Information Security Analysts
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.
Perform risk assessments and execute tests of data processing system to ensure functioning of data processing activities and security measures.
Modify computer security files to incorporate new software, correct errors, or change individual access status.
Review violations of computer security procedures and discuss procedures with violators to ensure violations are not repeated.
Document computer security and emergency measures policies, procedures, and tests.
Confer with users to discuss issues such as computer data access needs, security violations, and programming changes.
Monitor use of data files and regulate access to safeguard information in computer files.
Maintain permanent fleet cryptologic and carry-on direct support systems required in special land, sea surface and subsurface operations.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Information Security Analysts
KNOWLEDGE
Computers and Electronics
KNOWLEDGE
English Language
KNOWLEDGE
Administration and Management
KNOWLEDGE
Engineering and Technology
KNOWLEDGE
Telecommunications
SKILL
Reading Comprehension
SKILL
Critical Thinking
SKILL
Active Listening
SKILL
Complex Problem Solving
SKILL
Speaking
ABILITY
Deductive Reasoning
ABILITY
Inductive Reasoning
ABILITY
Oral Comprehension
ABILITY
Problem Sensitivity
ABILITY
Written Comprehension
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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.