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CAREER
Information Security Analysts
Overview
Salary Median (2020)
$102,600
Projected Job Growth (2019-2029)
+34.7% (much faster than the average)
Career
Roadtrip Nation Leaders in This Career
What Information Security Analysts 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.
Other Job Titles Information Security Analysts May Have
Information Security Officer, Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO), Information Technology Security Analyst (IT Security Analyst), Network Security Analyst
How Leaders Describe a Typical Day at Work
As a cybersecurity executive and critical infrastructure protection strategist, I work with senior corporate leaders and government officials to make the nation more resilient. I am focused on progressing and harmonizing cyber threat information sharing globally. I represent emerging ISAOs to assist them in building and managing their organizations effectively.
Tasks & Responsibilities May Include
- 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.
Education
Level of Education Attained by Information Security Analysts
Most common level of education among people in
this career: Bachelor's degree (53%)
Bachelor's degree
Post-baccalaureate certificate
Associate's degree
Majors Related to Career
Educational Paths Suggested by Leaders
Suggested Path
High School
Bachelor
Computer Science
Suggested Path
High School
Bachelor
Information Technology
Additional Skills & Experiences That Can Help You Excel
A lot of this work is centered around proving that you can do it effectively. Always be practicing your skills and learning new ones to give you an edge. There is no such thing as balance in this career, you have to learn to prioritize instead. Be willing to make sacrifices.
Feed off of your discomfort. The struggles, the pain, the setbacks, and hurdles are all fuels for your passion. Understand who you are and what gets you down, then build a box around it. Make yourself more resilient.
Getting Started
Recommended First Step for:
Middle School Students
Develop an interest early if you think it is the path you want to pursue. From that time, build on your knowledge and skill with every opportunity that presents itself to further your education or awareness in the subject matter.
High School Students
College Students
Everyone
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