Security%2520Engineer

Overview

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.

Required Education

• Bachelor's degree

Key Skills

• ● Test computer system operations to ensure proper functioning.
• ● Implement security measures for computer or information systems.
• ● Document operational procedures.
• ● Implement security measures for computer or information systems.
• ● Develop computer or information security policies or procedures.
• ● Monitor the security of digital information.
• ● Train others in computer interface or software use.
• ● Update knowledge about emerging industry or technology trends.
• ● Collaborate with others to resolve information technology issues.
• ● Coordinate project activities with other personnel or departments.

Training Programs

• Computer Science
• Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications
• Computer and Information Systems Security/Auditing/Information Assurance
• Cyber/Computer Forensics and Counterterrorism
• Healthcare Information Privacy Assurance and Security
• Information Technology
• Information Technology Project Management
• Network and System Administration/Administrator
• System, Networking, and LAN/WAN Management/Manager

Next Steps

• ✓ Take an introductory course related to this field
• ✓ Build a small project or join a club
• ✓ Look for summer programs or online resources

Salary Range

Annual: $65.02, Hourly: $135250

Job Outlook

We predict the employment for this job to increase by 31% in California. We predict the employment for this job to increase by 33% in United States.

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