Information Security Analysts

• Encrypt data transmissions and erect firewalls to conceal confidential information as it is being transmitted and to keep out tainted digital transfers.
• Develop plans to safeguard computer files against accidental or unauthorized modification, destruction, or disclosure and to meet emergency data processing needs.
• Review violations of computer security procedures and discuss procedures with violators to ensure violations are not repeated.
• Monitor current reports of computer viruses to determine when to update virus protection systems.
• Monitor use of data files and regulate access to safeguard information in computer files.
• Modify computer security files to incorporate new software, correct errors, or change individual access status.
• Train users and promote security awareness to ensure system security and to improve server and network efficiency.
• Confer with users to discuss issues such as computer data access needs, security violations, and programming changes.
• Perform risk assessments and execute tests of data processing system to ensure functioning of data processing activities and security measures.
• Coordinate implementation of computer system plan with establishment personnel and outside vendors.
• Document computer security and emergency measures policies, procedures, and tests.

Source: O*NET OnLine information for Information Security Analysts.

• Critical Thinking - Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
• Reading Comprehension - Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents.
• Complex Problem Solving - Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.
• Speaking - Talking to others to convey information effectively.
• Writing - Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience.
• Active Listening - Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
• Time Management - Managing one's own time and the time of others.
• Judgment and Decision Making - Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one.
• Systems Analysis - Determining how a system should work and how changes in conditions, operations, and the environment will affect outcomes.
• Monitoring - Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.

Source: O*NET OnLine information for Information Security Analysts.