Occupation

Information Security Engineers

Develop and oversee the implementation of information security procedures and policies. Build, maintain and upgrade security technology, such as firewalls, for the safe use of computer networks and the transmission and retrieval of information. Design and implement appropriate security controls to identify vulnerabilities and protect digital files and electronic infrastructures. Monitor and respond to computer security breaches, viruses, and intrusions, and perform forensic investigation. May oversee the assessment of information security systems.

Also Known As: AI Security Specialist (Artificial Intelligence Security Specialist), Application Security Administrator, Applications Engineer, Automotive Security Engineer, Blue Team Member, Cloud Engineer, Cloud Security Architect, Cloud Security Engineer +36 more

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Education & Training

Job Zone 4 Job Zone Four: Considerable Preparation Needed
Education: Most of these occupations require a four-year bachelor's degree, but some do not.
Experience: A considerable amount of work-related skill, knowledge, or experience is needed for these occupations. For example, an accountant must complete four years of college and work for several years in accounting to be considered qualified.
On-the-Job Training: Employees in these occupations usually need several years of work-related experience, on-the-job training, and/or vocational training.

Technology & Tools

Hot Technologies

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Software (90)

  • Active directory software
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  • Collaborative editing software
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  • Firewall software
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  • Tanium software
  • Tcpdump
  • Tenable Nessus
  • Ubuntu
  • Web application software
  • Wireshark

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