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Information Security Analysts: reported tasks and exploration worksheet
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.
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This source lists 11 tasks, including 11 marked Core and 0 marked Supplemental. Labels and dates are retained below. Employers can combine or divide these responsibilities differently; explore the task itself before assuming it belongs in every version of the role.
Task source dates: 08/2018.
11 tasks shown
Core · Task 5314 · 08/2018 · Incumbent
Develop plans to safeguard computer files against accidental or unauthorized modification, destruction, or disclosure and to meet emergency data processing needs.
Core · Task 5316 · 08/2018 · Incumbent
Monitor current reports of computer viruses to determine when to update virus protection systems.
Core · Task 5321 · 08/2018 · Incumbent
Encrypt data transmissions and erect firewalls to conceal confidential information as it is being transmitted and to keep out tainted digital transfers.
Core · Task 5320 · 08/2018 · Incumbent
Perform risk assessments and execute tests of data processing system to ensure functioning of data processing activities and security measures.
Core · Task 5317 · 08/2018 · Incumbent
Modify computer security files to incorporate new software, correct errors, or change individual access status.
Core · Task 5323 · 08/2018 · Incumbent
Review violations of computer security procedures and discuss procedures with violators to ensure violations are not repeated.
Core · Task 5322 · 08/2018 · Incumbent
Document computer security and emergency measures policies, procedures, and tests.
Core · Task 5315 · 08/2018 · Incumbent
Confer with users to discuss issues such as computer data access needs, security violations, and programming changes.
Core · Task 5319 · 08/2018 · Incumbent
Monitor use of data files and regulate access to safeguard information in computer files.
Core · Task 5318 · 08/2018 · Incumbent
Coordinate implementation of computer system plan with establishment personnel and outside vendors.
Core · Task 5313 · 08/2018 · Incumbent
Train users and promote security awareness to ensure system security and to improve server and network efficiency.
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