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.
At a Glance
Information Security Engineers earns a median of $108,970/yr with +8.2% projected growth. Typical entry: Bachelor's degree. Top skills: Integrity, Dependability, Attention to Detail.
$108,970/yr
+8.2%
31
Bachelor's degree
Skills & Requirements
Skills (12)
Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.
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.
Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.
Identifying measures or indicators of system performance and the actions needed to improve or correct performance, relative to the goals of the system.
Determining how a system should work and how changes in conditions, operations, and the environment will affect outcomes.
Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate quality or performance.
Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making.
Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.
Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one.
Knowledge (4)
Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and computer hardware and software, including applications and programming.
Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. This includes applying principles, techniques, procedures, and equipment to the design and production of various goods and services.
Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, and rules of composition and grammar.
Knowledge of transmission, broadcasting, switching, control, and operation of telecommunications systems.
Abilities (13)
The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.
The ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.
The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will understand.
The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense.
The ability to arrange things or actions in a certain order or pattern according to a specific rule or set of rules (e.g., patterns of numbers, letters, words, pictures, mathematical operations).
The ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It does not involve solving the problem, only recognizing that there is a problem.
The ability to combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusions (includes finding a relationship among seemingly unrelated events).
The ability to communicate information and ideas in writing so others will understand.
The ability to concentrate on a task over a period of time without being distracted.
The ability to identify or detect a known pattern (a figure, object, word, or sound) that is hidden in other distracting material.
Technology (59)
Category: Internet directory services software | Hot Technology | In Demand
Category: Enterprise application integration software | Hot Technology
Category: Object or component oriented development software | Hot Technology
Category: Data base user interface and query software | Hot Technology
Category: Data base user interface and query software | Hot Technology
Work Activities (22)
Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to program, write software, set up functions, enter data, or process information.
Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources.
Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job.
Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by breaking down information or data into separate parts.
Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or similarities, and detecting changes in circumstances or events.
Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person.
Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying information or data.
Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in written or electronic/magnetic form.
Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems.
Identifying the educational needs of others, developing formal educational or training programs or classes, and teaching or instructing others.
Using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events or processes comply with laws, regulations, or standards.
Translating or explaining what information means and how it can be used.
Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your work.
Communicating with people outside the organization, representing the organization to customers, the public, government, and other external sources. This information can be exchanged in person, in writing, or by telephone or e-mail.
Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, systems, or products, including artistic contributions.
Providing guidance and expert advice to management or other groups on technical, systems-, or process-related topics.
Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment, to detect or assess problems.
Encouraging and building mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team members.
Getting members of a group to work together to accomplish tasks.
Establishing long-range objectives and specifying the strategies and actions to achieve them.
Identifying the developmental needs of others and coaching, mentoring, or otherwise helping others to improve their knowledge or skills.
Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and maintaining them over time.
Work Styles (6)
A tendency to be reliable, responsible, and consistent in meeting work-related obligations.
A tendency to be careful, deliberate, and risk-avoidant when making work-related decisions or doing work.
A tendency to seek out and acquire new work-related knowledge and obtain a deep understanding of work-related subjects.
A tendency to establish and maintain personally challenging work-related goals, set high work-related standards, and exert high effort toward meeting those goals and standards.
Careers with Overlapping Skills
These occupations share the most skills. A career transition between them means many of your skills transfer directly.
Software Developers
Computer and Mathematical · 251 shared skills
Computer Systems Engineers/Architects
Computer and Mathematical · 243 shared skills
Information Security Analysts
Computer and Mathematical · 241 shared skills
Network and Computer Systems Administrators
Computer and Mathematical · 240 shared skills
Software Quality Assurance Analysts and Testers
Computer and Mathematical · 240 shared skills
Computer Systems Analysts
Computer and Mathematical · 237 shared skills
Computer User Support Specialists
Computer and Mathematical · 235 shared skills
Computer Network Architects
Computer and Mathematical · 234 shared skills
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