Job Description
Cybersecurity specialists develop, plan, recommend, implement, improve and monitor security measures to protect an organizations computer networks, connected devices and information to prevent unauthorized access, use, disclosure, disruption, modification, or destruction of the information or of the systems on which the information resides.Duties May IncludeConfer with clients to identify and document requirements, assess physical and technical security risks to data, software and hardwareApply encryption protocols, and manage keys to ensure security of data is maintained while at rest and in transitMonitor access and credentials for information and systemsInstall, test and operate security software and tools such as anti-virus and automated threat detection/prevent systems to ensure security measures are in place and working as intendedMonitor for cyber attacks, intrusions and unusual, unauthorised or illegal activityPlan and carry out security measures in response to cybersecurity events and incidents in accordance with an organizations incident response plan to protect information, data and systemsDocument computer security and emergency measures policies, procedures, and tests.Examples of TitlesInformatics security analystInformatics security consultantInformation technology security specialistSystems Security AnalystWhere They WorkCybersecurity analysts are employed in information technology consulting firms and in information technology units throughout the public and private sectors.Here are some schools that have programs related to this career: Be part of the future of finance with Sustainability and Financial Management at Waterloo!