How do they match: Information Security Engineers

  • Network Engineer
  • Network Security Engineer
  • Cyber Defense Infrastructure Support Specialist
  • Cybersecurity Software Developer
  • Cybersecurity Software Engineer

  • 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.

  • Coordinate monitoring of networks or systems for security breaches or intrusions.
  • Develop or implement software tools to assist in the detection, prevention, and analysis of security threats.
  • Develop or install software, such as firewalls and data encryption programs, to protect sensitive information.
  • Provide technical support to computer users for installation and use of security products.
  • Scan networks, using vulnerability assessment tools to identify vulnerabilities.
  • Troubleshoot security and network problems.
  • Write reports regarding investigations of information security breaches or network evaluations.

  • Analyze security of systems, network, or data.
  • Develop software or computer applications.
  • Evaluate utility of software or hardware technologies.
  • Install computer software.