: Cyber Security

Job Title: Cyber Security

Sector & Industry: Technology/Security Services

Context and Relevance: Cyber Security professionals are essential in protecting the information systems of businesses and government entities from cyber threats and vulnerabilities. The increased frequency and sophistication of cyber-attacks make this role crucial in safeguarding sensitive data and maintaining national and economic security.

Salary Range: U.S. Salary Range:

As of the knowledge cutoff in 2023, the salary range for Cyber Security roles in the U.S. can vary widely depending on experience, location, and the specific sector. Entry-level positions may start around $55,000, while experienced professionals can earn upwards of $135,000 annually. Certain specialized roles or management positions may command higher salaries.

Keywords:

Cybersecurity, Information Security, Risk Assessment, Incident Response, Compliance, Network Security, Data Protection, Encryption, Vulnerability Management, Security Auditing.

Responsibilities:

- Assess current security measures and recommend enhancements
- Monitor networks and systems for security breaches
- Conduct security audits and risk assessments
- Implement and manage security solutions and tools
- Develop policies and protocols for data security
- Train staff on security awareness and procedures
- Coordinate with IT for disaster recovery and incident response
- Stay up-to-date with current cybersecurity threats and countermeasures

Skills & Qualifications:

- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Cyber Security, or related field
- Certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CEH, or CompTIA Security+
- Strong understanding of firewalls, antivirus, and IDPS concepts
- Knowledge of risk assessment tools, technologies, and methods
- Experience designing secure networks, systems, and application architectures
- Familiarity with compliance and regulatory frameworks like HIPAA, PCI-DSS, NIST

Primary Jobs to be done

Key Skills & Qualifications

Ideal Personality Traits

Typical Work Context

Personal Traits:

- Analytical mindset
- Attention to detail
- Proactive approach
- Strong problem-solving capabilities
- Excellent communication skills
- Ability to work under pressure

Work Focus: People, Product, Process

People: Educating staff, coordinating with IT teams
Product: Implementing security software/hardware
Process: Maintaining and improving security protocols

RESUME PLUS TRAITS TO LOOK FOR WHEN HIRING

RESUME PLUS

Core Competency

Core Competency & Score:

Risk Management – 80%

Work Context

Primary 3P & Score:

Process – 70%

Ideal Personality Attribute

Essential Big 5 Trait & Score:

Conscientiousness – 85%

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