Information Security Analysts
SOC Code: 15-1212
Information Security Analystss develop plans to safeguard computer files against accidental or unauthorized modification, destruction, or disclosure and to meet emergency data processing needs. This career typically requires considerable preparation (2-4 years). With an AI-proof score of 85.6/100, this role has high resilience to automation. Key skills include Reading Comprehension, Critical Thinking, Reading Comprehension.
AI-Proof Score: 85.6 — Very High
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Median Salary
$124,910
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Job Growth
28.5%
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Training Time
Considerable preparation (2-4 years)
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Job Zone
Zone 4 / 5
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Training Cost
~$40,000
Key Skills
- •Reading Comprehension
- •Critical Thinking
- •Active Learning
- •Monitoring
- •Active Listening
- •Writing
- •Speaking
Common Tasks
- ✓Develop plans to safeguard computer files against accidental or unauthorized modification, destruction, or disclosure and to meet emergency data processing needs.
- ✓Monitor current reports of computer viruses to determine when to update virus protection systems.
- ✓Encrypt data transmissions and erect firewalls to conceal confidential information as it is being transmitted and to keep out tainted digital transfers.
- ✓Perform risk assessments and execute tests of data processing system to ensure functioning of data processing activities and security measures.
- ✓Modify computer security files to incorporate new software, correct errors, or change individual access status.
Training & Resources
Why AI-Proof?
- ✅Requires hands-on physical presence and dexterity
- ✅Demands human empathy, judgment, and trust
- ✅Operates in unpredictable, variable environments
- ✅Social and regulatory barriers to full automation