Monitor their organization's networks for security breaches and investigate when one occurs. Use and maintain software, such as firewalls and data encryption programs, to protect sensitive information.
Specifically, security engineers install firewalls, implement breach detection systems, and work with other professionals to solve security-related problems. Security engineers also conduct assessments, test security systems, and analyze risks.
A security architect creates and designs security for a system or service, maintains security documentation and develops architecture patterns and security approaches to new technologies.
A security administrator is the point person for a cybersecurity team. They are typically responsible for installing, administering and troubleshooting an organization's security solutions. They also write up security policies and training documents about security procedures for colleagues.
Digital forensics is a branch of forensic science that focuses on identifying, acquiring, processing, analysing, and reporting on data stored electronically. Electronic evidence is a component of almost all criminal activities and digital forensics support is crucial for law enforcement investigations.
The CSO provides executive leadership and oversees the identification, assessment and prioritization of risks, directing all efforts concerned with the security of the organization. Modern companies have many valuable physical and digital assets.