Information Security Analysts
Information Technology · Network Systems
Pay and outlook shown for
New workers start near $77,060; experienced workers reach $178,440. About 1,350 people do this job in San Antonio-New Braunfels, TX.
Job outlook
Alamo region (San Antonio and 12 surrounding counties), Texas Workforce Commission projection 2024 to 2034; U.S. figures from the BLS.
- Employment change
- +46.7%
- Openings a year
- 133
- Employed in 2024
- 1,209
Typical entry education: Bachelor's degree · Experience: Less than 5 years
Alamo Colleges programs that lead here
14 programs, with the college that teaches each.
Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) Level 1 Certificate
CompTIA Linux+ Certification Preparation (OSA)
Computer Science
Cyber Investigator; Level I Certificate
Network Administration Technology, A.A.S.
Computer Science
Cybersecurity and Information Assurance
Network Administrator
Network and Cloud Architecture
Computer Science
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Apply to Alamo CollegesSkills this career uses
The skills O*NET rates most important for the job, with how much of each the work needs on a 1 to 7 scale.
- Reading Comprehension4.1
- Critical Thinking4.1
- Active Listening3.9
- Complex Problem Solving3.6
- Speaking3.8
- Writing3.8
- Monitoring3.9
- Judgment and Decision Making3.6
What the work is
Plan, implement, upgrade, or monitor security measures for the protection of computer networks and information. Assess system vulnerabilities for security risks and propose and implement risk mitigation strategies. May ensure appropriate security controls are in place that will safeguard digital files and vital electronic infrastructure. May respond to computer security breaches and viruses.
- Train users and promote security awareness to ensure system security and to improve server and network efficiency.
- Develop plans to safeguard computer files against accidental or unauthorized modification, destruction, or disclosure and to meet emergency data processing needs.
- Confer with users to discuss issues such as computer data access needs, security violations, and programming changes.
- Monitor current reports of computer viruses to determine when to update virus protection systems.
- Modify computer security files to incorporate new software, correct errors, or change individual access status.
- Coordinate implementation of computer system plan with establishment personnel and outside vendors.
Education people in this job have
Share of workers by highest education, from O*NET surveys. It shows what others did, not what you must do.
- Certificate7%
- Some college2%
- Associate degree13%
- Bachelor's degree75%
- Master's degree3%
Job zone 4, considerable preparation: Usually a bachelor's degree, sometimes a strong associate plus experience.
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