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Information Security Engineers |
(O*NET 15-1299.05, SOC 15-1299) |
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What they do
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.
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Wages
Wage rates not available for Vermont but may be for the nation and other states at CareerOneStop |
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Industries of Employment
Computer Occupations, All Other* |
United States - 2022 |
Industry | Percent of total |
- Professional, scientific, and technical services
| 31% |
- Federal government, excluding postal service
| 20% |
- Administrative and support services
| 5% |
- Educational services; state, local, and private
| 5% |
- Management of companies and enterprises
| 4% |
* You're seeing information for "Computer Occupations, All Other" because it includes "Information Security Engineers" for which industries of employment information is not available. |
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Projected Employment
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Computer Occupations, All Other* |
Vermont |
2022 employment |
1,230 |
2032 employment |
1,453 |
Annual percent change (compounded) |
1.7% |
Annual projected job openings (due to change and separations) |
104 |
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Education and Experience:
Computer Occupations, All Other* |
- Typical education needed for entry
Bachelor's degree
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None
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- Typical on-the-job training needed to attain competency
None
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* You're seeing information for "Computer Occupations, All Other" because it includes "Information Security Engineers" for which education and experience information is not available. |
Based on BLS Education and Training Classifications |
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Job Zone
Considerable Preparation Needed |
- Specific Vocational Preparation Range
(7.0 to < 8.0) - A typical worker will require
over 2 years up to and including 4 years
of training to achieve average performance in this occupation.
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Based on O*Net Job Zones and SVP |
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Other Resources
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- CareerOneStop
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- O*NET Online
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