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Summary
An IT security officer is responsible for protecting the organization's information systems and data from unauthorized access, use, disclosure, modification, or destruction. The IT security officer also ensures compliance with relevant laws, regulations, policies, and standards.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Develop, implement, and maintain the organization's information security policies, procedures, and standards.
- Conduct risk assessments and audits to identify and mitigate potential security threats and vulnerabilities.
- Monitor and respond to security incidents and breaches, and coordinate with internal and external stakeholders to resolve them.
- Provide security awareness and training to staff and users on best practices and guidelines.
- Manage and administer security tools and systems, such as firewalls, antivirus, encryption, authentication, backup, and recovery.
- Research and evaluate new security technologies and solutions to enhance the organization's security posture.
- Report and document security issues and incidents, and provide recommendations and solutions.
Skills and Qualifications
- A bachelor's degree in computer science, information technology, cybersecurity, or a related field.
- At least three years of experience in information security or a similar role.
- Certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CEH, or CompTIA Security+ are preferred.
- Knowledge of information security principles, frameworks, standards, and best practices, such as ISO 27001, NIST, and COBIT.
- Proficiency in security tools and technologies, such as firewalls, antivirus, encryption, authentication, backup, and recovery.
- Ability to perform risk assessments and audits, and to analyse and resolve security incidents and breaches.
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.
- High attention to detail and accuracy.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
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