| Task | Importance |
|---|---|
| Identify security system weaknesses, using penetration tests. | 91% |
| Coordinate monitoring of networks or systems for security breaches or intrusions. | 88% |
| Assess the quality of security controls, using performance indicators. | 88% |
| Train staff on, and oversee the use of, information security standards, policies, and best practices. | 85% |
| Scan networks, using vulnerability assessment tools to identify vulnerabilities. | 85% |
| Develop response and recovery strategies for security breaches. | 85% |
| Conduct investigations of information security breaches to identify vulnerabilities and evaluate the damage. | 84% |
| Develop or install software, such as firewalls and data encryption programs, to protect sensitive information. | 82% |
| Oversee development of plans to safeguard computer files against accidental or unauthorized modification, destruction, or disclosure or to meet emergency data processing needs. | 81% |
| Identify or implement solutions to information security problems. | 78% |
| Develop information security standards and best practices. | 78% |
| Recommend information security enhancements to management. | 78% |
| Oversee performance of risk assessment or execution of system tests to ensure the functioning of data processing activities or security measures. | 77% |
| Coordinate vulnerability assessments or analysis of information security systems. | 76% |
| Review security assessments for computing environments or check for compliance with cybersecurity standards and regulations. | 75% |
| Troubleshoot security and network problems. | 74% |
| Coordinate documentation of computer security or emergency measure policies, procedures, or tests. | 74% |
| Develop or implement software tools to assist in the detection, prevention, and analysis of security threats. | 74% |
| Write reports regarding investigations of information security breaches or network evaluations. | 74% |
| Provide technical support to computer users for installation and use of security products. | 67% |