Security Specialist
Also known as: Security Analyst, Security Consultant, Security Team Lead, IT Security Manager or Chief Information Security Officers
About the Role
Security consultants and analysts are responsible for ensuring information assets and technologies are adequately protected.
Security specialists identify, develop, implement and maintain processes across an organisation to reduce information and IT risks.
Education Options
Bachelor of Science in Computer Science
Bachelor of Software Engineering
Bachelor of Applied Information Technology
Relevant Professional Certification
Chartered IT Professional NZ (CITPNZ) (More info at IT Professionals NZ)
Recognised Industry Certifications
SACA Certified Information Systems Securty Professional (CISSP)
ISACA Certified Information Security Manager (CISM)