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Security Management Specialists

SOC 13-1199.02

Conduct security assessments for organizations, and design security systems and processes. May specialize in areas such as physical security, personnel security, and information security. May work in fields such as health care, banking, gaming, security engineering, or manufacturing.

Zone 4 Business and Financial Operations

Skills

Knowledge

Job Zone

Green

Top Skills 8

Critical Thinking

3.9

Active Listening

3.8

Speaking

3.8

Reading Comprehension

3.6

Judgment and Decision Making

3.6

Writing

3.5

Complex Problem Solving

3.5

Active Learning

3.4

Knowledge Areas 8

Public Safety and Security

4.5

English Language

4.1

Computers and Electronics

4.1

Customer and Personal Service

4.0

Engineering and Technology

3.9

Administration and Management

3.6

Design

3.4

Telecommunications

3.4

Key Tasks

1Engineer, install, maintain, or repair security systems, programmable logic controls, or other security-related electronic systems.

2Recommend improvements in security systems or procedures.

3Perform risk analyses so that appropriate countermeasures can be developed.

4Conduct security audits to identify potential vulnerabilities related to physical security, staff safety, or asset protection.

5Provide system design and integration recommendations.

Also Known As

Authorizing Official/Designating Representative COMSEC Manager (Communications Security Manager) Consultant Cyber Defense Forensics Analyst Director, Security Risk Management Electronic Security Specialist Forensics Analyst Information Systems Security Manager Operations Specialist Operations Staff Specialist, Security