Security
IT Career Level 3
Following are some of the most popular IT job titles that companies are looking for, as well as, their job description, salary and education/credential requirements. There are many more IT careers than what you see below; we have only listed a few of the most popular IT job titles in each sector.
Senior Network Security Specialist, Senior Security Technician, Senior Network Security Consultant,
Senior Security Engineer
Job Description:
You should have three to six years of IT job experience now in the security field. Senior Security Technicians plan,
coordinate, and implement the organization’s information security. These workers educate users about computer security,
install security software, monitor networks for security breaches, respond to cyber attacks, and gather data and evidence
to be used in prosecuting cyber crime. The responsibilities of Senior Security Technicians have increased in recent years
as cyber attacks have become more common. This and other growing specialty IT career occupations reflect an increasing
emphasis on client-server applications, the expansion of Internet and intranet applications, and the demand for more
end-user support.
IT job professionals interested in becoming a Senior Security Technician or Senior Network Security Specialist must have strong problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills because troubleshooting and helping others are vital parts of this IT career. The constant interaction with other computer personnel, customers, and employees requires computer support specialists and systems administrators to communicate effectively on paper, via email, over the phone, and in person. Strong writing skills are useful in preparing manuals for employees and customers.
Education/Credential Requirements:
(Note: The requirements listed below were assembled based on the most popular IT job titles and
company expectations. We have listed the most likely requirements. You may not need them all, but you will
certainly be required to have some of them. If you need help with this, please speak to one of our Training
Advisors at 877-872-4646 and they can guide you to the correct path.)
(Required): [High School Diploma or Equivalent];
[IT Infrastructure Library];
[Basic Linux];
[Microsoft Certified Desktop Support Technician (MCDST)];
[CompTIA A+ Certification];
[Cisco CCENT™ (Cisco Certified Entry Networking Technician) Certification];
[EMC Proven Professional Storage Technologist Associate Certification];
[Microsoft Certified Technology Specialist (MCTS): Windows Vista, Configuration];
[Microsoft MCSA w/ Security];
[CompTIA Server+ Certification];
[CompTIA Network+ Certification];
[CompTIA Linux+ Certification];
[Junior Level Linux Professional (LPIC-1)];
[Novell SUSE Linux Fundamentals];
[CompTIA Security+ Certification];
[Cisco CCNA™ Certification];
[Cisco CCDA™ Certification];
[ISC2 Systems Security Certified Practitioner (SSCP)];
[GIAC Security Essentials Certification (GSEC)];
[Check Point Certified Security Administrator (CCSA) NGX Certification];
[Novell Netware Technologies;
[MCSE 2003 Security Certification];
[ISC2 Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) Certification];
[ISC2 ISSEP Master Level Certification];
[MCITP: Enterprise Administrator Certification];
[Cisco CCNP™ Certification];
[Cisco CCDP™ Certification];
[Intermediate Level Linux Professional (LPIC-2)];
[CIW Security Analyst];
[UNIX System Administration];
[Soft Skills in Communications]
(Recommended): Working towards
[Soft Skills in Management];
[SAP R/3]
Also review the following page on Understanding Soft Skills
Salary information:
National Average Salary: $60,686.00
For more detailed Salary information see our Salary Statistics page.
Network Security Manager, IT Security Manager, Information Security Manager,
Web Security Manager
Job Description:
You should have three to six years of IT job experience now in the security field. IT Security Managers direct
the work of security-related employees. They plan, coordinate, and implement the organization’s information security. They are
increasingly involved with the upkeep, maintenance, and security of networks. They analyze the computer and
information needs of their organizations from an operational and strategic perspective and determine immediate
and long-range security requirements. They assign and review the work of their subordinates and
stay abreast of the latest security technology to ensure the organization does not have a security leak.
IT Security Managers manage security resources for their organizations. They often work under the Chief Security Officer (CSO) and plan and direct the work of subordinate security technology employees. These managers ensure the availability, continuity, and security of data and information technology services in their organizations.
Education/Credential Requirements:
(Note: The requirements listed below were assembled based on the most popular IT job titles and
company expectations. We have listed the most likely requirements. You may not need them all, but you will
certainly be required to have some of them. If you need help with this, please speak to one of our Training
Advisors at 877-872-4646 and they can guide you to the correct path.)
(Required): [High School Diploma or Equivalent];
[IT Infrastructure Library];
[Basic Linux];
[Microsoft Certified Desktop Support Technician (MCDST)];
[CompTIA A+ Certification];
[Cisco CCENT™ (Cisco Certified Entry Networking Technician) Certification];
[EMC Proven Professional Storage Technologist Associate Certification];
[Microsoft Certified Technology Specialist (MCTS): Windows Vista, Configuration];
[Microsoft MCSA w/ Security];
[CompTIA Server+ Certification];
[CompTIA Network+ Certification];
[CompTIA Linux+ Certification];
[Junior Level Linux Professional (LPIC-1)];
[Novell SUSE Linux Fundamentals];
[CompTIA Security+ Certification];
[Cisco CCNA™ Certification];
[Cisco CCDA™ Certification];
[ISC2 Systems Security Certified Practitioner (SSCP)];
[GIAC Security Essentials Certification (GSEC)];
[Check Point Certified Security Administrator (CCSA) NGX Certification];
[Novell Netware Technologies;
[MCSE 2003 Security Certification];
[ISC2 Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) Certification];
[ISC2 ISSEP Master Level Certification];
[MCITP: Enterprise Administrator Certification];
[Cisco CCNP™ Certification];
[Cisco CCDP™ Certification];
[Intermediate Level Linux Professional (LPIC-2)];
[CIW Security Analyst];
[UNIX System Administration];
[Soft Skills in Communications];
[Soft Skills in Management]
(Recommended): Working towards [Bachelor's Degree];
[Soft Skills in Leadership];
[SAP R/3]
Also review the following page on Understanding Soft Skills
Salary information:
National Average Salary: $60,686.00
For more detailed Salary information see our Salary Statistics page.