2529-Database and network professionals not elsewhere classified

Job Title ( International classification ): 
Database and network professionals not elsewhere classified
ISCO Code: 
2529
Job Description: 
This unit group covers database and network professionals elsewhere in Minor group 252, Database and network professionals. For instance, the group includes information and communications technology security specialists.
Tasks: 

Main Tasks include -

  • (a) developing plans to safeguard computer files against accidental or unauthorized modification, destruction, or disclosure and to meet emergency data processing needs
  • (b) training users and promoting security awareness to ensure system security and to improve server and network efficiency
  • (c) conferring with users to discuss issues such as computer data access needs, security violations, and programming changes
  • (d) monitoring current reports of computer viruses to determine when to update virus protection systems
  • (e) modifying computer security files to incorporate new software, correct errors, or change individual access status
  • (f) monitoring use of data files and regulate access to safeguard information in computer files
  • (g) performing risk assessments and executing tests of data processing system to ensure functioning of data processing activities and security measures
  • (h) encrypting data transmissions and erecting firewalls to conceal confidential information as it is being transmitted and to keep out tainted digital transfers.
Inclusions: 

Examples of the occupations classified here:
- Digital forensic specialist
- Security specialist (ICT)

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