Security Management Specialists

Conduct security assessments for organizations, and design security systems and processes. May specialize in areas such as physical security or the safety of employees and facilities.

Bright Outlook

Interest Profile (RIASEC)

Common Job Titles

Key Tasks

Assess the nature and level of physical security threats so that the scope of the problem can be determined.

Budget and schedule security design work.

Conduct security audits to identify potential vulnerabilities related to physical security or staff safety.

Design security policies, programs, or practices to ensure adequate security relating to alarm response, access card use, and other security needs.

Design, implement, or establish requirements for security systems, video surveillance, motion detection, or closed-circuit television systems to ensure proper installation and operation.

Develop conceptual designs of security systems.

Develop or review specifications for design or construction of security systems.

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

Inspect fire, intruder detection, or other security systems.

Inspect physical security design features, installations, or programs to ensure compliance with applicable standards or regulations.

Interview witnesses or suspects to identify persons responsible for security breaches or to establish losses, pursue prosecutions, or obtain restitution.

Monitor tapes or digital recordings to identify the source of losses.

Monitor the work of contractors in the design, construction, and startup phases of security systems.

Outline system security criteria for pre-bid meetings with clients and companies to ensure comprehensiveness and appropriateness for implementation.

Perform risk analyses so that appropriate countermeasures can be developed.

Prepare documentation for case reports or court proceedings.

Prepare, maintain, or update security procedures, security system drawings, or related documentation.

Provide system design and integration recommendations.

Recommend improvements in security systems or procedures.

Respond to emergency situations on an on-call basis.

Review design drawings or technical documents for completeness, correctness, or appropriateness.

Test security measures for final acceptance and implement or provide procedures for ongoing monitoring and evaluation of the measures.

Train personnel in security procedures or use of security equipment.

Technology Skills

Data base user interface and query software

Amazon Web Services AWS software
Microsoft Access
ServiceNow
Structured query language SQL

Presentation software

Microsoft PowerPoint

Network security and virtual private network VPN equipment software

Firewall software
Symantec PGP
TrueCrypt
Virtual private networking VPN software

Transaction security and virus protection software

Chinotec Technologies Paros
McAfee
Nmap
NortonLifeLock cybersecurity software

Development environment software

Microsoft Azure software
Microsoft PowerShell

Enterprise resource planning ERP software

Management information systems MIS
SAP software

Network security or virtual private network VPN management software

CyberArk
Intrusion prevention system IPS

Operating system software

Linux
Microsoft Windows

Internet directory services software

Microsoft Active Directory
Network directory services software

Spreadsheet software

Microsoft Excel

Risk management data and analysis software

ArcSight Enterprise Threat and Risk Management

Authentication server software

Single sign-on SSO

Electronic mail software

Microsoft Outlook

Access software

IBM Tivoli software

Graphics or photo imaging software

Photo editing software

Document management software

Adobe Acrobat

Video conferencing software

Videoconferencing software

Gateway software

Secure web gateway software

Facilities management software

Physical access management software

Transaction server software

Customer information control system CICS

Office suite software

Microsoft Office software

Cloud-based data access and sharing software

Microsoft SharePoint

Word processing software

Microsoft Word

Administration software

Cisco Systems CiscoWorks

Business intelligence and data analysis software

Oracle Business Intelligence Enterprise Edition

Data base reporting software

SAP Crystal Reports

Object or component oriented development software

Oracle Java

Internet browser software

Web browser software

Cloud-based protection or security software

Tenable Nessus

Cloud-based management software

Splunk Enterprise

Web page creation and editing software

Social networking software

Web platform development software

JavaScript

Process mapping and design software

Microsoft Visio

Tools and Equipment

Digital camcorders or video cameras

Digital video recorders
Network video recorders

Security or access control systems

Electronic access control systems
Mechanical access control systems

Computer servers

Computer server equipment

Audioconferencing systems

Audioconferencing equipment

Videoconferencing systems

Videoconferencing equipment

Closed circuit television CCTV system

Closed circuit television CCTV monitoring systems

Alarm systems

Intrusion detection systems

Card key lock

Card readers

Magnetometer geophysical instruments

Magnetometers

Motion detectors

Approach detection systems

X ray radiography examination equipment

X ray screening equipment

Network routers

Computer network routers

Desktop computers

Personal computers

Tablet computers

Detailed Work Activities

Develop technical specifications for systems or equipment.

Advise others on business or operational matters.

Assess risks to business operations.

Inspect facilities or equipment to ensure specifications are met.

Analyze budgetary or accounting data.

Design electronic or computer equipment or instrumentation.

Develop diagrams or flow charts of system operation.

Develop safety standards, policies, or procedures.

Document information related to legal proceedings.

Establish organizational guidelines or policies.

Implement organizational process or policy changes.

Inspect facilities to ensure compliance with safety, quality, or service standards.

Install instrumentation or electronic equipment or systems.

Interview witnesses, suspects, or claimants.

Investigate legal issues.

Maintain electronic equipment.

Monitor operations to ensure compliance with safety or security policies or regulations.

Prepare financial documents.

Repair electronic equipment.

Respond to emergencies to provide assistance.

Supervise employees.

Train personnel in organizational or compliance procedures.

Verify accuracy of records.

Job Zone

Job Zone Four: Considerable Preparation Needed

Most of these occupations require a four-year bachelor's degree, but some do not.

A considerable amount of work-related skill, knowledge, or experience is needed for these occupations. For example, an accountant must complete four years of college and work for several years in accounting to be considered qualified.

Employees in these occupations usually need several years of work-related experience, on-the-job training, and/or vocational training.

Many of these occupations involve coordinating, supervising, managing, or training others. Examples include real estate brokers, sales managers, database administrators, graphic designers, conservation scientists, art directors, and cost estimators.

SVP Range: (7.0 to < 8.0)