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• Investigate violations and/or breaches and report such incidents to management
• Liaise with suppliers and service providers of security solutions
• Educate and train users on issues relating to information security
• Keep updated with new developments in the information and communications technology industry, product releases and news
Work environment
Information and Communications Technology Security Professionals may work in any industry which relies on ongoing information and communications technology operations. These include but are not limited to automotive firms, investment banks, manufacturers, utility companies, financial services, advisory firms and the public sector.
Information and Communications Technology Security Professionals typically work full-time. Working outside typical working hours may be required in order to meet project deadlines. Information and Communications Technology Security Professionals may also be required to be on call.
Occupation data
Entry level education / special licences / warrants
Attitude and experience are given considerable weight in the information and communications technology sector. Due to this, qualification requirements may vary between employers. Industry certification is also highly regarded
within this sector and on-the-job training is usually offered by the employer.
To work as an Information and Communications Technology Security Professional, a combination of work experience and qualifications is typically required. Training programmes include:
• Bachelor of Science in Information Technology (Honours) (University of Malta) (MQF Level 6)
• Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Computer Engineering (University of Malta) (MQF Level 6)
• Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Computing Science (University of Malta) (MQF Level 6)
Additionally, certifications in networking and security technologies may also be required.
For further details on specific entry requirements, it is advisable to consult the respective educational institution’s website.
Qualifications awarded by foreign bodies need to be recognised or pegged with a particular MQF Level by the MQRIC office within NCFHE.
For related training offered by other educational institutions, it is advisable to consult the list of accredited courses on the NCFHE website.
Knowledge and skills
Information and Communications Technology Security Professionals are expected to have:
• The ability to administer information systems
• The ability to design and implement complex
networks
• Knowledge of networks and security
architecture, technologies and techniques
• Knowledge of risk assessment tools,
technologies and techniques
• Knowledge of disaster recovery techniques
Number of employees (2017)
98
Share of foreigners (2017)
18%
Job Outlook (2018 - 2022)
+30%
Median Pay (per annum)
€24,300
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