Analytical skills
Information Security Specialists must carefully study computer systems and networks, as well as assess risks to determine security policies.
Information Security Specialists
Descriptions & Duties
- Information Security Specialists plan, implement, upgrade, or monitor security measures for the protection of computer networks and systems. They ensure appropriate preventive measures are in place that can reduce the risk of potentially devastating security attacks.
Generic Competencies
Physical Abilities
Physical abilities
- Physical strength
- Eye hand coordination / precision / dexterity
Importance:1 (Max:5)
Skill is rarely required
Technology Skills
Technology skills
- Computer literacy
- Application of technology
Importance:5 (Max:5)
Skill is required all the time
Cognitive Abilities
Cognitive abilities
- Creativity
- Visualisation
- Logical thinking
Importance:3 (Max:5)
Skill is basically required
Comprehension And Expression
Comprehension and expression skills
- Reading comprehension
- Oral / written expression
Importance:4 (Max:5)
Skill is frequently required
Social Skills
Social skills
- Communication
- Negotiation
- Persuasion
Importance:4 (Max:5)
Skill is frequently required
Organisation And Execution Skills
Organisation and execution skills
- Planning
- Organising
- Judgement
- Decision making
Importance:4 (Max:5)
Skill is frequently required
Problem Solving Skills
Problem solving skills
- Ability to solve simple and complex problems effectively and efficiently
Importance:5 (Max:5)
Skill is required all the time
Management Skills
Management skills
- Leadership
- Management of finance / time / people / other resources
Importance:4 (Max:5)
Skill is frequently required
Trade Specific Competencies
Detail oriented
Information Security Specialists must pay careful attention to their computer systems, and be able to notice minor changes in performance.
Troubleshooting knowledge and skills
Information Security Specialists anticipate information security risks and implement new ways to protect their organisations' computer systems and networks.
General Requirements
Academic qualification
A recognised bachelor's degree in computer science, information systems, or related field
Career Path & Salary
Private Sector
Monthly Salary $20,000-$40,000
Monthly Salary $30,000-$70,000
Monthly Salary $50,000-$110,000
Government Sector
Monthly Salary Master Pay Scale Point 16-27
Monthly Salary Master Pay Scale Point 28-33
Monthly Salary Master Pay Scale Point 34-44
Monthly Salary Master Pay Scale Point 45-49
Monthly Salary Directorate Pay Scale Point 1
*For more details on Civil Service Pay Scales, please visit website of the Civil Service Bureau.
http://www.csb.gov.hk/english/admin/pay/952.html
Related Education & Training
Degree or above
Higher Diploma
Professional Diploma/ Certificate
Work Environment
- Information Security Specialists generally work in a typical office environment. They usually work regular office hours but sometimes need to work overtime for a project.
Tools
- Desktop computers
- Mainframe computers
- Network analysers - Local area network LAN analysers
- Notebook computers
- Protocol analysers
