Job Description for a Security Architect
With technology growing at an exponential rate, the demand for computer related-related careers is also growing swiftly. One example of this is the need for security architects who companies hire to protect IT systems or software from potential hacking or other technology security breaches.
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Education
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A security architect should have a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university. Typical areas of study include computer science or computer information engineering.
Skills
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A security architect must think outside the box. Since they are responsible for detecting all loopholes and potential areas of network invasion, they must think creatively like a hacker. Additionally, these professionals must be adaptable because computer systems and technology constantly change.
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Duties
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A security architect must protect an information technology (IT) system. He reviews a computer system to find potential areas of weakness where the computer can be hacked. He must put in place computer policies and monitor the IT system for abnormal activity such as a potential computer invasion.
Work Environment
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These professionals typically work in comfortable office settings. Since they spend a significant amount of their time in front of a computer, however, they may face lower back pain, eyestrain, or hand and wrist issues.
Salary
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According to a July 2010 survey from PayScale.com the average annual salary for a security architect ranges from $85,586 to $124,835 per year. As with all salary information, these figures can vary greatly based on years of experience, employer, geographic location and other factors.
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References
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