Security Security Analyst / Junior Security Engineer
SECU.GEN.P1
Monitors security dashboards, responds to alerts, and handles routine security tasks.
Monitors security dashboards, responds to alerts, and handles routine security tasks.
The story of this role
Who does this work
The Security Professional, committed to safeguarding people and assets while seeking to enhance their problem-solving and analytical skills.
The problem this role solves
- The external problem: Constantly evolving security threats and regulatory compliance challenges.
- The internal problem: Feeling overwhelmed by the complexity of risks and the pressure to make quick, informed decisions.
- Why it matters: Believing that everyone has the right to a safe environment and that their work is vital for community peace of mind.
The plan
- Assess current security protocols and identify vulnerabilities.
- Develop comprehensive risk management strategies based on industry standards.
- Implement training programs to foster critical thinking and quick decision-making.
- Utilize advanced technology to monitor and respond to incidents effectively.
- Establish a clear communication channel for incident reporting and feedback.
What's at stake
Increased incidents due to unaddressed vulnerabilities. Loss of trust from the community and stakeholders, impacting job effectiveness. Failure to achieve compliance, leading to financial and reputational consequences.
Success looks like
A secure environment where risks are minimized and compliance is achieved. Confidence in making informed decisions during crises, leading to improved response times. Recognition as a trusted resource and leader in security best practices.
Summary
Monitors security dashboards, responds to alerts, and handles routine security tasks.
Level — P1 — Entry-Level Professional
New to role or field; performs basic tasks under supervision
- Scope
- Own tasks within a defined component
- Autonomy
- Close supervision; work reviewed frequently
- Complexity
- Routine problems with known solutions
- Impact
- Own deliverables
- Decision rights
- Few independent decisions; escalates the rest
- Leadership
- None — building the craft
- Typical experience
- 0–2 yrs
Core outputs
No core outputs recorded yet.
Adjacent roles
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Componentsshow ▾
Responsibilities8
- Monitoring security dashboardscommonlevel
- Responding to alertscommonlevel
- Performing routine security checkscommonlevel
- Assisting in incident responsecommonlevel
- Updating security documentationcommonlevel
- Collaborating with IT teamscommonlevel
- Participating in security trainingcommonlevel
- Supporting security auditscommonlevel
Tasks3
- Monitor security dashboards for alertscommonlevel
- Respond to security alerts promptlycommonlevel
- Assist in routine security checkscommonlevel
Skills8
- Intrusion detectioncommonlevel
- Security monitoringcommonlevel
- Alert responsecommonlevel
- Documentationcommonlevel
- Basic network securitycommonlevel
- Incident responsecommonlevel
- Collaborationcommonlevel
- Training participationcommonlevel
Knowledge8
- Intrusion detection systemscommonlevel
- Security protocolscommonlevel
- Incident response procedurescommonlevel
- Security documentationcommonlevel
- Basic cybersecurity principlescommonlevel
- Network security fundamentalscommonlevel
- IT collaborationcommonlevel
- Security auditingcommonlevel
competency8
- Familiarity with intrusion detection systemscommonlevel
- Basic understanding of security protocolscommonlevel
- Attention to detailcommonlevel
- Communication Skillscommonlevel
- Problem-solvingcommonlevel
- Teamworkcommonlevel
- Adaptabilitycommonlevel
- Time managementcommonlevel
qualification3
- Degree in cybersecurity or related fieldcommonlevel
- Basic knowledge of security systemscommonlevel
- Strong attention to detailcommonlevel
Title aliasesshow ▾
| Alias | Type | Confidence | Approved |
|---|---|---|---|
| Security I | common | medium0.70 | — |
| Security 1 | common | medium0.66 | — |
| Entry-Level Security | common | medium0.70 | — |
| Junior Security | common | medium0.68 | — |
| Associate Security | common | medium0.60 | — |
| Security Security Analyst / Junior Security Engineer | common | medium0.60 | — |
Classification mappingsshow ▾
O*NET / SOC
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