Computer Security Specialist
Computer security specialists set up plans to protect companies' information and technology from outsiders.
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National data for food service managers (11-9051).
$23,190
$37,480
$57,680
$11.15
$18.02
$27.71
Based on Nebraska Wage Figures

Education

  • High school diploma
  • Complete a training program or have work experience
  • Bachelor’s Degree

    • Hours

  • Work a regular 40 hour work week.
  • May be able to work at home. As technology advances, specialists will be able to identify problems from their own computers.
    • COMPUTER SECURITY SPECIALISTS will:
  • Plan, build, and maintain security plans and systems
  • May work evenings and weekends
  • Sit for long periods of time
  • Must keep up-to-date on latest technology
  • Training usually lasts two to four years
    • COMPUTER SECURITY SPECIALISTS frequently:
  • Sit or stand for long periods of time.
  • Use hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools, or controls.
    • It is important that COMPUTER SECURITY SPECIALISTS be able to:
  • See details of objects that are less than a few feet away.
  • Use fingers to grasp, move, or assemble very small objects.
  • Speak clearly so listeners can understand.
  • Understand the speech of another person.
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