To work as a computer support specialist, you must:

have a high school diploma or GED;

complete formal training or have years of experience;

have good technical skills;

have good problem-solving skills; and

have good communication skills.

Generally work a set schedule.

Most work 40 hours per week.

May work evenings or weekends to meet deadlines or solve problems.

May travel to different companies within the city or nation if working as a consultant.

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.