What is an internet security specialist and how to become one

Key steps to become an internet security specialist

1. Explore internet security specialist education requirements

   Most common internet security specialist degrees

   Bachelor's

   67.7 %

   Diploma

   12.9 %

   Associate

   12.9 %

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2. Start to develop specific internet security specialist skills

   Skills	Percentages
   SQL	53.34%
   Web Application	46.66%

3. Complete relevant internet security specialist training and internships

   Accountants spend an average of 6-12 months on post-employment, on-the-job training. New internet security specialists learn the skills and techniques required for their job and employer during this time. The chart below shows how long it takes to gain competency as an internet security specialist based on U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics data and data from real internet security specialist resumes.

4. Research internet security specialist duties and responsibilities

   • Develop and manage covert CCTV program to support corporate investigations.
   • Develop documentation for all processes relating to the SQL server in Visio format.
   • Provide network LAN/WAN design, implementation, consulting and leadership for data and converge communications infrastructure base largely on Cisco equipment.
   • Develop and implement internal security policy and procedure base on current NISPOM requirements.

5. Apply for internet security specialist jobs

   Now it's time to start searching for an internet security specialist job. Consider the tips below for a successful job search:

   1. Browse job boards for relevant postings
   2. Consult your professional network
   3. Reach out to companies you're interested in working for directly
   4. Watch out for job scams