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| POSITION DESCRIPTION | AIIA SURVEY OF SALARIES AND REMUNERATION PACKAGING AUGUST 2010 |
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IT Security - Consultant |
| Position Code: | 4550 | | Career Level: | 3 |
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Responsible for
Advising business and IT units in all facets of Information Security, so as to facilitate compliance with the organisation's information security policy, business requirements and risk position. |
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Reports To
IT Security - Manager. |
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Supervises
No supervisory responsibilities. |
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Main Activities
Providing the client with security solutions by developing and implementing customised security tools.
Assisting with the identification of security requirements for new applications and other software products.
Evaluating and making recommendations on the client's IT security architecture, including new security products, and advising on implementation into existing environments without interruption to services.
Monitoring emerging security technologies, issues and directions.
Identifying business risks/vulnerabilities and suggesting enhancements to existing security products.
Assisting with development, deployment and maintenance of security policies, procedures, standards and strategies.
Liaising with other business units in the identification of controls and preparation of reports to management on security incidents.
Investigating, responding to, and reporting on, security incidents as directed.
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Key Skills
Broad knowledge of Information Security principles and practices.
Broad understanding of IT Security principles associated with networks, internet, email, operating systems, firewalls, VPNs, databases, virus management, intrusion detection, cryptography and e-commerce, with a deeper specialisation in at least two of these fields.
Specialised knowledge in the areas of IS Governance, Risk Management or Technical Services.
Good interpersonal and consultative skills.
Good project, analysis, problem solving, and business relationship skills.
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Internal Contacts
Senior Management, technical and customer support employees |
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External Contacts
Major customers/users at all levels within client sites. |
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Typical Experience
At least 3-6 years of IT experience, with previous relevant experience in Information Security, Information Technology, Risk Management, or Audit, coupled with relevant formal education or certification. |
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