Will AI replace Information Security Analysts?
Estimated risk score: 69 out of 100
High replacement risk
Estimate from published task research, not reviewed by a person · how we estimate
Within about 19 points for 4 in 5 of the jobs we checked (50 to 88).
For the occupation as a whole, from ratings of its 12 O*NET tasks published in 2023 and calibrated to our hand scores. A specialty inside it can sit higher or lower.
O*NET-SOC 15-1212.00 · Computer and Mathematical
Tasks rated in 2023 as ones AI could do or speed up
Tasks a GPT-4-class model could do, or do in half the time or less: 6 of its 12 rated tasks. In O*NET’s words.
- Document computer security and emergency measures policies, procedures, and tests.
- Encrypt data transmissions and erect firewalls to conceal confidential information as it is being transmitted and to keep out tainted digital transfers.
- Modify computer security files to incorporate new software, correct errors, or change individual access status.
- Monitor current reports of computer viruses to determine when to update virus protection systems.
- Monitor use of data files and regulate access to safeguard information in computer files.
- Confer with users to discuss issues such as computer data access needs, security violations, and programming changes.
Tasks rated in 2023 as not sped up by AI
Tasks such a model was rated as not speeding up or taking over: 1 of its 12 rated tasks; the first 0 are shown. In O*NET’s words.
None of its rated tasks.
What the job is
Plan, implement, upgrade, or monitor security measures for the protection of computer networks and information. Assess system vulnerabilities for security risks and propose and implement risk mitigation strategies. May ensure appropriate security controls are in place that will safeguard digital files and vital electronic infrastructure. May respond to computer security breaches and viruses.
Also called: Information Security Officer, Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO), ISSO, CISSP, SOC Analyst, Threat Hunter, Cyber Operator, Red Team Member.
Closest jobs we score by hand
In the same field (Computer and Mathematical). Different jobs, each scored by a person.
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