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Prepare and submit reports describing the results of security fixes.
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Develop security penetration testing processes, such as wireless, data networks, and telecommunication security tests.
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Configure information systems to incorporate principles of least functionality and least access.
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Write audit reports to communicate technical and procedural findings and recommend solutions.
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Conduct network and security system audits, using established criteria.
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Develop infiltration tests that exploit device vulnerabilities.
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Identify new threat tactics, techniques, or procedures used by cyber threat actors.
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Identify security system weaknesses, using penetration tests.
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Collect stakeholder data to evaluate risk and to develop mitigation strategies.
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Develop presentations on threat intelligence.
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Maintain up-to-date knowledge of hacking trends.
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Investigate security incidents, using computer forensics, network forensics, root cause analysis, or malware analysis.
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Keep up with new penetration testing tools and methods.
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Gather cyber intelligence to identify vulnerabilities.
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Discuss security solutions with information technology teams or management.
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Test the security of systems by attempting to gain access to networks, Web-based applications, or computers.
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Document penetration test findings.
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Update corporate policies to improve cyber security.
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Assess the physical security of servers, systems, or network devices to identify vulnerability to temperature, vandalism, or natural disasters.
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Develop and execute tests that simulate the techniques of known cyber threat actors.
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Evaluate vulnerability assessments of local computing environments, networks, infrastructures, or enclave boundaries.
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Design security solutions to address known device vulnerabilities.