Reading Task: IT Security Specialist [Example]

Hi

My name is Sarah and I am an IT Security Specialist.

Basically, IT Security Specialists make sure that a company’s systems are safe from attacks.

To be a good IT Security Specialist you must:

• Be a creative problem solver
• Know how to troubleshoot problems
• Make decisions in high-stress situations
• Communicate effectively

IT specialists are responsible for:

• Discovering vulnerabilities
• Finding risks in networks
• Monitoring network data
• Updating hardware and software applications