Do you want to work in a technical field where you can use your IT skills? Do you thrive in high-pressure situations and enjoy making strategic decisions on a daily basis? Then you could have what it takes to pursue a career as an IT security manager! An IT security manager is responsible for protecting the computer systems, networks and databases of an organisation or series of organisations. They will ensure that the businesses they work for are protected from cyber threats and security breaches.

Cyber crime is a real risk in the UK, as the UK had the highest number of cyber crime victims per million internet users at 4783 in 2022. By pursuing a career as an IT security manager, you can play an integral role in combatting this. Here’s a look at a day in the life of an IT security manager:

What Does an IT Security Manager Do on a Typical Day? 

When you work in IT security, no two days are ever exactly the same, because the cyber threats and risks that your business faces vary wildly from day to day. However, you can expect a typical day to look like this: 

• Your day will likely start with a team meeting and checking your emails, to ensure that no new risks or issues have arisen overnight. You will have meetings with the cyber security team and the company’s executive team, if not on a daily then on a weekly basis.
  
  
• You will then monitor the computer network of the businesses you are working with for any unusual activity or potential risks. Looking for weaknesses in security systems and areas where security breaches could take place will also form an integral part of your working day.
  
  
• As an IT security manager, your role will also involve training and supporting other members of your team, ensuring that they are all operating at the same high standard. This could include but is not limited to, explaining any risks posed as well as any security software programmes that you may introduce and ask your team to use going forward.
  
  
• Finally, it's crucial that you keep up to date with the latest news and trends within the cyber security sector, so your role will involve reading professional publications and attending conferences and training on the subject. This will ensure that you provide the best possible security care to your clients! 

Why is Cyber Security Important?

No matter how big or small your business is, investing in cyber security is one of the most important IT decisions that you can make. A single security breach could cost your business significantly thanks to financial losses, but it could also lose you the trust of your customers: and once trust is lost, it’s near-impossible to win it back. 

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