IT Security Specialist
Implement and maintain security policies and procedures. Conduct security audits, manage access controls, ensure compliance, and protect organizational IT assets.
What you need to know
Overview
IT Security Specialists implement and maintain security measures across organizational IT systems. They conduct audits, manage security policies, ensure regulatory compliance (GDPR, ISO 27001), and coordinate security awareness training. This role bridges technical security and organizational governance.
Irish organizations across all sectors employ IT Security Specialists to ensure compliance with GDPR and protect against threats. The role offers good entry into security careers with clear progression paths.
Key responsibilities
- Implement security policies and standards
- Conduct security audits and assessments
- Manage user access controls
- Monitor security compliance
- Coordinate security awareness training
- Perform risk assessments
- Document security procedures
- Manage security tools and software
- Respond to security incidents
- Liaise with compliance teams
What skills are needed?
Security Skills
- • Security policy development
- • Risk assessment
- • Access control management
- • Security auditing
- • Compliance frameworks (ISO 27001)
Technical Knowledge
- • IT systems and infrastructure
- • Security tools
- • GDPR requirements
- • Identity management
- • Vulnerability assessment
Professional Skills
- • Communication
- • Documentation
- • Organizational skills
- • Policy enforcement
- • Training delivery
What is the pay?
Average Salary in Ireland
€36,000 - €65,000
Junior specialists earn €36,000-€42,000, mid-level specialists earn €45,000-€58,000, while senior specialists command €60,000-€75,000.
Accessible entry point into security careers with good progression. Benefits include certification funding, professional development, health insurance, and flexible working arrangements.
What is the career outlook?
Job Growth
Growing demand across all sectors in Ireland. Over 600 positions advertised annually. Good entry-level opportunities with clear career progression.
Why the growth?
- • GDPR compliance requirements
- • Increasing security awareness
- • Regulatory pressures
- • Risk management needs
- • Audit requirements
- • Security governance
What education is required?
Educational Pathways
IT/Security Degree
Level 7/8 in IT, Cyber Security, or Business IT from Irish universities. Level 7 often sufficient for entry-level roles.
Professional Certifications
CompTIA Security+, CISM, or ISO 27001 certifications valued. Can enable career entry or transition from IT support/admin roles.
Key Skills
- • Security policy development
- • Compliance frameworks (ISO 27001, GDPR)
- • Risk assessment methodologies
- • Access control systems
- • Security auditing
- • Documentation skills
- • Training delivery
- • IT systems knowledge
- • Communication skills
- • Organizational awareness
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