Plan, implement, upgrade, or monitor security measures for the protection of computer networks and information. 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.
12 of 12 tasks have some AI capability
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This score reflects estimated AI technical capability for tasks in this occupation. It does not predict employment changes, and it does not account for company-specific constraints, regulation, or adoption barriers.
Monitor current reports of computer viruses to determine when to update virus protection systems.
AI: Fully automatable - AI and automated threat‑intelligence systems can continuously monitor virus reports and trigger timely updates to protection systems without human intervention.
Encrypt data transmissions and erect firewalls to conceal confidential information as it is being transmitted and to keep out tainted digital transfers.
AI: Fully automatable - AI-driven automation and orchestration tools can configure encryption and firewall rules and manage transmission protection at scale, enabling fully automated implementation in many environments.
Modify computer security files to incorporate new software, correct errors, or change individual access status.
AI: Fully automatable - AI and automation tools can directly edit security configuration files and manage access via APIs and scripts, enabling full automation of these routine modifications under appropriate controls.
Document computer security and emergency measures policies, procedures, and tests.
AI: Fully automatable - AI can generate and maintain policy and test documentation from templates and logs, enabling full automation of drafting and updates with human validation.
Monitor use of data files and regulate access to safeguard information in computer files.
AI: Fully automatable - AI-driven monitoring (SIEM, DLP, behavior analytics) can detect misuse and enforce access controls automatically, though oversight is still needed for policy exceptions.
Develop plans to safeguard computer files against accidental or unauthorized modification, destruction, or disclosure and to meet emergency data processing needs.
AI: Partial - AI can produce comprehensive data protection and business continuity plans and simulate scenarios, but tailoring, approval and organization-wide enforcement require human security leadership and governance.
Perform risk assessments and execute tests of data processing system to ensure functioning of data processing activities and security measures.
AI: Partial - AI can automate standardized risk assessments and automated testing (vulnerability scans, static analysis), but complex contextual risk judgments and remediation planning still need human oversight.
Maintain permanent fleet cryptologic and carry-on direct support systems required in special land, sea surface and subsurface operations.
AI: Partial - AI can assist diagnostics and provide maintenance guidance, but the hands-on, classified, and operational nature of cryptologic equipment maintenance prevents full automation.
Review violations of computer security procedures and discuss procedures with violators to ensure violations are not repeated.
AI: Partial - AI can identify violations and draft responses, but human-led discussions and adjudication are required to ensure compliance and manage sensitive HR aspects.
Confer with users to discuss issues such as computer data access needs, security violations, and programming changes.
AI: Partial - AI can handle routine user consultations via chatbots, but complex requirements, negotiations, and ambiguous issues require human interaction.
Coordinate implementation of computer system plan with establishment personnel and outside vendors.
AI: Partial - AI can assist scheduling, status tracking, and information exchange, but coordinating personnel and external vendors requires human project management and relationship-building.
Train users and promote security awareness to ensure system security and to improve server and network efficiency.
AI: Partial - AI can produce and deliver tailored training and awareness campaigns at scale, but cultivating behavior change and handling nuanced questions still benefits from human trainers.