Information Security Consultant

じょうほうセキュリティコンサルタント

Industry & Occupation

IT, Software & Telecommunications

Classification

Summary

A specialist who protects companies' and organizations' information assets, from risk assessment to developing countermeasures, building governance, and providing audit support.

Description

Information Security Consultants assess risks lurking in companies' and organizations' information systems and networks, conduct vulnerability assessments, support governance building, formulate security policies, and provide audit support. They leverage frameworks such as ISO/IEC 27001 and NIST CSF to develop comprehensive security strategies that combine technical and organizational measures. They also address security challenges associated with the introduction of new technologies like cloud environments, IoT, and AI, and conduct incident response support as well as employee education and training.

Future Outlook

With the expansion of digital transformation and cloud usage, interest in information security and regulations are strengthening, and demand for specialized professionals is increasing. The market value of consultants equipped to handle new threats from the spread of AI and IoT is expected to rise further.

Personality Traits

Cautious / Excellent communication skills / Good at logical thinking / Strong sense of responsibility

Work Style

Consulting Work / Flexitime / In-house SE / Project-based / Remote

Career Path

Junior Security Analyst → Security Engineer → Information Security Consultant → Senior Security Consultant → Security Manager → CISO

Required Skills

Communication Protocols / Log Analysis / Penetration Testing / Risk Assessment / Security Frameworks / Security Policy Development

Recommended Skills

Cloud Security / Cryptography / EDR Tools (Basic Knowledge) / English Document Reading / Programming (Python) / SIEM Operations

Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)

Item Description
Analytical & Logical Thinking Because precise logical thinking is required for risk assessment and vulnerability analysis.
Attention to Detail & Accuracy Attention to detail is essential to avoid missing small configuration errors or vulnerabilities.
Communication Skills Because they coordinate requirements and report with clients and stakeholders.
Learning Agility & Knowledge Acquisition Because threats and technologies are constantly changing, requiring continuous learning.
Planning & Organization Because it is necessary to plan and manage security strategies and countermeasure projects.
Problem Solving The ability to develop and implement solutions for complex risk issues is required.

Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)

Item Description
Physical Stamina & Endurance Because it is mainly desk work with low physical demands.

Related Qualifications

  • CISA
  • CISSP
  • Information Security Management Test
  • Registered Information Security Specialist

Aliases

  • IS Consultant
  • Security Consultant

Related Jobs

  • IT Consultant
  • Network Engineer
  • Security Engineer
  • Systems Auditor

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