The year 2020 saw a marked increase in scams due to COVID-19. The FBI notes there has been “a wave of criminals seeking to prey upon an anxious public.”
Additionally, with many more people working remotely—cybercrime has had more potential targets—all of whom are more dependent on digital tools. Businesses need to be aware of these threats, but also develop a strong cybersecurity culture.
What do security specialists do? They provide support services for companies with their internal technology assets. They seek out cyber threats or weaknesses in businesses’ security, while helping companies upgrade systems. They usually assist other colleagues – like a security architect or engineer.
Typically, security specialists have an understanding of antivirus software, software design, hardware architecture, and tools that identify security issues.
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