What does an information risk analyst do | Cybersecurity Career Series

Information risk analysts conduct objective, fact-based risk assessments on existing and new systems and technologies, and communicate findings to all stakeholders within the information system. They also identify opportunities to improve the risk posture of the organization and continuously monitor risk tolerance. – Get your FREE cybersecurity training resources: https://www.infosecinstitute.com/free – View Cyber Work Podcast transcripts and additional episodes: https://www.infosecinstitute.com/podcast 0:00 - Information risk analyst career 0:30 - Day-to-day tasks of an information risk analyst 2:09 - How to become an information risk analyst 4:00 - Training for an information risk analyst role 5:42 - Skills an information risk analyst needs 9:24 - Tools information risk analysts use 10:51 - Jobs for information risk analysts 13:08 - Other jobs information risk analysts can do 18:05 - First steps to becoming an information risk analyst About Infosec Infosec believes knowledge is power when fighting cybercrime. We help IT and security professionals advance their careers with skills development and certifications while empowering all employees with security awareness and privacy training to stay cyber-safe at work and home. It’s our mission to equip all organizations and individuals with the know-how and confidence to outsmart cybercrime. Learn more at infosecinstitute.com.

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