Information Risk Analyst
The role
What does a Information Risk Analyst do?
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.
The details
Information Risk Analyst career paths
Domain knowledge
- Risk management
- Vulnerability assessment
Related job titles
- ISSO
- Cybersecurity auditor
- Cybersecurity assessor
- Security analyst
- Risk analyst
- Security controls assessor
Common certifications
Information Risk Analyst career paths
NIST Cybersecurity Framework
Get ready to explore the NIST Cybersecurity Framework learning path, where we peek behind the curtain of NIST cybersecurity fundamentals. Learn about the industry-recognized framework for improving infrastructure cybersecurity.
ISC2 Certified in Governance, Risk and Compliance (CGRC) - Formerly known as Certified Authorization Professional (CAP)
The ISC2 Certified in Governance, Risk and Compliance (CGRC) is an informational security practitioner who focuses on system security, risk tolerance and requirements. This course will help prepare for the CGRC exam. Prior to February 2023 this certification was known as Certified Authorization Professional (CAP).
Vulnerability Assessment
Learn to develop a well-structured framework for analyzing the security of a system.
Plans & pricing
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