UCR University Extension

On-the-job Training

• Competencies
  • Develop computer or information security policies or procedures.
  • Develop plans to safeguard computer files against accidental or unauthorized modification, destruction, or disclosure and to meet emergency data processing needs.
  • Update knowledge about emerging industry or technology trends.
  • Monitor current reports of computer viruses to determine when to update virus protection systems.
  • Implement security measures for computer or information systems.
  • Modify computer security files to incorporate new software, correct errors, or change individual access status.
  • Encrypt data transmissions and erect firewalls to conceal confidential information as it is being transmitted and to keep out tainted digital transfers.
  • Review violations of computer security procedures and discuss procedures with violators to ensure violations are not repeated.
  • Maintain permanent fleet cryptologic and carry-on direct support systems required in special land, sea surface and subsurface operations.
  • Test computer system operations to ensure proper functioning.
  • Perform risk assessments and execute tests of data processing system to ensure functioning of data processing activities and security measures.
  • Collaborate with others to resolve information technology issues.
  • Confer with users to discuss issues such as computer data access needs, security violations, and programming changes.
  • Document operational procedures.
  • Document computer security and emergency measures policies, procedures, and tests.
  • Troubleshoot issues with computer applications or systems.
  • Coordinate project activities with other personnel or departments.
  • Coordinate implementation of computer system plan with establishment personnel and outside vendors.
  • Monitor the security of digital information.
  • Monitor use of data files and regulate access to safeguard information in computer files.
  • Train others in computer interface or software use.
  • Train users and promote security awareness to ensure system security and to improve server and network efficiency.
• Hours