information security analyst

[/ˌɪnfərˈmeɪʃən sɪˈkjurəti ˈænəlɪst/]
nounpl: information security analysts
analista de segurança da informação
1. A professional responsible for protecting an organization's computer networks and systems from digital attacks and data breaches by analyzing security risks and implementing protective measures
The information security analyst identified vulnerabilities in the company's firewall system.
O analista de segurança da informação identificou vulnerabilidades no sistema de firewall da empresa.
2. A skilled IT professional who monitors network traffic, investigates security incidents, and recommends security solutions to safeguard sensitive data
Our information security analyst conducts regular penetration tests to ensure our defenses are robust.
Nosso analista de segurança da informação realiza testes de penetração regulares para garantir que nossas defesas sejam robustas.
This is a highly valued profession in both Brazil and the USA due to increasing cybersecurity threats. In Brazil, demand for these professionals has grown significantly with digital transformation initiatives. The role is seen as critical infrastructure protection, and professionals often earn competitive salaries. The term is primarily used in formal/professional contexts across both countries.
NYC Slang
info sec analyst, security analyst
Synonyms / Sinônimos
security analystcybersecurity analystinformation security specialistIT security analystsecurity systems analyst

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
analista de segurança da informação
most common and formal term used across Brazil
São Paulo
analista de segurança de TI
commonly used in tech hubs; alternative with TI (tecnologia da informação)
Rio de Janeiro
especialista em segurança cibernética
alternative term emphasizing cybersecurity aspects
Portugal
analista de segurança da informação
same as Brazilian Portuguese; formal usage in Portuguese companies

Related Words

cybersecuritynetwork securitydata protectionpenetration testingfirewallencryptionthreat assessmentvulnerability management

Related Idioms & Phrases

closing security loopholes
staying ahead of cyber threats
fortifying digital defenses
monitoring the perimeter
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