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  1. Occupations
  2. Security Management Specialists

Security Management Specialists

Conduct security assessments for organizations, and design security systems and processes. May specialize in areas such as physical security or the safety of employees and facilities.

SOC: 13-1199.07

Common Job Titles

  • Physical Security Engineer
  • Physical Security Specialist
  • Security Analyst
  • Security Consultant

Wage Data According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics

Annual wage data for Security Management Specialists (2024)

Estimated Total Employment (U.S.)

1,128,200

Wage Distribution by Percentile

Line chart of annual wages by percentile. U.S. is the solid line. 10th percentile: U.S. $46,230. 25th percentile: U.S. $60,820. 50th percentile: U.S. $81,270. 75th percentile: U.S. $110,030. 90th percentile: U.S. $147,830. Use the left and right arrow keys to move between percentiles.

  • U.S.
MetricU.S.
10% of workers earn the following or less$46,230
10% of workers earn the following or more$147,830
Workers on average earn$92,380

+ indicates wage is at or above the BLS reporting cap ($239,200/year)

Tools & Technology

Equipment and software commonly used in this occupation

In-Demand Technology

Frequently requested by employers in job postings

  • Adobe Acrobat
  • Amazon Web Services AWS software
  • JavaScript
  • Linux
  • Microsoft Access
  • Microsoft Active Directory
  • Microsoft Azure software
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Microsoft Office software
  • Microsoft Outlook
  • Microsoft PowerPoint
  • Microsoft PowerShell
  • Microsoft SharePoint
  • Microsoft Visio
  • Microsoft Windows
  • Microsoft Word
  • Oracle Java
  • SAP software
  • ServiceNow
  • Splunk Enterprise
  • Structured query language SQL
  • UNIX

Technology Skills

  • ArcSight Enterprise Threat and Risk Management
  • Chinotec Technologies Paros
  • Cisco Systems CiscoWorks
  • Customer information control system CICS
  • CyberArk
  • Database software
  • Firewall software
  • IBM Tivoli software
Tools & Technology: Technology Skills

Tools & Equipment

  • Approach detection systems
  • Audioconferencing equipment
  • Card readers
  • Closed circuit television CCTV monitoring systems
  • Computer network routers
  • Computer server equipment
  • Desktop computers
  • Digital video recorders
Tools & Technology: Tools & Equipment

Related Occupations

Occupations with similar skills and knowledge requirements

Most Similar

  • Security Managers 11-3013.01
  • Security and Fire Alarm Systems Installers 49-2098.00
  • Health and Safety Engineers, Except Mining Safety Engineers and Inspectors 17-2111.00
  • Management Analysts 13-1111.00
  • Compliance Managers 11-9199.02

Moderately Similar

  • Occupational Health and Safety Specialists 19-5011.00
  • Retail Loss Prevention Specialists 33-9099.02
  • Fire-Prevention and Protection Engineers 17-2111.02
  • Emergency Management Directors 11-9161.00
  • Gambling Surveillance Officers and Gambling Investigators 33-9031.00

Related

  • Information Security Engineers 15-1299.05
  • Information Security Analysts 15-1212.00
  • Penetration Testers 15-1299.04
  • First-Line Supervisors of Security Workers 33-1091.00
  • Computer Systems Analysts 15-1211.00
  • Digital Forensics Analysts 15-1299.06
  • Computer and Information Systems Managers 11-3021.00
  • Network and Computer Systems Administrators 15-1244.00
  • Computer Systems Engineers/Architects 15-1299.08
  • Security Guards 33-9032.00

Related Programs

Education programs that prepare you for this occupation

  • CertificateHotel OperationsIssuer: Wallace State Community College
  • CertificateLeadershipIssuer: Florence-Darlington Technical College
  • Post-Baccalaureate CertificateGraduate Certificate in ManagementIssuer: Troy University
  • Post-Baccalaureate CertificateGraduate Certificate in Business ExchangeIssuer: Troy University
  • Master's DegreeMaster of Science in ManagementIssuer: Troy University
  • Master's DegreeMaster of Business AdministrationIssuer: Troy University
  • CertificateBusiness Office AccountingIssuer: Paris Junior College
  • CertificateEntrepreneurshipIssuer: Paris Junior College
  • CertificateBusiness ManagementIssuer: Paris Junior College
  • Associate's DegreeBusiness ManagementIssuer: Paris Junior College