ICT security legislation

Description

The set of legislative rules that safeguards information technology, ICT networks and computer systems and legal consequences which result from their misuse. Regulated measures include firewalls, intrusion detection, anti-virus software and encryption.

Occupations requiring this skill

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Skill demand overview
  • Essential in 8 occupations
  • Optional in 21 occupations
  • Total: 29 occupations
  • Most common in: ISCO major group 2 (Professionals)

Essential for

  • Digital forensics expert
    Digital forensics experts retrieve and analyse information from computers and other types of data storage devices. They examine digital media that may have been hidden, encrypted o…
  • Data warehouse designer
    A data warehouse designer is a specialized IT professional responsible for designing and creating efficient and organized data storage systems known as data warehouses. Data wareho…
  • ICT business analysis manager
    ICT business analysis managers identify areas where information system changes are needed to support business plans and monitor the impact in terms of change management. They contr…
  • ICT network administrator
    ICT network administrators maintain operation of a reliable, secure, and efficient data communications network, including LAN, WAN, intranet, and internet. They perform network add…
  • Database designer
    Database designers specify the database's logical structure, processes, and information flows. They design data models and databases to serve data acquisition. Excludes people perf…
  • User interface designer
    A User Interface Designer is a creative professional who focuses on the visual layout and interactive elements of a product’s interface. Their role is to design intuitive, attracti…
  • IT auditor
    IT auditors perform audits of information systems, platforms, and operating procedures in accordance with established corporate standards for efficiency, accuracy and security. The…
  • ICT network architect
    ICT network architects design the topology and connectivity of ICT network such as hardware, infrastructure, communication and hardware components. Excludes people performing manag…

Optional for

  • ICT security administrator
    ICT security administrators plan and carry out security measures to protect information and data from unauthorised access, deliberate attack, theft and corruption. Other titles The…
  • Mobile application developer
    Mobile app developers implement applications software for mobile devices, based on the designs provided, using general or specific development tools for device operating systems. E…
  • Embedded systems software developer
    Embedded systems software developers program, implement, document and maintain software to be run on an embedded system. Excludes people performing managerial activities. Other tit…
  • ICT network technician
    ICT network technicians install, maintain and troubleshoot networks, data communications equipment and network installed devices such as printers and storage area networks. They al…
  • ICT auditor manager
    ICT auditor managers monitor ICT auditors responsible for auditing information systems, platforms, and operating procedures in accordance with established corporate standards for e…
  • Ethical hacker
    Ethical hackers perform security vulnerability assessments and penetration tests in accordance with industry-accepted methods and protocols. They analyse systems for potential vuln…
  • Knowledge engineer
    Knowledge engineers integrate structured knowledge into computer systems (knowledge bases) in order to solve complex problems normally requiring a high level of human expertise or …
  • Lawyer
    Lawyers provide legal advice to clients and act on their behalf in legal proceedings and in compliance with the law. They research for, interpret and study cases to represent…
  • ICT quality assurance manager
    ICT quality assurance managers are responsible of a team of ICT quality assurance analysts. They establish and operate an ICT quality approach through quality management systems, i…
  • ICT security technician
    ICT security technicians propose and implement necessary security updates and measures whenever is required. They advise, support, inform and provide training and security awarenes…
  • ICT product manager
    ICT product managers analyse and define current and target status for ICT products, services or solutions. They estimate the cost effectiveness, points of risk, opportunities, stre…
  • ICT system developer
    ICT system developers maintain, audit and improve organisational support systems. They use existing or new technologies to meet particular needs. They test both hardware and softwa…
  • Industrial mobile devices software developer
    Industrial mobile devices software developers implement applications software for specific, professional industrial mobile (handheld) devices, based on the industry needs, using ge…
  • ICT application developer
    ICT application developers implement the ICT (software) applications based on the designs provided using application domain specific languages, tools, platforms and experience. Oth…
  • Web developer
    A Web Developer is a technical professional who designs, builds, and maintains websites and web applications. They ensure that sites are visually appealing, user-friendly, responsi…
  • Telecommunications analyst
    Telecommunications analysts review, analyse and evaluate an organisation's telecommunications needs and systems. They provide training on the telecommunications system features and…
  • Software architect
    A Software Architect is a senior-level IT professional responsible for designing the high-level structure of software systems. They define how software components interact, select …
  • Digital games designer
    Digital games designers develop the layout, logic, concept and gameplay of a digital game. They focus on playfield design, specification writing, and entry of numeric properties th…
  • ICT system architect
    ICT system architects design architecture, components, modules, interfaces, and data for a multi-components system to meet specified requirements. Excludes people performing develo…
  • Software developer
    Software developers designs and builds computer programs that power mobile devices, desktop computers, and even cars. They not only identify user needs but also create new applicat…
  • Corporate lawyer
    Corporate lawyers provide legal consulting services and representation to corporations and organisations. They give advice on matters relating to taxes, legal rights and patents, i…

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Last updated on February 18, 2026

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