Description
Download, install and update software to prevent, detect and remove malicious software, such as computer viruses.
Occupations requiring this skill
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Skill demand overview
- Essential in 4 occupations
- Optional in 15 occupations
- Total: 19 occupations
- Most common in: ISCO major group 2 (Professionals)
Essential for
- ICT technicianICT technicians install, maintain, repair and operate information systems and any ICT related equipment (laptops, desktops, servers, tablets, smart phones, communications equipment…
- ICT network technicianICT network technicians install, maintain and troubleshoot networks, data communications equipment and network installed devices such as printers and storage area networks. They al…
- ICT network administratorICT network administrators maintain operation of a reliable, secure, and efficient data communications network, including LAN, WAN, intranet, and internet. They perform network add…
- ICT system administratorICT system administrators are responsible for the upkeep, configuration, and reliable operation of computer and network systems, servers, workstations and peripheral devices. They …
Optional for
- ICT security administratorICT security administrators plan and carry out security measures to protect information and data from unauthorised access, deliberate attack, theft and corruption. Other titles The…
- Telecommunications technicianTelecommunications technicians install, test, maintain and troubleshoot telecommunications systems. They repair or replace defective devices and equipment and maintain a safe worki…
- Integration engineerIntegration engineers develop and implement solutions which coordinate applications across the enterprise or its units and departments. They evaluate existing components or systems…
- Communication infrastructure maintainerCommunication infrastructure maintainers install, repair, run and maintain infrastructure for communication systems. Duties Communication infrastructure maintainers typically do th…
- Computer hardware engineering technicianComputer hardware engineering technicians collaborate with computer hardware engineers to develop computer hardware, such as motherboards, routers, and microprocessors. Computer ha…
- Database administratorDatabase administrators test, implement and administer computer databases. They use their expertise in database management systems to plan, coordinate and implement security measur…
- Computer hardware engineerA Computer Hardware Engineer is responsible for designing, developing, and testing computer hardware components, including processors, circuit boards, memory devices, networks, and…
- Data centre operatorData centre operators maintain computer operations within the data centre. They manage daily activities within the centre to solve problems, maintain the system availability, and e…
- ICT security technicianICT security technicians propose and implement necessary security updates and measures whenever is required. They advise, support, inform and provide training and security awarenes…
- ICT system developerICT 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…
- Computer hardware repair technicianComputer hardware repair technicians install, examine, test and repair computer hardware and peripheral components. They test computers' functionality, identify the problems and re…
- Security alarm technicianSecurity alarm technicians install and maintain security alarm systems to protect against hazards such as fire and burglary. They install sensors and control systems and connect th…
- Web developerA 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…
- ICT network engineerICT network engineers implement, maintain and support computer networks. They also perform network modelling, analysis, and planning. They may also design network and computer secu…
- Computer scientistComputer scientists conduct research in computer and information science, directed toward greater knowledge and understanding of fundamental aspects of ICT phenomena. They write re…



