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Career Guidance Skills working with computers S5.2 - setting up and protecting computer systems S5.2.2 - protecting ict devices Remove computer virus or malware from a computer
Description
Carry out actions to remove computer viruses or other types of malware from a computer.
Occupations requiring this skill
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Skill demand overview
- Essential in 0 occupations
- Optional in 12 occupations
- Total: 12 occupations
- Most common in: ISCO major group 2 (Professionals)
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…
- Computer hardware engineering technicianComputer hardware engineering technicians collaborate with computer hardware engineers to develop computer hardware, such as motherboards, routers, and microprocessors. Computer ha…
- 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…
- Ethical hackerEthical hackers perform security vulnerability assessments and penetration tests in accordance with industry-accepted methods and protocols. They analyse systems for potential vuln…
- 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…
- Database administratorDatabase administrators test, implement and administer computer databases. They use their expertise in database management systems to plan, coordinate and implement security measur…
- 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 …
- 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…
- 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…
- 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…
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Last updated on February 18, 2026
