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Security Management Specialists

Industry Areas

  • Federal Executive Branch (OES Designation)
  • Management of Companies and Enterprises
  • Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools

Day-to-Day Tasks

  • Conduct security audits to identify potential problems related to physical security, staff safety, or asset protection.
  • Design or implement security systems, video surveillance, motion detection, or closed-circuit television systems to ensure proper installation and operation.
  • Design security policies, programs, or practices to ensure adequate security relating to issues such as protection of assets, alarm response, and access card use.

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Business Breakdown

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  • 59.01% (Private For-Profit)
  • 14.04% (Private Not For-Profit)
  • 14.10% (State and Local Govt)
  • 10.01% (Federal Government)
  • 2.84% (Self-Employed)

This data also pertains to Business Operations Specialists, All Other