Security administration (SCAD)
The authorisation and monitoring of access to IT facilities or infrastructure in accordance with established organisational policy. Includes the investigation of unauthorised access, compliance with data protection and performance of other administrative duties relating to security management.
Level 3 Investigates minor security breaches in accordance with established procedures. Assists users in defining their access rights and privileges and operates agreed logical access controls and security systems. Maintains agreed security records and documentation.
Level 4 Investigates identified security breaches in accordance with established procedures and recommends any required actions. Assists users in defining their access rights and privileges and administers logical access controls and security systems. Maintains security records and documentation.
Level 5 Drafts and maintains the policy, standards, procedures and documentation for security. Reviews information systems for actual or potential breaches in security. Ensures that all identified breaches in security are promptly and thoroughly investigated. Ensures that any system changes required to maintain security are implemented. Ensures that security records are accurate and complete.
Level 6 Develops strategies for ensuring the security of automated systems. Ensures that the policy and standards for security are fit for purpose, current and correctly implemented. Reviews new business proposals and provides specialist advice on security issues and implications.