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Security Management Specialists

Median Salary
79,590
Job Outlook
N/A

Overview

What are the responsibilities of this role?

Conduct security assessments for organizations, and design security systems and processes. May specialize in areas such as physical security or the safety of employees and facilities.

What sectors do they work in?

Private for profit

65%

State and local government

13%

Private not for profit

12%

Self-employed

5%

Federal Government

5%

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Compensation

What is the typical salary range?

$44,780

10%

$79,590

Median

$103,590

90%

How does location impact how much salary?

Education

Which college majors best prepare you for this role?

  • Business Administration and Management, General
  • International Business/Trade/Commerce
  • Business Operations Support and Secretarial Services, Other
  • Hotel/Motel Administration/Management
  • E-Commerce/Electronic Commerce

Skills and Interest

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