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  4. Applied Technical Security

Applied Technical Security

Skill definition

Applied Technical Security refers to the policies, practices, and methodologies used to protect sensitive information and technology from close acquisition or exploitation by hostile actors, as well as other forms of technical manipulation.

Awareness

  • Describes concepts of Technical Security, including the significance of the Technical Security specialism, the relationship between all specialisms, and how the specialisms relate to the security function across government
  • Promotes Technical Security within the local working environment

Working

  • Applies concepts of Technical Security within the context of the other specialisms/enablers
  • Champions Technical Security within the wider security function, providing advice to others

Practitioner

  • Develops and applies new concepts in Technical Security, involving the other specialisms/enablers
  • Develops individuals and contributes to the development of the specialism
  • Promotes Technical Security as a business enabler throughout the organisation
  • Engages with the UK security community

Expert

  • Leads innovation in Technical Security, taking into account other specialisms/enablers and business drivers
  • Promotes the development of individuals against the career framework
  • Promotes the use of Technical Security as a business enabler at board or senior management level
  • Active member of the UK security community

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