Will AI replace security management specialists?
Not entirely. Parts of the job are likely to change as AI takes over routine tasks. Security Management Specialists score 52 out of 100 (elevated exposure), #190 of 923 US jobs. AI could speed up 20 of the job's 23 tasks, 4 of them on its own, while 3 see little or no speed-up. Exposure means the work is likely to change, not that the job will disappear.
Which security management specialists tasks can AI do?
The most exposed tasks include "Engineer, install, maintain, or repair security systems, programmable logic controls, or other security-related electronic systems"; "Interview witnesses or suspects to identify persons responsible for security breaches or to establish losses, pursue prosecutions, or obtain restitution"; "Prepare documentation for case reports or court proceedings".
Which security management specialists tasks are hardest for AI?
Tasks with little or no AI speed-up include "Inspect fire, intruder detection, or other security systems"; "Respond to emergency situations on an on-call basis"; "Train personnel in security procedures or use of security equipment".
Are people already using AI for this work?
Yes. In April–May 2026, 9 of the 23 tasks showed up in real conversations with Claude, according to the Anthropic Economic Index.
How many people work as security management specialists, and what do they earn?
About 1,087,090 people in the US (figure for Business Operations Specialists, All Other), with median pay of $83,050 a year (BLS, May 2025).