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ICT encryption

ESCO reuse: sector-specific

The conversion of electronic data into a format which is readable only by authorized parties which use key encryption techniques, such as Public Key Infrastructure (PKI) and Secure Socket Layer (SSL).

ICT encryption — the conversion of electronic data into a format which is readable only by authorized parties which use key encryption techniques, such as Public Key Infrastructure (PKI) and Secure Socket Layer (SSL). ESCO classifies it as a sector-specific (rooted in one industry) skill within knowledge.

Category: knowledge › database and network design and administration Also known as: TLS, symmetric-key algorithm, asymmetric cryptography, public-key cryptography, transport layer security, SSL

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Frequently asked questions

What is ICT encryption?

The conversion of electronic data into a format which is readable only by authorized parties which use key encryption techniques, such as Public Key Infrastructure (PKI) and Secure Socket Layer (SSL).

What category of skill is ICT encryption?

ESCO classifies ICT encryption under the knowledge category, specifically in the database and network design and administration subcategory.

How transferable is ICT encryption between industries?

ESCO tags ICT encryption as a sector-specific (rooted in one industry) skill — a signal of how portable it is when you change field.

Is ICT encryption the same as TLS?

Yes — ICT encryption is also known as TLS, symmetric-key algorithm, asymmetric cryptography, public-key cryptography, transport layer security, SSL, or secure sockets layer. They refer to the same underlying capability in the ESCO taxonomy.

How can I learn ICT encryption?

The most reliable path is to pick a job or project that demands ICT encryption and learn through delivery. Complement that with role-specific roadmaps and short courses. Explore the occupations below to see where this skill is used in practice.

Data: ESCO v1.2.1 (CC-BY-4.0). Durability framework informed by McKinsey Global Institute (Nov 2025). See our methodology.