ANZSCO Code: 135111 (Chief Information Officer)
Chief Information Officers plans, organises, directs, controls and coordinates the ICT strategies, plans and operations of an organisation to ensure the ICT infrastructure supports the organisation's overall operations and priorities.
Chief Information Officer Skill Assessment Authority:
Australian Computer Society (ACS)
Skill Level
1
Alternative Titles
Chief Technology Officer
Unit Group: 1351 ICT Managers
Plan, organise, direct, control and coordinate the acquisition, development, maintenance and use of computer and telecommunication systems within organisations.
Skill Level
Most occupations under this unit group are skill level 1 occupation and a relevant bachelor's degree or higher can equate to this skill level. At least five years of relevant experience and/or relevant vendor certification may substitute for the formal qualification. In some instances, relevant experience and/or on-the-job training may be required in addition to the formal qualification.
Other Occupations in this Unit Group
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Tasks
- Analysing information needs and specifying technology to meet those needs.
- Formulating and directing information and communication technology (ICT) strategies, policies and plans.
- Directing the selection and installation of ICT resources and the provision of user training.
- Directing ICT operations and setting priorities between system developments, maintenance and operations.
- Overseeing the security of ICT systems.
/Visa Options for Chief Information Officer:
186 - Employer Nomination Scheme visa
407 - Training visa
482 - Medium Term Stream - Temporary Skill Shortage visa
187 - Regional Sponsor Migration Scheme visa
494 - Employer Sponsored Stream - Skilled Employer Sponsored Regional (Provisional) visa
Overview of Key Employment Statistics for Chief Information Officer ANZSCO 135111:
Employed
7,300
Part-time share
4%
Female share
12%
Median weekly earnings
N/A
Median age
45
Annual employment growth
N/A
State distributions
Learn how Chief Information Officer ANZSCO 135111 professionals are spread across different states and territories in Australia.
New South Wales
40.6%
Victoria
31.3%
Greenland
14.3%
South Australia
4.0%
Western Australia
6.2%
Tasmania
0.8%
Northern Territory
0.2%
Australian Capital Territory
2.6%
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Frequently
asked questions
Have a look at frequently asked questions.
What is the ANZSCO code for a Chief Information Officer?
The ANZSCO code for a Chief Information Officer is 135111, as classified by the Australian and New Zealand Standard Classification of Occupations (ANZSCO).
How does ACS deduct years of work experience of a Chief Information Officer?
ACS deducts between two and six years from your work experience, depending on how closely it matches your educational background. For an ICT major degree relevant to a Chief Information Officer role, two years are deducted; if it is not relevant, four years are deducted. For an ICT minor degree relevant to a Chief Information Officer role, five years are deducted; if it is not relevant, six years are deducted.
What tasks are typically performed by a Chief Information Officer ANZSCO 135111?
Chief Information Officer under ANZSCO 135111 plans, organises, directs, controls and coordinates the ICT strategies, plans and operations of an organisation to ensure the ICT infrastructure supports the organisation's overall operations and priorities.
Is Chief Information Officer a high demand occupation in Australia?
Chief Information Officer has an economy-wide average future demand with it not being in shortage throughout all of the states of Australia as per Skills Priority List 2023. It is also included on the Medium and Long-term Strategic Skills List (MLTSSL) which highlights it as a skill in demand in Australia.
How much does a Chief Information Officer make in Australia?
As per SEEK, the average annual salary for Chief Information Officer jobs in Australia in 2024 ranges from $205,000 to $225,000.