ANZSCO 262112 • Medium and Long-term Strategic Skills List
Cyber Security Specialist / ICT Security
Assessing Authority: Australian Computer Society (ACS) • Avg Salary: $120,000 / year
Critical Shortage Demand
With increasing national cyber defense requirements and stringent data privacy laws, Cyber Security Specialists are among Australia’s highest-paid tech professionals. Accredited Australian degrees in cyber security qualify for priority state nominations and federal migration rounds.
CRICOS Courses
194
Accredited programs
Average Total Fee
$31,186
Estimated complete cost
Starting Fee From
$373
Lowest qualifying course
Average Salary
$120,000
Range: $90,000 - $165,000
Migration Assessment Guide
Australian Computer Society (ACS) Assessment Requirements
To lodge an Expression of Interest (EOI) for General Skilled Migration (Subclass 189, 190, or 491), international graduates must obtain a formal positive skills assessment for ANZSCO 262112.
- Australian Bachelor or Master degree with an ICT major with significant cyber and network security content.
- 1 year of post-study relevant Australian ICT experience OR completion of the ACS Professional Year program.
- Skills assessment under ANZSCO 262112 through ACS.
Minimum Qualification: Bachelor of Cyber Security, Bachelor of Computer Science, or Master of Cyber Security (AQF Level 7+)
Official ACS Guidelines ↗Eligible Visas
Permanent Residency Visa Subclasses
- PR PathwaySubclass 189 (Skilled Independent Visa)
- PR PathwaySubclass 190 (Skilled Nominated Visa)
- PR PathwaySubclass 491 (Skilled Work Regional Visa)
- PR PathwaySubclass 186 (Employer Nomination Scheme)
Point Boost Tips
Maximizing PR Migration Points
- Canberra & State Capitals: ACT, NSW, and Victoria offer expedited nomination streams for cyber security professionals with government and enterprise tech experience.
Top Institutions for Cyber Security Specialist
Leading registered providersAustralian universities and higher education institutions with accredited course offerings aligned to ANZSCO 262112.
| Institution Name | Campus Location | CRICOS Courses | Regional Bonus | Explore |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Australasian Academy of Higher Education CRICOS: 04181B • Private | West Melbourne, VIC | 5 courses | Major Metro | View → |
| Global Leadership Institute CRICOS: 04218E • Private | Moorooka, QLD | 4 courses | Major Metro | View → |
| TAFE Queensland CRICOS: 03020E • Government | South Brisbane, QLD | 4 courses | Major Metro | View → |
| University of New England CRICOS: 00003G • Government | ARMIDALE, NSW | 4 courses | Regional Campus (+2 Yrs 485 Visa) | View → |
| Australian School of Accounting Pty Ltd CRICOS: 03847F • Private | Sydney, NSW | 3 courses | Major Metro | View → |
| Victoria University CRICOS: 00124K • Government | MELBOURNE, VIC | 3 courses | Regional Campus (+2 Yrs 485 Visa) | View → |
| Torrens University Australia Limited CRICOS: 03389E • Private | Surry Hills, NSW | 3 courses | Major Metro | View → |
| Edith Cowan University CRICOS: 00279B • Government | JOONDALUP, WA | 3 courses | Regional Campus (+1 Yr 485 Visa) | View → |
| Australian National University CRICOS: 00120C • Government | CANBERRA, ACT | 3 courses | Regional Campus (+1 Yr 485 Visa) | View → |
| Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology CRICOS: 00122A • Government | MELBOURNE, VIC | 2 courses | Major Metro | View → |
Accredited Course Offerings by Qualification Level
Distribution of accredited CRICOS programs mapped to Cyber Security Specialist / ICT Security.
Qualification
Graduate Certificate
24 courses
Qualification
Graduate Diploma
19 courses
Qualification
Masters Degree (Coursework)
18 courses
Qualification
Certificate IV
9 courses
Matching Accredited CRICOS Courses
Showing 25 coursesBrowse verified CRICOS courses that fulfill academic prerequisite requirements for Cyber Security Specialist / ICT Security.
| Course Name & Code | Institution & Campus | Level & Duration | Regional Bonus | Total Fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Graduate Diploma in Cyber Security CRICOS: 096094F | Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology MELBOURNE, VIC | Graduate Diploma 1 Year (52 wks) | Metro | $373 |
| 22603VIC Certificate IV in Cyber Security CRICOS: 119549H | St George & Sutherland Community College Incorporated Jannali, NSW | Non AQF Award 1 Year (52 wks) | Metro | $11,200 |
| Graduate Certificate in Cybersecurity CRICOS: 113868H | Australasian Academy of Higher Education West Melbourne, VIC | Graduate Certificate 26 Weeks | Metro | $11,870 |
| Graduate Certificate in Cybersecurity (Management) CRICOS: 113869G | Australasian Academy of Higher Education West Melbourne, VIC | Graduate Certificate 26 Weeks | Metro | $11,870 |
| Graduate Certificate in Cybersecurity (Systems) CRICOS: 113870C | Australasian Academy of Higher Education West Melbourne, VIC | Graduate Certificate 26 Weeks | Metro | $11,870 |
| Certificate IV in Cyber Security CRICOS: 102496M | Intech Institute of Technology Pty Ltd FOREST LAKE, QLD | Certificate IV 1.4 Years (75 wks) | Metro | $12,000 |
| Graduate Certificate in Cyber Security CRICOS: 119941M | International School of Global Leaders Pty Ltd Granville, NSW | Graduate Certificate 19 Weeks | Metro | $12,000 |
| Certificate IV in Cyber Security CRICOS: 117295H | Macquarie Education Group Australia Pty Ltd QUEEN VICTORIA BUILDING, NSW | Certificate IV 1 Year (52 wks) | +1-2 Yrs Visa | $12,300 |
| Certificate IV in Cyber Security CRICOS: 119398G | Holmesglen Institute HOLMESGLEN, VIC | Certificate IV 1 Year (52 wks) | Metro | $12,400 |
| Certificate IV in Cyber Security CRICOS: 111604D | Choice Academic College Pty Ltd Parramatta, NSW | Certificate IV 1 Year (52 wks) | Metro | $12,500 |
| Graduate Certificate in Police Leadership (Cybersecurity) CRICOS: 115129E | Global Leadership Institute Moorooka, QLD | Graduate Certificate 26 Weeks | Metro | $13,000 |
| Graduate Certificate in Cyber Security CRICOS: 105068G | Victoria University MELBOURNE, VIC | Graduate Certificate 26 Weeks | +1-2 Yrs Visa | $13,085 |
| Graduate Certificate of Information Technology (Cyber Security) CRICOS: 117599C | Australian School of Accounting Pty Ltd Sydney, NSW | Graduate Certificate 26 Weeks | Metro | $13,650 |
| Certificate IV in Cyber Security CRICOS: 117123F | Young Rabbit Pty Ltd SYDNEY, NSW | Certificate IV 1 Year (52 wks) | Metro | $13,800 |
| Advanced Diploma of Cyber Security CRICOS: 117124E | Young Rabbit Pty Ltd SYDNEY, NSW | Advanced Diploma 49 Weeks | Metro | $13,800 |
| Graduate Certificate in Leadership (Cybersecurity) CRICOS: 116523J | Global Leadership Institute Moorooka, QLD | Graduate Certificate 26 Weeks | Metro | $15,500 |
| Graduate Certificate in Cybersecurity CRICOS: 120769H | Global Leadership Institute Moorooka, QLD | Graduate Certificate 26 Weeks | Metro | $15,500 |
| Certificate IV in Cyber Security CRICOS: 113729H | TAFE SA ADELAIDE, SA | Certificate IV 1 Year (52 wks) | +1-2 Yrs Visa | $15,760 |
| 22610VIC Advanced Diploma of Cyber Security CRICOS: 119550D | St George & Sutherland Community College Incorporated Jannali, NSW | Non AQF Award 1.5 Years (78 wks) | Metro | $15,950 |
| Certificate IV in Cyber Security CRICOS: 116273M | Asset Training Australia Pty Ltd NORTH LAKES, QLD | Certificate IV 1 Year (52 wks) | Metro | $16,500 |
| Graduate Certificate in Cyber Security CRICOS: 117456GWork Placement Included | TAFE Queensland South Brisbane, QLD | Graduate Certificate 26 Weeks | Metro | $17,500 |
| Graduate Certificate in Cybersecurity CRICOS: 113713E | University of New England ARMIDALE, NSW | Graduate Certificate 26 Weeks | +1-2 Yrs Visa | $18,650 |
| Certificate IV in Cyber Security CRICOS: 112094B | TAFE Queensland South Brisbane, QLD | Certificate IV 51 Weeks | Metro | $18,800 |
| Graduate Certificate in Cyber Security CRICOS: 105066J | Victoria University MELBOURNE, VIC | Graduate Certificate 26 Weeks | +1-2 Yrs Visa | $19,100 |
| Undergraduate Certificate of Cybersecurity CRICOS: 109161M | Navitas Bundoora Pty Ltd BUNDOORA, VIC | Diploma 26 Weeks | Metro | $19,288 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. Degrees with substantial coursework in network security, cryptography, vulnerability analysis, and computer systems qualify for ACS assessment under ANZSCO 262112.