Occupation

113131 Chief Information Officer

Latest release
Consultation draft: Australian and New Zealand Standard Classification of Occupations (ANZSCO)
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Reference period
July 2024
Released
25/07/2024
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113131 Chief Information Officer

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 Security Officers are excluded from this occupation. Chief Information Security Officers are included in Occupation 113132 Chief Information Security Officer.

Alternative title

  • Chief Technology Officer

ANZSCO skill level

This occupation has a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

Australia

  • Skill Level 1: Bachelor Degree, higher qualification, or at least five years of relevant experience

New Zealand

  • Skill Level 1: Bachelor Degree, higher qualification, or at least five years of relevant experience

Main tasks

  • Analyses information needs and specifies technology to meet those needs
  • Formulates and directs ICT strategies, and aligns ICT strategies with business objectives
  • Oversees ICT infrastructure, ensuring optimal performance and security
  • Assesses suitability of current ICT and data systems and processes, and oversees upgrades and maintenance
  • Evaluates and manages risks related to ICT infrastructure, data security, and other related areas
  • Establishes business continuity and disaster recovery plans to minimise the impact and duration of disruptions to operations and ICT resources