ICT Architect

An ICT Architect designs and oversees the implementation of complex information and communication technology systems within an organisation. You might work in corporate environments, government agencies, or IT consulting firms. ICT Architects focus on creating scalable, secure, and efficient systems that meet business needs. You’ll develop architecture plans, assess technology options, and guide the integration of new solutions.

ICT Architects play a vital role in shaping an organisation’s technology landscape. You’ll need strong technical expertise, analytical skills, and the ability to communicate effectively with stakeholders. You’ll liaise with executives, IT teams, and vendors to ensure that the ICT infrastructure supports the organisation’s objectives and remains adaptable to future needs.

Future demand High
Average yearly income $73,840
Skill level Advanced

How do I become a ict architect?

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ICT50220

Diploma of Information Technology
On Campus, Online
18 months
$5,928 - $8,940
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Systems Engineer Systems Analyst Network Administrator
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  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
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Systems Engineer Systems Analyst Network Administrator Java Developer Analyst Programmer Javascript Developer ICT Support Engineer Programmer Systems Tester ICT Project Manager Computer Technician Network Technician Junior Website Designer Cloud Support Technician E-Commerce Developer Data Miner Digital Project Manager Blockchain Engineer Network Specialist Salesforce Developer Intelligence Officer Chief Innovation Officer Data Analytics Consultant IoT Engineer Cyber Security Engineer Data Consultant IT Auditor Automated Tester Head of Digital Strategy Transformation Digital Business Analyst E-Commerce Manager IT Manager Software Tester E-learning Developer Drone Operator Data Architect Computer Engineer Chief Technology Officer (CTO) Technical Architect Systems Consultant Solutions Designer Functional Analyst Business Intelligence Developer Solutions Analyst Systems Architect Integration Analyst Integration Developer Network Architect Cloud Architect Mobile Application Developer Sitecore Developer Salesforce Administrator Solutions Consultant Enterprise Architect Database Developer Solutions Architect Test Analyst Technical Business Analyst Technical Lead Technical Consultant Test Engineer Integration Engineer Cybercrime Investigator Digital Producer Multimedia Artist 3D Printing Technician Applications Engineer Information Architect .NET Developer Systems Designer Robotics Technician Information Designer Meteorologist IT Specialist Photogrammetrist Software Designer Cyber Defender Cyber Security Architect AI Specialist UX Developer Computer Systems Engineer Data Modeller Senior Business Analyst AI Consultant Computer Architect Creative Technologist Visual Effects Artist Software Development Manager Enterprise Solutions Architect Developer Programmer ICT Architect Master Data Analyst Database Designer Chief Information Officer Research and Development Manager Algorithm Engineer Python Developer Computational Biologist IT Operations Manager Analytics Manager + 97 more
ICT40120

Certificate IV in Information Technology (Networking)
Blended, On Campus, Online
12 - 18 months
$4,400 - $5,299
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Network Administrator Systems Administrator IT Support Officer
Network Technician Computer Technician Junior Website Designer Cloud Support Technician Javascript Developer E-Commerce Developer Data Miner Blockchain Engineer IT Technician Network Specialist ICT Support Engineer IoT Engineer Cyber Security Engineer Senior Systems Engineer Software Tester Drone Operator Data Architect Computer Engineer Technical Architect Systems Consultant Solutions Designer Business Intelligence Developer Systems Architect Network Architect Database Developer Test Analyst Test Engineer Integration Engineer 3D Printing Technician Network Manager Network Designer Cyber Defender Cyber Security Architect Network Analyst Computer Systems Engineer Data Modeller Developer Programmer ICT Architect Fibre Optic Splicer Python Developer IT Operations Manager
+ 41 more

Master of Information Technology
Blended, On Campus, Online
18 - 24 months
$0 - $71,136
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Algorithm Engineer Developer Programmer Enterprise Solutions Architect
ICT Architect Master Data Analyst Python Developer Infrastructure Architect Integration Engineer Devops Engineer Information Architect Computer Architect
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Master of Information and Communications Technology
Blended, On Campus
24 months
$47,196 - $71,104
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Software Developer ICT Architect ICT Security Specialist
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Software Developer ICT Architect ICT Security Specialist
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Further reading

How to get started in Information and Communications Technology (ICT)

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Career Spotlight: Computer Network Professionals

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What can you do with a Certificate III in Information, Digital Media and Technology

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