IT Networks and System Administration

Browse careers that are in demand now and meet Australia’s future workforce needs.

Help Desk Support

Help Desk Support Technicians provide technical support for hardware and software, troubleshoot issues, and assist users via various communication channels.

Avg yearly income $52,000
Skill level Beginner

Service Desk Analyst

Service Desk Analysts troubleshoot software and hardware issues, providing technical support via phone, chat, and email for various organisations.

Avg yearly income $67,600
Skill level Unknown

Systems Administrator

System Administrators manage daily operations of computer networks, configuring and maintaining systems, training users, and troubleshooting issues.

Avg yearly income $117,000
Skill level Unknown

Network Administrator

Network Administrators install, manage, and upgrade networks, troubleshoot issues, set up users, and maintain system security and passwords.

Avg yearly income $104,000
Skill level Advanced

Network Technician

A Network Technician maintains and troubleshoots computer networks, ensuring operational efficiency by monitoring performance and configuring hardware.

Avg yearly income $79,976
Skill level Unknown

Network Engineer

A Network Engineer installs, repairs, and optimises systems, using technical and problem-solving skills to manage and improve networks.

Avg yearly income $124,800
Skill level Unknown

Systems Engineer

Systems Engineers design and update networked computer systems, ensuring alignment with organisational needs while monitoring performance and security.

Avg yearly income $106,600
Skill level Advanced

ICT Architect

An ICT Architect designs and implements complex ICT systems, ensuring they meet business needs and remain adaptable for future demands.

Avg yearly income $73,840
Skill level Unknown

Cyber Security Specialist

Cyber Security Specialists manage ICT security, prevent unauthorised access, handle outages, and assess risks, with backup and data recovery strategies in place.

Avg yearly income $125,008
Skill level Advanced

Technical Project Manager

A Technical Project Manager oversees electrotechnology projects, ensuring resources, budgets, and timelines are managed effectively.

Avg yearly income $179,920
Skill level Unknown

Computer Engineer

A Computer Engineer designs IT systems and applications, collaborates with stakeholders, tests software, and adapts solutions to meet user needs.

Avg yearly income $85,800
Skill level Unknown

Network Architect

A Network Architect designs, maintains, and improves IT networks, solves issues, and leads teams, ensuring effective operations and clear communication.

Avg yearly income $166,400
Skill level Unknown

Chief Information Security Officer (CISO)

Chief Information Security Officers lead teams to ensure network and data security, develop preventative strategies, and manage recovery and disaster planning.

Avg yearly income $353,600
Skill level Unknown

Chief Technology Officer (CTO)

A Chief Technology Officer oversees a company’s technology strategy, manages resources, plans future needs, and establishes tech policies.

Avg yearly income $249,600
Skill level Unknown
Source: Jobs and Skills Australia

Courses in it networks and system administration

All skill levels Beginner Experienced
ICT30120

Certificate III in Information Technology
On Campus, Online
6 - 12 months
$2,880 - $7,277
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Help Desk Support Data Entry Operator IT Support Officer
Computer Technician Service Desk Analyst
+ 2 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Help Desk Support Data Entry Operator IT Support Officer Computer Technician Service Desk Analyst + 2 more
ICT40120

Certificate IV in Information Technology (Networking)
Blended, On Campus, Online
12 - 18 months
$1,500 - $5,299
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Network Administrator Systems Administrator IT Support Officer
Network Technician
+ 1 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Network Administrator Systems Administrator IT Support Officer Network Technician + 1 more
ICT40120

Certificate IV in Information Technology
Online
18 months
$5,184
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Computer Technician Service Desk Analyst Systems Tester
IT Support Officer Network Technician Junior Programmer Junior Web Developer
+ 4 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Computer Technician Service Desk Analyst Systems Tester IT Support Officer Network Technician Junior Programmer Junior Web Developer + 4 more
ICT60220

Advanced Diploma of Information Technology (Telecommunications Network Engineering)
Blended
24 months
$18,000
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Network Engineer Telecommunications Engineer
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Network Engineer Telecommunications Engineer
ICT40120

Certificate IV in Information Technology (Systems Administration Support)
Online
12 - 18 months
$1,500 - $5,299
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Network Administrator Systems Administrator Cloud Support Technician
IT Technician
+ 1 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Network Administrator Systems Administrator Cloud Support Technician IT Technician + 1 more
ICT30120

Certificate III in Information Technology (Programming)
Online
12 months
$4,352
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Help Desk Support Computer Technician IT Support Officer
Service Desk Analyst
+ 1 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Help Desk Support Computer Technician IT Support Officer Service Desk Analyst + 1 more
22603VIC

Certificate IV in Cyber Security
Online
16 months
$2,495
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Cyber Security Specialist
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Cyber Security Specialist

Bachelor of Science (Electrical Engineering)
On Campus, Online
36 months
$37,908
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Electrical Engineer Renewable Energy Engineer Systems Engineer
Manufacturing Engineer Project Manager Lighting Engineer Power Systems Engineer
+ 4 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Electrical Engineer Renewable Energy Engineer Systems Engineer Manufacturing Engineer Project Manager Lighting Engineer Power Systems Engineer + 4 more
ICT50220

Diploma of Information Technology
Online
18 months
$5,928
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Systems Engineer Systems Analyst Network Administrator
PHP Developer Java Developer Analyst Programmer Javascript Developer ICT Support Engineer Programmer Systems Tester ICT Project Manager
+ 8 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Systems Engineer Systems Analyst Network Administrator PHP Developer Java Developer Analyst Programmer Javascript Developer ICT Support Engineer Programmer Systems Tester ICT Project Manager + 8 more
ICT50220

Diploma of Information Technology (Cyber Security)
Online
18 months
$5,999
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Cyber Security Analyst Network Technician
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Cyber Security Analyst Network Technician
ICT50220

Diploma of Information Technology (Advanced Networking)
Online
18 months
$5,999
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Cyber Security Specialist Network Administrator
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Cyber Security Specialist Network Administrator
ICTSS00109

Entry to Tech Skill Set
Online
6 months
$1,800
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Help Desk Support
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Help Desk Support
ICT30120

Certificate III in Information Technology (Web Development)
Online
12 months
$4,352
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Junior Web Developer Help Desk Support IT Support Officer
Service Desk Analyst Digital Marketing Assistant Junior Website Designer
+ 3 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Junior Web Developer Help Desk Support IT Support Officer Service Desk Analyst Digital Marketing Assistant Junior Website Designer + 3 more
ICT30120

Certificate III in Information Technology (Basic Cloud Computing)
Online
12 months
$4,352
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Help Desk Support Service Desk Analyst IT Support Officer
Computer Technician
+ 1 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Help Desk Support Service Desk Analyst IT Support Officer Computer Technician + 1 more
ICT30120

Certificate III in Information Technology (Basic Cyber Security Awareness)
Online
12 months
$0 - $4,499
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Help Desk Support Service Desk Analyst Computer Technician
IT Support Officer
+ 1 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Help Desk Support Service Desk Analyst Computer Technician IT Support Officer + 1 more

Master of Engineering (Electrical Systems)
On Campus, Online
24 months
$25,440
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Electrical Engineer Manufacturing Engineer Systems Engineer
Renewable Energy Engineer Chief Engineer Project Manager
+ 3 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Electrical Engineer Manufacturing Engineer Systems Engineer Renewable Energy Engineer Chief Engineer Project Manager + 3 more
ICT40120

Certificate IV in Information Technology (Cloud Computing)
Online
15 months
$5,299
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Service Desk Analyst Cloud Support Technician Systems Administrator
Systems Tester IT Support Officer Network Technician
+ 3 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Service Desk Analyst Cloud Support Technician Systems Administrator Systems Tester IT Support Officer Network Technician + 3 more

Cyber Security Governance, Risk and Compliance Certified Professional Course
Online
4 months
$5,999
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
IT Risk Manager IT Auditor Compliance Analyst
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
IT Risk Manager IT Auditor Compliance Analyst
ICT60220

Advanced Diploma of Information Technology
Blended, On Campus, Online, Traineeship
4 - 24 months
$0 - $28,000
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) IT Risk Manager Data Engineer
Senior Systems Engineer Systems Administrator IT Manager IT Project Manager IT Business Analyst Programmer Service Desk Analyst
+ 7 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) IT Risk Manager Data Engineer Senior Systems Engineer Systems Administrator IT Manager IT Project Manager IT Business Analyst Programmer Service Desk Analyst + 7 more
UEE60420

Advanced Diploma of Computer Systems Engineering
On Campus
24 months
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Network Engineer Technical Project Manager Computer Engineer
Systems Engineer
+ 1 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Network Engineer Technical Project Manager Computer Engineer Systems Engineer + 1 more
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