20012

Computer and information systems managers

TEER 0 — Management occupations

Express Entry skill level: Yes
Regulated in Québec: No
In demand in Manitoba: Yes

Classification

Natural & applied sciences

2 › 20 › 200 › 2001

Definition

Computer and information systems managers plan, organize, direct, control and evaluate the activities of organizations that analyze, design, develop, implement, operate and administer computer and telecommunications software, networks and information systems. They are employed throughout the public and private sectors.

Main duties

This group performs some or all of the following duties:
Plan, organize, direct, control and evaluate the operations of information systems and electronic data processing (EDP) departments and companies
Develop and implement policies and procedures for electronic data processing and computer systems development and operations
Meet with clients to discuss system requirements, specifications, costs and timelines
Assemble and manage teams of information systems personnel to design, develop, implement, operate and administer computer and telecommunications software, networks and information systems
Control the budget and expenditures of the department, company or project
Recruit and supervise computer analysts, engineers, programmers, technicians and other personnel and oversee their professional development and training.

Example job titles

•business systems manager
•cloud solutions architect manager
•computer systems manager
•data centre manager
•data processing and systems analysis manager
•data processing director
•director of software engineering
•electronic data processing (EDP) manager

Overview

NOC 20012, classified under the National Occupational Classification (NOC) 2021, governs Computer and information systems managers in Canada. This high-demand occupation falls under TEER Category 0, representing management roles. Professionals in this group plan, organize, direct, control, and evaluate the operations of organizations that analyze, design, develop, implement, operate, and administer computer and telecommunications software, networks, and information systems. They are employed across various industries in both the public and private sectors, holding titles such as IT director, software development manager, and systems development manager.

To qualify under NOC 20012, candidates typically require a bachelor's or master's degree in computer science, business administration, engineering, or a related discipline, along with several years of experience in systems analysis, data administration, software engineering, network design, or computer programming. Because TEER 0 occupations are highly valued in Canada's immigration system, eligible candidates can pursue permanent residency through the federal Express Entry system, specifically the Federal Skilled Worker Program (FSWP) and the Canadian Experience Class (CEC), as well as various Provincial Nominee Programs (PNPs).

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Occupation data: Statistics Canada / ESDC — National Occupational Classification (NOC) 2021.