Learn about the ten new IT jobs that ACS has added, including cyber security positions. Find out about the 2025 evaluations’ important dates and revised paths.
With a projected need of 1.3 million specialists by 2030, Australia’s demand for highly qualified technology workers is only expected to increase. The Australian Computer Society (ACS) has greatly broadened the scope of its assessments in accordance with this goal, taking into account revisions from the Department of Home Affairs’ Core Skills Occupations List (CSOL) and Skills in Demand visa.
Important Developments in New Careers
There are now 35 assessable vocations, up from 25 ANZSCO categories, according to ACS. Ten new positions have been added, with a primary focus on the developing fields of data analysis and cyber security. The following professions have been added:
– 224114 Analyst of Data
– Data Scientist (224115)
– 261315 Engineer in Cybersecurity
– 261316 Engineer in DevOps
– Penetration Tester 261317
– 262114 Specialist in Cyber Governance, Risk, and Compliance
– 262115 Expert in Cybersecurity Guidance and Evaluation
– 262116 Analyst for Cybersecurity
– 262117 Architect for Cybersecurity
– 262118 Coordinator of Cyber Security Operations
In support of Australia’s vital skills demands and technology improvements, this represents the most significant upgrade to ACS’s assessment scope in more than ten year
Getting Ready for New Routes
ACS is actively modernizing its systems and procedures to assist applicants and agents as these changes go into effect in December. Important updates consist of:
Go-Live Date: On Wednesday, January 15, 2025, the website and assessment portal improvements are scheduled to go live.
Assessment Pathways: Candidates may continue to use the Post-Australian Studies (PAS), General Skills, and Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) pathways.
Optional Certifications: In certain specialized domains, optional vendor certifications (such as in DevOps or cyber security) will be taken into consideration in order to improve evaluations.
Chances to Remain Current
ACS is making a number of materials available to help agents and applicants:
ACS MSA Info Hub: New material will be accessible starting in January 2025.
Live Q&A Webinars: On February 5, 2025, the well-liked “Find Your Path to Migration” series will start up again.
Updates on the Holiday Schedule and Processing
On Friday, December 20, 2024, at noon AEDT, ACS offices will close. They will reopen on Monday, January 6, 2025. In the upcoming year, applicants may expect longer processing times—possibly up to four weeks longer.
ACS is appreciative of the community’s ongoing cooperation and assistance. I hope that everyone has a happy holiday season and a successful new year.