ANZSCO 262113- Systems Administrator
Description
The Systems Administrator are required to assist the multi-user computing environment and ensure that the performance of the support system and IT service is in a continuous flow. They manage the day to day activities of the system and provide the report to the higher authority in the organization or business regarding the functioning.
Skill Level
1
Alternative Titles
Systems Manager
Skill Assessment Authority
ACS (Australian Computer Society)
Occupations List
The occupation belongs under the following lists
- Combined Skilled Occupations List (STSOL MLTSSL)
- RSMS Occupations List (RSMSL)
- Medium Long Term Strategic Skills List (MLTSSL)
The occupation does not belong to the following list
- Labor Marketing Testing Required for 457 List (LMTL)
- Short-Term Skilled Occupation List (STSOL)
Visa Provision
Since the occupation belongs to STSOL, one can apply for the following visas
- Skilled Nominated 190
- Skilled Regional Nominated 489
Moreover, the clients can also apply for Visa under the GSM Program. This can help you move to Australia easily. The occupation belongs to STSOL, and thus the occupation may not always be available in the online assessment program. As a result, you should prefer seeking the employer sponsor to move to Australia.
Unit Group: 2621 Database and Systems Administrators and ICT Security Specialist
Description
The Security Systems Administrator in Australia need to keep a thorough check on the database of the system apart from developing and creating them. They also manage and maintain the operating systems, as per the policies and standards thereby ensuring that the system meets the need of standard system integrity, reliability and performance. They make sure to take the backup of data.
Tasks
- Maintaining and designing the database structure, data structure, dictionaries, tables, and naming all the sections accordingly to provide the accuracy of the sections
- Working with security vendors, service providers to ensure the proper installation and maintenance of the system security application and ensuring performance delivery and service level agreements
- Carrying out operational establishment and measures to ensure backup of the system, recovery and implying the security tools to prevent data loss
- Carrying out troubleshooting and offering assistance to prevent the damage of hardware and software thereby continuing to improve the communication infrastructure
- Analysing and accepting the process and operational management involved in system security and disaster recovery planning
- Developing and maintaining documents, instructions, policies and the system logs
Skill level
The occupation belongs to the following skills level
Bachelor degree or higher education
5 years of experience or relevant vendor certification program
Some firms even require job training certification
Occupations in this group
- 262111 Database Administrator
- 262112 ICT Security Specialist
- 262113 Systems Administrator
English Requirement
A minimum score is required in the following exams
- IELTS- 6 (L, R, W), 7 (speaking), 7 (overall)
- OET- B (all section)
- TOEFL iBT- L:12, R:13, W:21, S:23, L93
- PTE Academics- 50 (L, R, W), 65 (speaking), 65 (overall)
Exceptions
- Australian Graduate Exceptions can apply in some territories and states
- Priority Skilled Lists may be an essential requirement in many states or territories
- Candidates from countries like UK, US, Canada, New Zealand and Ireland do not need to produce IELTS or OET
- If registration or licensing is necessary to determine the minimum English result, the candidate must present IELTS equivalent or higher result.
Closely Related Core ICT Units
- Data Encryption
- Systems Administration
- Web Security
- Operating Systems- Unix, Linux, Network OS and Xenix
- Server related hardware and software
- Software Programming
- Backup and Recovery
- Database design
- Database Implementation
- Systems Management
- Systems Programming
Additional Closely Related ICT Units
- Data Structures
- Data Policy
- Critical Path Method
- Project Management
- Quality Management-Software Quality, Quality Assurance
- Computer Networks
- Client Server Technology
- Testing Strategies and Methods
- File Processing
- Distributed Systems
Description
| Major Group | 2 - Professionals |
| Sub-Major Group | 26 - ICT Professionals |
| Minor Group | 262 - Database and Systems Administrators and ICT Security Specialists |
| Unit Group | 2621 - Database and Systems Administrators and ICT Security Specialists |
Job Outlook
| Weekly Earnings | AUD 1932 |
| Work full-time hours | 91% |
| Growth expected in the next 5 years | Very Strong |
| Gender share | 16% Female, 84% Male |
| Average full-time | 41 Hours |
| Skill level rating | Very high skill |
| Average Age | Males: 40.0 |
| Females: 42.6 | |
| Persons: 40.4 | |
| Employed | 13000 |
Systems Administrator 262113
| National | NSW | VIC | QLD | SA | WA | TAS | NT | ACT | Future Demand |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NS | NS | NS | NS | NS | NS | NS | NS | NS | Above Economy-Wide Average |
Occupation List Information
| Occupation on the Skill list | Occupation not on the Skill List |
|---|---|
| Combined Skilled Occupations List (STSOL MLTSSL) | Labor Market Testing Required for 457 List (LMTL) |
| Short-Term Skilled Occupation List (STSOL) | Medium Long Term Strategic Skills List (MLTSSL) |
| Labor Market Testing Required for 457 List (LMTL) |
Visa Provision
| ANZSCO | OCCUPATION | SKILLS ASSESSMENT | 189 | 190 | 485 | 491 (STATE) | 491 (FAMILY) | 186 (DIRECT) | 407 (TRAINING) | 494 (REGIONAL SPONSORED) | 482 (TSS MEDIUM TERM) |
| 262112 | Systems Administrator | ACS |
English Requirement
| English Language Test | Minimum Score |
|---|---|
| International English Language Testing System (IELTS) | Minimum Score of 6 (Learning, Reading, Writing), 7 in Speaking and 7 Overall |
| Occupational English Test (OET) | OET result with a Minimum Grade B in all sections |
| Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) | Minimum Score (Learning: 12, Reading: 13, Writing: 21, Speaking: 23 and Overall 93) |
| Pearson Test of English (PTE) Academic | Minimum Score of 50 (Learning, Reading, Writing), 65 in Speaking and 65 Overall |
Frequently Asked Questions
A Systems Administrator instals, configures, and maintains computer hardware, software, networks, and server systems. They also monitor system performance, troubleshoot issues, manage security, and collaborate with other IT staff to implement technology solutions.
A bachelor's degree in computer science or a related field is typically needed for a Systems Administrator role. Relevant certifications, such as CompTIA A+, Network+, and Security+, are also beneficial.
Scripting languages such as PowerShell, Python, and Bash are important for automating routine tasks and performing system administration tasks more efficiently.
TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, and FTP are common network protocols that Systems Administrators use.
Virtualization creates virtual instances of operating systems, applications, and resources, which can help increase efficiency, reduce hardware costs, and simplify system management.
Systems Administrators usually use a range of devices, such as monitoring software, backup and recovery solutions, virtualization software, and scripting languages to manage and maintain systems.
Common challenges include dealing with system failures, managing security and compliance, and keeping up with emerging.
Contact Number
Email Address
Our Location
Level 2/140 Creek Street, Brisbane, QLD, Australia 4000