Information Technology (IT): ANZ Career Market Summary
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Information Technology (IT) salaries overview 2026:
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In Australia, entry-level IT roles such as IT Technician average $83,000 AUD, mid level roles roles such as Network Engineer will earn an average of $130,000 AUD and an advanced Cloud Architect role earns an average salary of $180,000 AUD.
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In New Zealand, entry-level IT roles such as IT Technician average $73,000 AUD, mid level roles roles such as Network Engineer will earn an average of $100,000 AUD and an advanced Cloud Architect role earns an average salary of $160,000 AUD.
The Australian IT market is projected to scale well past US$100 billion through the late 2020s
Source: Grand View Research
The New Zealand tech sector employs 119,000+ people
Source: Tech New Zealand
There are 5,200+ live information and Communication Technology (ICT) jobs listed in Australia
Source: Seek, 2026
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With the number of cyber attacks growing and becoming increasingly sophisticated, and developments in AI transforming the cloud computing landscape, the demand for certified IT professionals is at an all-time high.
Recent research from Deloitte and ACS (Australian Computer Society) revealed that 41% of business leaders view industry certificates as more effective indicators of tech worker performance than university degrees. This illustrates the power of vocational qualifications to help you stand out in the IT job market.
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