ICT · ANZSCO 262112
Cyber Security Specialist immigration to Australia & Canada
Cyber security specialists protect systems and data from threats. Rapidly growing demand across Australia and Canada; ACS assessment for ICT roles.
Australia pathway
Skilled migration (189 / 190 / 491)
ACS assesses ICT Security Specialist (ANZSCO 262112) with the standard qualification-based deduction. A positive skills assessment is required before an Expression of Interest. Points cover age, English, education, and experience; state nomination (190) or regional (491) can add points.
Canada pathway
Express Entry & 2026 category draws
2026 category: STEM occupations
Within the renewed STEM category. Cyber roles are also frequently nominated by states and territories, so run both routes in parallel. You will need an Educational Credential Assessment (ECA) and qualifying language scores. We help optimise your CRS and prepare a document-ready profile.
Why Cyber Security Specialist applications most often stall
Certifications carry weight with employers but not with ACS — they do not offset the experience deduction. Evidence must be employment references describing security duties, not CISSP or CEH certificates.
Based on files ImmiPace has reviewed. Last reviewed 2026-08-29.
Cyber Security Specialist migration — common questions
Is Cyber Security Specialist eligible for Australian skilled migration?
Cyber Security Specialist is assessed by Australian Computer Society (ACS) for Australian skilled visas (subclass 189 Skilled Independent, 190 State Nominated, and 491 Regional). ACS assesses ICT Security Specialist (ANZSCO 262112) with the standard qualification-based deduction. Occupation lists and state nomination criteria change, so always confirm current eligibility with the Department of Home Affairs and the relevant assessing authority.
Which Canada Express Entry category does a Cyber Security Specialist fall under in 2026?
Cyber Security Specialist generally falls under STEM occupations. Within the renewed STEM category. Cyber roles are also frequently nominated by states and territories, so run both routes in parallel. For renewed categories IRCC requires at least one year of experience in an eligible occupation. Category eligibility can matter more than raising your CRS score, because category rounds frequently invite below the general cut-off.
Why do Cyber Security Specialist skilled migration applications get refused or delayed?
Certifications carry weight with employers but not with ACS — they do not offset the experience deduction. Evidence must be employment references describing security duties, not CISSP or CEH certificates.
What documents does a Cyber Security Specialist need for a skills assessment?
Typically: degree certificates and transcripts, detailed employment reference letters matching the duties of the nominated occupation, CV, English test results, and identity documents. ImmiPace reviews your documents and prepares a submission-ready file.