261317: Penetration Tester

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Skills assessment

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ANZSCO Identity

ANZSCO code

261317

Skill level

Level 1

Unit group

2613

Software and Applications Programmers

Skills assessor

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ANZSCO 261317 identifies Penetration Tester as a Skill Level 1 occupation in the Software and Applications Programmers unit group (2613), classified under ICT Professionals. Creates test cases using in-depth technical analysis of risks and typical vulnerabilities and produces test scripts, materials and packs to test new and existing software or services, plans, coordinates and conducts cyber threat emulation activities in support of certification, accreditation, and operational priorities to verify deficiencies in technical security controls. It may also be known as Ethical Hacker, ICT Vulnerability Tester, White Hat.

Migration snapshot

Labour marketPenetration Tester is not in shortage in Australia.

Visa pathways6 pathways are available for this occupation, including employer sponsored and General Skilled Migration options.

Occupation listsListed on the Core Skills Occupation List (CSOL), influencing which skilled migration visas it is eligible for.

AgreementsAccessible via the On-hire Industry Labour Agreement (ILA) and a Designated Area Migration Agreement (DAMA).

Workforce snapshot

Based on ABS data, workers in the Software and Applications Programmers unit group earn an average of $2,610 per week — above the national average of $1,436 per week. Female workers average $2,432 per week and male workers average $2,653 per week. The average age of workers in this group is 39.9 years, broadly in line with the national workforce average of 41 years.

Avg. weekly earnings

$2,610

↑ 82% above national avg

Female avg.

$2,432

↑ 69% above national avg

Male avg.

$2,653

↑ 85% above national avg

Average age

39.9 yrs

↓ younger than national avg

Bar scale to $3,000/wk · Marker line = $1,436 national average

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