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OSCA 2024 · 272133 · Skill level 1

Network Architect: OSCA 272133

ABS OSCA 2024 v1.0 · visa lists checked 21 October 2026

Network Architect is OSCA 2024 code 272133. It corresponds to ANZSCO 263113 Network Analyst (in part), which is on the CSOL and STSOL. Visa lists still use the ANZSCO code.

ANZSCO equivalent

ANZSCO code for OSCA 272133

Skilled visa lists still use ANZSCO codes, so this is the code that decides your visa options.

  • ANZSCO 263113 · in part

    Network Analyst

    On the Core Skills Occupation List, Short-term Skilled Occupation List.

    Visas for ANZSCO 263113

The job

What a network architect does

Designs, plans, implements and optimises network infrastructure. Develops and maintains network-related documentation, collaborates with clients to create network designs, evaluates network hardware and software for selection, and drives automation of network processes. May also engage in resolution of critical network incidents.

Skill level 1: Bachelor degree or higher, or at least 5 years of relevant experience

Also known as

  • Network Designer

Main tasks

Main tasks

  • Designs, plans, implements and optimises network architecture and infrastructure to align with business requirements and to meet specified operational parameters for capacity and performance
  • Designs, reviews and implements network access and security technologies
  • Considers network-related risks and specifies recovery routines and contingency procedures
  • Develops and maintains network documentation, including network diagrams and capabilities
  • Collaborates with clients to create network designs and test plans
  • Evaluates and selects network hardware and software
  • Drives automation of network-related processes
  • May resolve critical network incidents

Unit group 2721

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Questions

OSCA 272133: common questions

What is the OSCA code for network architect?
The OSCA 2024 code is 272133 (Network Architect), skill level 1. OSCA is the Australian Bureau of Statistics occupation classification released on 6 December 2024.
What is the ANZSCO code for OSCA 272133?
ANZSCO 263113 Network Analyst (in part). "In part" means only some of that ANZSCO occupation moved to this OSCA code.
Is Network Architect on Australia's skilled occupation lists?
The lists use ANZSCO codes. ANZSCO 263113 Network Analyst is on the Core Skills Occupation List (CSOL) and Short-term Skilled Occupation List (STSOL), according to the Home Affairs list checked on 21 October 2026.
Does Home Affairs use OSCA codes for visas?
Not yet. As of 21 October 2026, skilled occupation lists, skills assessments and visa applications still use ANZSCO codes.

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Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, OSCA 2024 v1.0 (CC BY 4.0); Department of Home Affairs, checked 21 October 2026. General information only, not immigration advice.

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