Cyber Security Architect — Subclass 482 Pathway
Skills in Demand visa · 1-4 years (Specialist Skills, Core Skills, or Essential Skills stream)
At a glance
- Visa
- Subclass 482 — Skills in Demand visa
- Points test
- Not points-tested
- Sponsor
- Employer sponsor required
- Eligibility list
- MLTSSLSTSOLROLCSOL
- Base fee
- from $1,455 short-term / from $3,035 medium-term (check immi.gov.au for current fee)
- Processing time
- ~1-4 months (median)
Skills assessment for this occupation
Assessing Cyber Security Architect for migration purposes is handled by: ACS.
Skills assessment is only required for some occupation/passport combinations — the assessing body is the same one listed for the ANZSCO code.
Cyber Security Architect × Subclass 482 — pathway overview
Cyber Security Architects (ANZSCO 262117) are eligible for the Subclass 482 Skills in Demand visa, with this occupation listed on the Combined Skilled Occupation List (CSOL). The 482 visa allows approved Australian employers to sponsor skilled overseas ICT professionals to fill genuine vacancies that cannot be sourced domestically, typically for periods of up to four years depending on the occupation list and stream. The sponsoring employer must hold Standard Business Sponsorship and nominate a specific position, paying at least the Temporary Skilled Migration Income Threshold. Labour market testing must be completed prior to nomination to confirm Australian workers were not available. The Skilling Australians Fund levy is payable by the employer at nomination. Applicants must have a minimum of two years of relevant professional experience and hold a positive skills assessment from the Australian Computer Society (ACS). ACS assesses ICT qualifications and experience against Australian industry standards. English language requirements apply. Nomination and visa application fees are payable to the Department of Home Affairs. For advice tailored to your individual circumstances, always consult a registered MARA migration agent.
Content last generated: 2026-06-26
Key requirements
High-level criteria for Subclass 482. Verify every requirement on immi.gov.au before applying.
- Nominated by an approved Australian sponsor
- Position pays at least the relevant Core Skills Income Threshold
- At least one year of relevant work experience in the nominated occupation
- Positive skills assessment if required for the occupation/passport combination
- Vocational English (IELTS 5.0 in each component or equivalent)
- Health and character requirements
Other visa pathways for Cyber Security Architect
State nominations for Cyber Security Architect
States currently nominating this occupation — see the dedicated pages for state-specific criteria.