National Occupational Classification, TEER 0
NOC 20012: Computer and information systems managers
Computer and information systems managers plan, organize, direct, control and evaluate the activities of organizations that analyze, design, develop, implement, operate and administer computer and telecommunications software, networks and information systems. Below are the main duties, all 58 job titles it covers, what it means for Express Entry and what it pays in each province.
Updated
- Official NOC 2021 data
- Job Bank wages
What is NOC 20012?
NOC 20012 is the code for computer and information systems managers in the National Occupational Classification (NOC) 2021. Job titles in this group include business systems manager, cloud solutions architect manager, computer systems manager and data centre manager. It is a TEER 0 occupation (management occupations), so it counts as skilled work for the Federal Skilled Worker Program and the Canadian Experience Class. The Job Bank median wage across Canada is $66.67 an hour.
- NOC code
- 20012
- TEER
- 0: Management
- Broad category
- Natural and applied sciences and related occupations
- Express Entry
- Skilled (TEER 0 to 3)
- Category draws
- None
- Median wage
- $66.67 an hour
Job titles under NOC 20012
Computer and information systems managers plan, organize, direct, control and evaluate the activities of organizations that analyze, design, develop, implement, operate and administer computer and telecommunications software, networks and information systems. They are employed throughout the public and private sectors.
Main job titles
- business systems manager
- cloud solutions architect manager
- computer systems manager
- data centre manager
- data processing and systems analysis manager
- data processing director
- director of software engineering
- electronic data processing (EDP) manager
- enterprise resource planning (ERP) manager
- information systems manager
- management information system (MIS) manager
- software development manager
- software engineering manager
- systems development manager
- technical delivery manager - information technology (IT)
- technical program manager - information technology (IT)
All 58 job titles in the NOC index
application development director - information technology (IT), business systems manager, cloud architect manager, cloud engineering manager, cloud operations manager, cloud services manager, cloud solutions architect manager, communication systems design manager, computer and related services manager, computer application development manager, computer applications manager, computer department coordinator, computer development division head, computer facility manager, computer legacy systems manager, computer manager, computer networks manager, computer programs manager, computer software design manager, computer system operations manager, computer systems development manager, computer systems integration manager, computer systems manager, computerized information systems manager, computerized technical information manager, cybersecurity manager, data analytics manager, data centre manager, data processing and systems analysis manager, data processing director, data processing manager, data processing planning manager, director of data science, director of software engineering, director of technology management, electronic data processing (EDP) manager, enterprise resource planning (ERP) manager, help desk manager - information technology (IT), information systems development director, information systems manager, information systems operations director, information technology (IT) development manager, information technology (IT) director, information technology (IT) implementation manager, information technology (IT) Infrastructure engineering manager, information technology (IT) integration manager, information technology (IT) service delivery manager, Internet systems administrator, management information system (MIS) manager, network design manager, software development manager, software engineering manager, software quality assurance director, systems development manager, systems implementation manager - computer systems, technical delivery manager - information technology (IT), technical program manager - information technology (IT), test engineering manager - software.
Main duties of NOC 20012
This group performs some or all of the following duties:
- Plan, organize, direct, control and evaluate the operations of information systems and electronic data processing (EDP) departments and companies
- Develop and implement policies and procedures for electronic data processing and computer systems development and operations
- Meet with clients to discuss system requirements, specifications, costs and timelines
- Assemble and manage teams of information systems personnel to design, develop, implement, operate and administer computer and telecommunications software, networks and information systems
- Control the budget and expenditures of the department, company or project
- Recruit and supervise computer analysts, engineers, programmers, technicians and other personnel and oversee their professional development and training.
Employment requirements
- A bachelor's or master's degree in computer science, business administration, commerce or engineering is usually required.
- Several years of experience in systems analysis, data administration, software engineering, network design or computer programming, including supervisory experience, are required.
Is NOC 20012 eligible for Express Entry?
Yes for the programs that need skilled work: TEER 0 is in the TEER 0 to 3 range IRCC accepts.
| Program or draw | NOC 20012 |
|---|---|
| Federal Skilled Worker Program | Counts as skilled work (TEER 0 to 3) |
| Canadian Experience Class | Counts as skilled work (TEER 0 to 3) |
| Federal Skilled Trades Program | Not a listed trade |
| Occupation category draws (2026) | Not on any occupation list |
| French-language proficiency (category draw) | Open to any occupation with NCLC 7 in French |
Read how TEER categories work and the full list of NOC codes in each 2026 category draw. Category draws also need at least 12 months of full-time work (or the same amount part-time) in one listed occupation within the past 3 years.
How much does NOC 20012 pay?
Job Bank wages for this occupation, per hour. Low and high are, in most cases, the 10th and 90th percentiles, so 8 in 10 workers earn somewhere between them.
| Area | Low | Median | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| Canada | $43.75 | $66.67 | $103.37 |
| Newfoundland and Labrador | $41.83 | $54.50 | $88.94 |
| Prince Edward Island | $19.94 | $58.97 | $87.18 |
| Nova Scotia | $46.15 | $58.97 | $96.15 |
| New Brunswick | $33.33 | $56.61 | $94.02 |
| Quebec | $45.67 | $67.55 | $103.84 |
| Ontario | $45.07 | $66.67 | $107.69 |
| Manitoba | $41.83 | $58.65 | $87.82 |
| Saskatchewan | $40.00 | $61.54 | $79.33 |
| Alberta | $44.23 | $67.31 | $96.15 |
| British Columbia | $40.87 | $63.16 | $100.96 |
| Yukon | $45.60 | $65.68 | $91.93 |
| Nunavut | $54.64 | $75.43 | $104.47 |
Source: Job Bank, Employment and Social Development Canada (Job Bank 2025 wages, revised November 19, 2025), data from 2023-2024 (Labour Force Survey). Wages for job offers in LMIA and provincial programs are compared with these figures, so check the current numbers on Job Bank before you rely on them.
Using NOC 20012 duties on your resume
Canadian resumes do not list NOC codes. Employers read your job titles, what you did and what came of it. The NOC duties are still a useful checklist: if you did these tasks, say so in your own words and add the numbers that prove it.
For Express Entry, the reference letter from your employer should describe the duties you really performed, in line with this lead statement and most of the main duties, without copying the NOC text word for word. The free reference letter generator checks your duties against NOC 20012 as you write.
- Start each bullet with a strong verb and end it with a result: how many, how often, how fast.
- Use the job title your employer used, even if the NOC title is different.
- Keep immigration details such as your NOC code and permit type off the resume.
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Where this information comes from
Occupation codes, titles and descriptions are adapted from Statistics Canada, National Occupational Classification (NOC) 2021 Version 1.0. This does not constitute an endorsement by Statistics Canada of this product.
Wages come from Job Bank, Employment and Social Development Canada (Job Bank 2025 wages, revised November 19, 2025). Contains information licensed under the Open Government Licence – Canada.
Express Entry rules come from Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC): the program pages for the Federal Skilled Worker Program, the Canadian Experience Class and the Federal Skilled Trades Program, and the category-based selection page as modified on June 22, 2026.
Frequently asked questions
What is the NOC code for a business systems manager?
NOC 20012, Computer and information systems managers, a TEER 0 occupation in NOC 2021.
What TEER is NOC 20012?
TEER 0. Management occupations. The TEER is the second digit of the code. See all TEER categories.
Is NOC 20012 eligible for Express Entry?
Yes. As a TEER 0 occupation it counts as skilled work for the Federal Skilled Worker Program and the Canadian Experience Class. You still have to meet every other requirement, and your duties must match the NOC description.
Is NOC 20012 in an Express Entry category-based draw?
No. It is not on any 2026 occupation list. The French-language proficiency category is open to any occupation if you reach NCLC 7 in French. See every category.
How much does NOC 20012 pay in Canada?
The Job Bank median across Canada is $66.67 an hour, with most wages between $43.75 and $103.37. Pay varies by province: see the table above.
Where is the official description?
On the Statistics Canada and ESDC NOC site: search 20012 in NOC 2021 Version 1.0. This page shows the same text, from the open data Statistics Canada publishes.
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