National Occupational Classification, TEER 1
NOC 21222: Information systems specialists
Information systems specialists analyze, test and assess systems requirements, develop and implement information systems development plans, policies and procedures, and provide advice on a wide range of information systems issues. Below are the main duties, all 40 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 21222?
NOC 21222 is the code for information systems specialists in the National Occupational Classification (NOC) 2021. Job titles in this group include computer systems analyst, informatics consultant, information systems quality assurance (QA) analyst and information technology (IT) consultant. It is a TEER 1 occupation (usually a university degree), 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 $46.15 an hour.
- NOC code
- 21222
- TEER
- 1: University degree
- Broad category
- Natural and applied sciences and related occupations
- Express Entry
- Skilled (TEER 0 to 3)
- Category draws
- None
- Median wage
- $46.15 an hour
Job titles under NOC 21222
Information systems specialists analyze, test and assess systems requirements, develop and implement information systems development plans, policies and procedures, and provide advice on a wide range of information systems issues. They are employed in information technology consulting firms and in information technology units throughout the public and private sectors, or they may be self-employed.
Main job titles
- computer systems analyst
- informatics consultant
- information systems quality assurance (QA) analyst
- information technology (IT) consultant
- management information systems (MIS) analyst
- systems auditor
- systems consultant
All 40 job titles in the NOC index
applications analyst - computer systems, cloud service management specialist, computer analyst, computer consultant, computer simulations analyst, computer systems analyst, computer systems development coordinator, data processing consultant, electronic data processing (EDP) auditor, enterprise architect - information technology (IT), informatics applications analyst, informatics consultant, informatics quality assurance (QA) analyst, information systems analyst - computer systems, information systems contingency planner, information systems quality assurance (QA) analyst, information technology (IT) analyst, information technology (IT) auditor, information technology (IT) consultant, information technology (IT) consulting account manager, information technology (IT) engineer, information technology (IT) operations analyst, information technology (IT) project manager, information technology (IT) specialist, management information systems (MIS) analyst, management information systems (MIS) consultant, simulations analyst - computer systems, software quality assurance (QA) analyst, software quality assurance (QA) auditor, solutions architect - cloud management and monitoring, solutions architect - information technology (IT), system integration analyst, system integration consultant, systems analyst, systems auditor, systems consultant, systems quality assurance (QA) analyst, systems specialist - computer systems, technical project manager, technical support engineer.
Main duties of NOC 21222
This group performs some or all of the following duties:
- Design, develop, test, implement and oversee IT systems
- Collect and analyze data to identify areas for improvement within an organization's IT infrastructure
- Review existing IT systems and internal processes
- Develop, implement and apply policies and procedures throughout the software development life cycle to maximize the efficiency, effectiveness and overall quality of software products and information systems, and to ensure that all systems and processes meet organization standards and user requirements
- Develop quality assurance procedures and tests for the development and improvement of new and existing systems
- Identify, analyze and document discrepancies and ensure that appropriate adjustments are made
- Perform preventive maintenance tasks on computer systems.
Employment requirements
- A bachelor's degree in computer science, computer systems engineering, software engineering, business administration or a related discipline or completion of a college program in computer science is usually required.
- Experience as a computer programmer is usually required.
- Certification or training provided by software vendors may be required by some employers.
- A professional certification such as Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), Certified Information Security Manager (CISM), Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) or another related information technology (IT) designation.
Is NOC 21222 eligible for Express Entry?
Yes for the programs that need skilled work: TEER 1 is in the TEER 0 to 3 range IRCC accepts.
| Program or draw | NOC 21222 |
|---|---|
| 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 21222 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 | $28.85 | $46.15 | $68.68 |
| Newfoundland and Labrador | $23.08 | $40.30 | $54.53 |
| Prince Edward Island | $24.04 | $40.00 | $61.54 |
| Nova Scotia | $29.33 | $43.75 | $63.46 |
| New Brunswick | $25.65 | $38.46 | $54.95 |
| Quebec | $30.00 | $46.15 | $63.19 |
| Ontario | $28.59 | $47.00 | $72.60 |
| Manitoba | $25.70 | $42.31 | $62.50 |
| Saskatchewan | $28.21 | $45.13 | $63.46 |
| Alberta | $27.13 | $48.08 | $68.00 |
| British Columbia | $29.99 | $46.15 | $75.44 |
| Yukon | $36.93 | $46.43 | $75.66 |
| Northwest Territories | $40.31 | $53.28 | $73.25 |
| Nunavut | $45.68 | $62.06 | $80.31 |
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 21222 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 21222 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.
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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 computer systems analyst?
NOC 21222, Information systems specialists, a TEER 1 occupation in NOC 2021.
What TEER is NOC 21222?
TEER 1. Usually a university degree. The TEER is the second digit of the code. See all TEER categories.
Is NOC 21222 eligible for Express Entry?
Yes. As a TEER 1 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 21222 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 21222 pay in Canada?
The Job Bank median across Canada is $46.15 an hour, with most wages between $28.85 and $68.68. Pay varies by province: see the table above.
Where is the official description?
On the Statistics Canada and ESDC NOC site: search 21222 in NOC 2021 Version 1.0. This page shows the same text, from the open data Statistics Canada publishes.
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