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ICT Security Specialist (262112): New Zealand residence options
ICT Security Specialist (262112) is on the Green List Tier 1. ANZSCO skill level 1–3.
Green List Tier 1
| Route | Open? | What it takes |
|---|---|---|
| Green List: Straight to Residence | Yes | Tier 1. Apply for residence once you have a qualifying job and meet the requirement below. |
| SMC Points-based | Yes | Job must pay at least $35.00 an hour. You need 6 points: e.g. an overseas bachelor’s (4) + 18 months of skilled work in NZ (2). |
| SMC Skilled Work Experience | Yes | Pay of at least $38.50 (1.1×), 5 years of relevant experience including 2 in New Zealand. |
| SMC Trades and Technician | No | Not on the Trades and Technician list. |
Green List Tier 1 requirement
ICT, Electronics and Telecommunications
Remuneration for the employment must be $72.80 per hour or above, or the equivalent annual salary.
For Straight to Residence only, where the employment or offer of employment is based on a contract for services, the remuneration must be $109.20 per hour or above, or the equivalent annual salary and a minimum of 10 years’ work in a relevant role is required.
In Australia: ICT Security Specialist · last 189 cut-off 100 points (15 October 2026).
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Every pathway also needs an accredited employer, full-time work, age 55 or under, English, health and character. Appendix 13 · SR3.10