How to become a computer and information systems manager
Official title: Computer and information systems managers
Also called: Computer manager, Data centre manager, Cybersecurity manager, Cloud services manager, Data analytics manager, Network design manager, Cloud architect manager, Data processing manager, Business systems manager, Cloud operations manager, Computer systems manager, Cloud engineering manager
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 tasks
- 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
How to become one
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.
Ways in
- University: Computing & IT degrees, Offered by 15 universities in Canada
Pay · Outlook
- Median pay: $130,007 a year The middle half earn $103,116 to $162,494.
- About 124,200 people worked in this job in 2023, and about 160,900 are projected by 2033. (+29.5%)
- Projected labour market to 2033: balance.
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Questions people ask
How do I become a computer and information systems manager?
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.
How much does a computer and information systems manager earn in Canada?
Median full-time pay is $130,007 a year (Employment and Social Development Canada (Job Bank)). The middle half earn $103,116 to $162,494.
Is a computer and information systems manager a growing career in Canada?
Yes. Employment is projected to grow 30% by 2033, from about 124,200 to about 160,900 people (Employment and Social Development Canada).
Do you need a degree to become a computer and information systems manager?
Usually. 64% of people in this job hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
Sources
- Statistics Canada: Census 2021: employment by occupation, gender and education (98-10-0449) (2021 Census), Statistics Canada Open Licence, retrieved 2026-10-03
- Statistics Canada: National Occupational Classification (NOC) 2021 (Version 1.0), Open Government Licence - Canada, retrieved 2026-10-03
- Employment and Social Development Canada: Canadian Occupational Projection System (COPS) (2024 to 2033), Open Government Licence - Canada, retrieved 2026-10-03
- Employment and Social Development Canada (Job Bank): Wages by occupation (2025 (revised 2025-11-19)), Open Government Licence - Canada, retrieved 2026-10-03
Updated 2026-10-03