Group
Occupation
273231 Cloud Architect
Latest release
Consultation draft: Occupation Standard Classification for Australia (OSCA)
Reference period
August 2026
Released
17/08/2026
First release
273231 Cloud Architect
Designs, develops and manages scalable, reliable and secure cloud infrastructure for an organisation.
Alternative titles
- Cloud Infrastructure Architect
- Cloud Solution Architect
Skill level: 1
Main tasks
- Defines the cloud architecture blueprints to meet business objectives
- Considers security implications and incorporates security best practice into cloud infrastructure
- Assesses and recommends cloud platforms and technologies
- Conducts capacity planning and resource allocation for cloud infrastructure
- Manages cloud infrastructure migration projects
- Implements and manages cloud-based disaster recovery and business continuity plans