Data processing director NOC code
NOC 2021 code, TEER level and Express Entry status for data processing director.
Last reviewed 2026-11-02 · Sources: Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC)
Quick answer
The NOC code for data processing director is 20012 (Computer and information systems managers), a TEER 0 occupation — it counts as skilled work for Express Entry. It's a high-wage occupation (Level 1): +70 CRS for 12+ months of Canadian work, or 100 for a job offer.
NOC code
20012
TEER 0 · skilled
High-wage
Level 1
+70 work · 100 job offer
Category draws
None
IRCC 2026 lists
What NOC 20012 covers
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.
| Unit group | 20012 — Computer and information systems managers |
|---|---|
| TEER | TEER 0 — management occupations |
| Broad category | Natural and applied sciences and related occupations |
Main duties to compare with yours
- 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.
To use NOC 20012 on an Express Entry profile or reference letter, your duties should match the lead statement and most of the main duties. See every duty and the full Express Entry breakdown for NOC 20012 →
Other job titles under NOC 20012
- Business systems manager
- Cloud solutions architect manager
- Computer systems manager
- Data centre manager
- Director of software engineering
- Data processing and systems analysis manager
- Electronic data processing (EDP) manager
Similar titles in other NOC codes
If your duties don't match NOC 20012, one of these may fit better:
- Cement processing supervisor — NOC 92010 (Supervisors, mineral and metal processing, TEER 2)
- Chemical processing chief technician — NOC 93101 (Central control and process operators, petroleum, gas and chemical processing, TEER 3)
- Chemical processing supervisor — NOC 92011 (Supervisors, petroleum, gas and chemical processing and utilities, TEER 2)
- Climate data processor — NOC 22214 (Technical occupations in geomatics and meteorology, TEER 2)
- Data administrator — NOC 21223 (Database analysts and data administrators, TEER 1)
- Data centre operator — NOC 22220 (Computer network and web technicians, TEER 2)
- Data control clerk — NOC 14111 (Data entry clerks, TEER 4)
- Data custodian — NOC 21223 (Database analysts and data administrators, TEER 1)
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Sources: Statistics Canada, NOC 2021 Version 1.0 (example titles and duties); IRCC high-wage occupations and category-based selection lists. Check the official NOC site before you apply.
Frequently asked questions
What is the NOC code for data processing director?+
In NOC 2021, "data processing director" is an example title in unit group 20012 — Computer and information systems managers. It is a TEER 0 occupation in the "Natural and applied sciences and related occupations" broad category.
Is data processing director eligible for Express Entry?+
NOC 20012 is TEER 0, which IRCC counts as skilled work experience for the Federal Skilled Worker Program and the Canadian Experience Class — provided your actual duties match the NOC description and you meet every other program requirement.
Does data processing director get extra CRS points?+
Yes. NOC 20012 is on IRCC's high-wage list at Level 1. From November 3, 2026, 12+ months of qualifying Canadian work adds 70 CRS points, or a valid job offer is worth 100 (whichever is higher).
Can a data processing director get a category-based Express Entry invitation?+
NOC 20012 isn't on any of IRCC's current category-based selection lists. You can still be invited in general, Canadian Experience Class or Provincial Nominee Program rounds.
What if my job title says data processing director but my duties are different?+
IRCC assesses your duties, not your job title. Compare what you actually do with the lead statement and main duties of NOC 20012. If most of them don't match, look at the related occupations below or search the official NOC site.