Brisbane IT & MSP Salary Benchmarks (2026)
Detailed technology compensation benchmarks for permanent IT and Managed Service Provider roles located in Brisbane. Benchmark percentiles (25th, 50th median, 75th), statutory 11.5% superannuation, and contractor daily rates.
Brisbane Salary Matrix by IT Role
Compare base salaries across experience percentiles (25th entry to 75th senior), 11.5% statutory superannuation, and total compensation packages:
| Role Title | 25th Percentile | 50th Median | 75th Percentile | Total Comp (+11.5% Super) | Contractor Rate | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IT Helpdesk & Support Engineer | $70,700 | $80,800 | $85,850 | $90,092 | $480/day | Full Analysis → |
| Systems Administrator | $101,000 | $121,200 | $121,200 | $135,138 | $720/day | Full Analysis → |
| Network Engineer | $116,150 | $136,350 | $151,500 | $152,030 | $810/day | Full Analysis → |
| Cloud Engineer | $126,250 | $156,550 | $171,700 | $174,553 | $930/day | Full Analysis → |
| Cyber Security Specialist | $136,350 | $151,500 | $181,800 | $168,922 | $900/day | Full Analysis → |
| DevOps Engineer | $131,300 | $156,550 | $176,750 | $174,553 | $930/day | Full Analysis → |
| IT Project Manager | $141,400 | $161,600 | $176,750 | $180,184 | $950/day | Full Analysis → |
Explore In-Depth Role Benchmarks
IT Helpdesk & Support Engineer
Daily Contract: $480/day
Systems Administrator
Daily Contract: $720/day
Network Engineer
Daily Contract: $810/day
Cloud Engineer
Daily Contract: $930/day
Cyber Security Specialist
Daily Contract: $900/day
DevOps Engineer
Daily Contract: $930/day
IT Project Manager
Daily Contract: $950/day
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do Brisbane IT salaries compare nationally?
Brisbane technology compensation benchmarks reflect local cost of living and industry demand, with permanent median compensation spanning from $80,000 to over $175,000 plus 11.5% superannuation across standard technical roles.
What is the statutory superannuation rate in Brisbane for 2026?
Under Commonwealth Fair Work legislation, the Australian Superannuation Guarantee rate is 11.5% for ordinary times earnings, rising to 12% from July 1, 2025. Employers in Brisbane must pay this on top of base compensation.