IT Standards
Defining, implementing, and enforcing agreed-upon rules, specifications, or guidelines for IT systems, processes, data, or components to ensure quality, compatibility, and efficiency.
Proficiency Level
Level 1 (Follow)
- Consistently follows documented IT standards applicable to their tasks (e.g., coding conventions, naming conventions, standard hardware configurations).
- Uses approved tools and technologies according to established standards.
- Identifies and reports obvious deviations from standards encountered in their work.
Level 2 (Assist)
- Assists in documenting new or updated IT standards based on input from senior technical staff or architects.
- Helps perform checks on specific deliverables (e.g., code modules, design documents) for compliance with established standards, using checklists.
- Supports the maintenance of a central repository for IT standards documentation.
Level 3 (Apply)
- Applies relevant IT standards rigorously and consistently throughout their work (e.g., development, system configuration, documentation).
- Provides constructive feedback on the clarity and applicability of existing standards based on practical experience.
- May contribute to the review and refinement process for specific standards within their area of expertise.
Level 4 (Ensure)
- Manages the implementation, communication, and enforcement of specific IT standards within a project, team, or technology domain.
- Develops new or updates existing standards based on industry best practices, technological advancements, and organisational requirements.
- Conducts reviews or audits to ensure adherence to standards and address non-compliance issues.
Level 5 (Strategise)
- Develops the organisation's overall strategy and governance framework for defining, managing, and evolving IT standards.
- Determines which international, industry, or internal standards should be adopted across the enterprise.
- Oversees the lifecycle management (creation, review, retirement) of all IT standards, ensuring they support strategic goals like interoperability, security, and efficiency.