The Ministry of Information Technology and Telecommunication (MoITT) has announced job openings for its latest project, “Cyber Security for Digital Pakistan, Phase-I,” based in Islamabad. Applications are invited from suitable candidates on a contract basis to join this initiative, which aims to strengthen Pakistan’s digital security infrastructure.
The Ministry has advertised several project-based posts, ranging from managerial roles to technical positions, for those interested in joining the effort towards a secure digital Pakistan. The following positions are available for applications:
- DDO (Accounts/Finance) (PPS-09) – 1 Post (Age Limit: 45 years)
- Deputy Director (Red Team Lead) (PPS-09) – 1 Post (Age Limit: 45 years)
- Manager (PPS-08) – 1 Post (Age Limit: 40 years)
- SOC Analyst (PPS-08) – 1 Post (Age Limit: 40 years)
- Incident Responder (PPS-08) – 1 Post (Age Limit: 40 years)
- Data Forensic Analyst (PPS-08) – 1 Post (Age Limit: 40 years)
- Network Administrator (PPS-08) – 1 Post (Age Limit: 40 years)
- Sr. Developer (PPS-08) – 1 Post (Age Limit: 40 years)
- Technology Engineer (Forensic) (PPS-07) – 2 Posts (Age Limit: 35 years)
- Course Instructor (PPS-07) – 1 Post (Age Limit: 35 years)
- Application Tester (PPS-07) – 1 Post (Age Limit: 35 years)
- Technology Engineer (Screening) (PPS-07) – 2 Posts (Age Limit: 35 years)
- Jr. Business Analyst/Bug Bounty Facilitator (PPS-07) – 1 Post (Age Limit: 35 years)
- Development Security Analyst (PPS-07) – 1 Post (Age Limit: 35 years)
- Reverse Engineering Security Analyst (PPS-07) – 1 Post (Age Limit: 35 years)
- Network & Systems Security Analyst (PPS-07) – 1 Post (Age Limit: 35 years)
- Penetration Testing Security Analyst (PPS-07) – 1 Post (Age Limit: 35 years)
- Communication Officer (PPS-07) – 1 Post (Age Limit: 35 years)
- Office Assistant (PPS-05) – 4 Posts (Age Limit: 40 years)
Application Procedure
Interested candidates can apply online using the prescribed application form available at www.njp.gov.pk. The application window is open for fifteen (15) days from the date of the advertisement’s publication. Candidates are encouraged to apply early to avoid any inconvenience, as incomplete applications will not be entertained.
The required qualifications, job descriptions, and application conditions are also available at the provided URL.
Terms and Conditions
The hiring process is subject to certain terms and conditions:
- Only shortlisted candidates will be called for tests or interviews.
- No TA/DA (Travel Allowance/Daily Allowance) will be provided for attending the test or interview.
- Candidates currently serving in government roles must produce a No Objection Certificate (NOC) during the interview.
- All appointments will be purely on a contract basis, extendable after the evaluation of performance until the project’s completion.
- The Ministry reserves the right to hold back appointments or leave positions vacant as per its discretion.
The Ministry of IT also emphasizes gender equality, encouraging a diverse pool of applicants for these job openings.
The “Cyber Security for Digital Pakistan, Phase-I” project is a vital initiative aimed at ensuring the safety of Pakistan’s digital landscape, focusing on data protection and cyber resilience. The advertised positions reflect the growing demand for cybersecurity professionals, from analysts to managerial roles, who can help safeguard the country’s digital future.
