NADRA Chief Information Security Officer Job in Islamabad

Overview

The Government of Pakistan’s Ministry of Interior and Narcotics Control, through the National Database & Registration Authority (NADRA), is hiring a Chief Information Security Officer. The position is based in Islamabad, and the maximum age is 55 years.

The recruitment is being conducted under Regulations 9, 10 and 11 of the NADRA Employees (Service) Regulations, 2002. The advertisement carries reference PID(I)3844/26.

Educational Background

• Master’s degree in Information Security, Information Technology, Computer Science, Software Engineering or an equivalent subject from an HEC-recognized institution.
• Degrees must be attested by the Higher Education Commission (HEC).
• Preference will be given to candidates holding a PhD or doctorate.
• Relevant information security audit certifications, particularly CISA or CISM, will be preferred.

Professional Experience and Requirements

• At least 10 years of experience in senior positions involving information security operations and management.
• Strong understanding of national and international regulatory requirements, technological developments and international best practices.
• Profound knowledge needed to guide organizational strategy and align it with NADRA’s vision for Information Security and Cyber Security.
• Expertise in needs analysis, gap identification and corrective measures.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and leadership skills, including the ability to represent NADRA at local and international forums on information and cyber security matters.
• Ability to lead a team of information security professionals.
• Ability to analyze complex issues, think critically and make informed, timely decisions during critical scenarios.

Responsibilities, Skills and Competencies

• Plan and implement data security frameworks and technology.
• Apply knowledge of information management, governance, risk assessment and compliance frameworks.
• Develop and manage a Security Operation Centre, including the required technology and its integration with the organization’s IT infrastructure.
• Develop an IT Forensic Investigations Framework and Incident Response Mechanism for a large organization.
• Operate and manage cyber threat intelligence platforms and assess their linkage to the organization’s information security paradigm and possible impact.
• Mentor vulnerability assessment work for organizational software and applications, as well as network penetration-testing tasks.
• Plan and conduct information security training and awareness activities across the organization.
• Collaborate and engage with internal stakeholders, external partners and national or international regulatory bodies to support effective policy development and implementation.
• Promote Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI), remain current with industry trends, best practices and emerging technological risks, and support informed, evidence-based policy changes.

Important Details

• The selected candidate will undergo a six-month probation period, extendable subject to performance.
• Management may withhold or cancel the recruitment process and accept or reject any application at any stage without assigning a reason.
• Only shortlisted candidates will be called for an interview.
• False information provided at any stage will result in disqualification.
• Government and semi-government employees must provide a No Objection Certificate at the interview.
• The stated age limit already includes five years of general age relaxation.
• Attested educational documents from HEC or the relevant regulatory body must be provided at the time of joining.
• If the selected candidate declines the offer, it may be extended to reserve candidates.
• The selected candidate must provide Medical Fitness and Character Certificates.
• No TA/DA will be admissible.
• Electronic gadgets, including mobile phones and smart watches, will not be allowed during the interview.
• Female, minority, transgender and differently-abled candidates are encouraged to apply.

How to Apply

Only online applications will be accepted. The application deadline is 11th November, 2026. The application guide is available in the Downloads section of the NADRA careers website.

For further details and online applications, visit https://careers.nadra.gov.pk/.

Office Address

HR Directorate
National Database & Registration Authority
State Bank of Pakistan Building, Shahrah-e-Jamhuriat,
Sector G-5/2 Islamabad