PKCERT has announced new career opportunities for cybersecurity professionals as part of its ongoing efforts to strengthen Pakistan’s national cyber resilience. Operating under the Government of Pakistan, National Cyber Emergency Response Team is inviting qualified candidates to join its workforce and contribute to protecting the country’s digital infrastructure. The latest recruitment drive reflects PKCERT’s continued focus on enhancing its operational capabilities and supporting the Digital Pakistan initiative through skilled cybersecurity professionals.
According to the announcement, applications are open for the position of Assistant Director (Incident Management) under PPS 9 and System/Network Penetration Tester under PPS 7. These roles are intended to support PKCERT’s mission of safeguarding Pakistan’s digital frontiers by improving incident response capabilities and strengthening the security of critical information systems. The organization has encouraged eligible professionals with the required qualifications and technical expertise to apply through the prescribed recruitment process. Individuals interested in pursuing a career in cybersecurity within the public sector can review the detailed qualification criteria and job descriptions available on the National Jobs Portal before submitting their applications.
Applicants have been advised to submit their applications online through the prescribed form within 15 days of the announcement. PKCERT has also clarified that candidates who had previously applied for these positions under the initial advertisement are required to submit fresh applications. This requirement ensures that all applications are processed under the current recruitment cycle. The recruitment process is being conducted in coordination with the Ministry of Information Technology and Telecommunication as part of broader efforts to strengthen Pakistan’s cybersecurity workforce and improve the country’s preparedness for emerging cyber threats.
Through this hiring initiative, PKCERT continues its commitment to developing a highly skilled team capable of responding to cybersecurity incidents, conducting security assessments, and supporting the protection of national digital assets. As cyber threats continue to evolve across the public and private sectors, expanding technical expertise within National Cyber Emergency Response Team remains an important priority. Professionals interested in contributing to Pakistan’s cybersecurity ecosystem are encouraged to visit the National Jobs Portal for complete eligibility requirements and application details before the submission deadline.
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