SECP Jobs 2026 – Securities and Exchange Commission Pakistan Jobs 2026

The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP), the apex regulator of Pakistan's capital markets and corporate sector, is seeking qualified, result-oriented, and dynamic professionals with impeccable integrity for multiple high-level positions in its Information Security Department (ISD). These roles are ideal for individuals looking to advance their careers in regulatory and cybersecurity domains. The current "Securities & Exchange Commission Of Pakistan SECP Jobs July 2026" campaign offers key cybersecurity expert positions in Islamabad. Eligible candidates should possess strong technical skills and hands-on experience in areas such as Network Security, SOC operations, VAPT, and SSDLC. This recruitment drive includes opportunities for roles including Additional Director, Joint Director, Joint Director SOC, Additional Joint Director, Deputy Director, and Assistant Director as Cybersecurity Assessment & CERT Specialist. The positions are offered on a contractual basis for 3 years, with potential for extension and regularization based on performance and organizational need. Interested applicants are encouraged to review the detailed job descriptions and submit their applications online before the specified deadline, which is within 15 days of the advertisement's publication. Applications from female candidates, minorities, persons with different abilities, and candidates from Balochistan, Ex-FATA districts, Gilgit-Baltistan, and Azad Jammu & Kashmir (AJK) are specifically encouraged.

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The application process for these positions is as follows

• Visit the official career portal: https://www.secp.gov.pk/careers/ to view detailed Terms of Reference (TORs) and submit your online application.
• Applications must be submitted within fifteen (15) days of the publication of the advertisement.
• Late applications will not be considered under any circumstances.
• No TA/DA shall be admissible for test and interview.
• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for further assessment and interview.
• Government employees should apply through the proper channel.

Specific eligibility criteria for each position

1. Additional Director / Joint Director

• Number of Positions: 1
• Qualification: Master’s/Bachelor’s degree (equivalent to 16 years of education) in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Technology, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related disciplines from an HEC-recognized university/institute.
• Experience: Minimum post-qualification experience of 12 years for Additional Director and 10 years for Joint Director, depending on the level of appointment. Working knowledge/experience in Network Security, VAPT, SSDLC, Supply Chain Security, Security Policies, Procedures, Frameworks, Firewall, Proxy, PAM, DLP, and MFA is an added advantage.
• Age Limit: Maximum 45 years as of the closing date for submission of applications.

1. Joint Director SOC

• Number of Positions: 1
• Qualification: Master’s/Bachelor’s degree (equivalent to 16 years of education) in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Technology, Software Engineering, Electrical, Computer, or Telecom Engineering, or related disciplines from an HEC-recognized university/institute.
• Experience: A minimum of 10 years of post-qualification experience in IT, Information Security, or SOC operations, including at least 6 years in SOC operations, of which a minimum of 3 years must be as head of the SOC function.
• Age Limit: Maximum 45 years as of the closing date for submission of applications.

1. Additional Joint Director / Deputy Director / Assistant Director as Cybersecurity Assessment & CERT Specialist

• Number of Positions: 1
• Qualification: Master’s/Bachelor’s degree (equivalent to 16 years of education) in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Technology, Software Engineering, Electrical, Computer, or Telecom Engineering, or related disciplines from an HEC-recognized university/institute.
• Experience: Minimum post-qualification experience required:
• 8 years for Additional Joint Director
• 6 years for Deputy Director
• 3 years for Assistant Director

Working knowledge/experience in Network Security, VAPT, SSDLC, Training delivery for Secure Code Checklist/Methods, Supply Chain Security, Security Policies, Procedures, Frameworks, Firewall, Proxy, PAM, DLP, MFA is an added advantage.

• Age Limit

• Maximum for Additional Joint Director: 45 years.
• Maximum for Deputy Director: 40 years.
• Maximum for Assistant Director: 35 years as of the closing date.
• Age Relaxation: Candidates for Deputy Director or Assistant Director with at least three years of work experience with a regulator are eligible for an age relaxation of up to five (5) years.

The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) stands as the apex regulator overseeing Pakistan's capital markets and corporate sector. Its mission involves fostering a transparent and efficient financial environment, ensuring regulatory compliance, and protecting investor interests. The Information Security Department (ISD) within SECP is crucial for safeguarding the integrity and confidentiality of the organization's digital assets and operations. Joining SECP means contributing to the stability and growth of Pakistan's economy by upholding regulatory standards in a dynamic and evolving cybersecurity landscape.