SECP Career Opportunities 2026 – Information Security Department
Posted on July 26, 2026
Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP), the apex regulator of Pakistan’s Capital Markets and Corporate Sector, invites applications from qualified, result?oriented, and dynamic professionals for positions in the Information Security Department (ISD). These Islamabad?based roles offer an opportunity to contribute to national cybersecurity and digital infrastructure protection.
Available Positions
Additional Director / Joint Director – 1 Position
Joint Director SOC – 1 Position
Additional Joint Director / Deputy Director / Assistant Director (Cybersecurity Assessment & CERT Specialist) – 1 Position
Additional Director / Joint Director
Qualification: Master’s or Bachelor’s degree (16 years of education) in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Technology, Software Engineering, Electrical, Computer, or Telecom Engineering from an HEC?recognized institution.
Experience: Minimum 12 years for Additional Director and 8 years for Joint Director in relevant technologies such as Network Security, VAPT, SDLC, Supply Chain Security, Risk Assessment, and Security Audit.
Age Limit: Maximum 45 years at the closing date of applications.
Joint Director SOC
Qualification: Master’s or Bachelor’s degree (16 years of education) in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Technology, Software Engineering, Electrical, Computer, or Telecom Engineering from an HEC?recognized institution.
Experience: Minimum 10 years of post?qualification experience in IT or Information Security, including at least 5 years in SOC operations and 3 years as SOC head.
Age Limit: Maximum 45 years at the closing date of applications.
Cybersecurity Assessment & CERT Specialist
Qualification: Master’s or Bachelor’s degree (16 years of education) in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Technology, Software Engineering, Electrical, Computer, or Telecom Engineering from an HEC?recognized institution.
Experience:
Additional Joint Director: Minimum 10 years
Deputy Director: Minimum 7 years
Assistant Director: Minimum 3 years
Experience in Cybersecurity, VAPT, SDLC, Risk Assessment, Security Audit, Supply Chain Security, Policy Frameworks, Procurement, and Vendor Management is required.
Age Limit:
Additional Joint Director: 45 years
Deputy Director: 40 years
Assistant Director: 35 years
General Information
Appointments will be made on a regular basis with probation as per organizational policy.
SECP is an equal opportunity employer.
Women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and candidates from Balochistan, FATA, Gilgit?Baltistan, and Azad Jammu & Kashmir are encouraged to apply.
Only shortlisted candidates will be called for assessment.
Incomplete applications will not be considered.
Applications must be submitted within 15 days of publication.
For detailed Terms of Reference (TORs) and job descriptions, visit the official SECP website.
Contact Information
Deputy Director – HRD
Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan
Phone: +92?51?919?5444
Location: Islamabad, Pakistan
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What positions are available at SECP in 2026?
SECP is hiring for Additional Director/Joint Director, Joint Director SOC, and Cybersecurity Assessment & CERT Specialist positions in the Information Security Department.
What is the age limit for applicants?
The maximum age limit is 45 years for senior positions, 40 years for Deputy Director, and 35 years for Assistant Director.
Where are these positions based?
All positions are Islamabad?based within the Information Security Department of SECP.
How can I apply?
Applications must be submitted online through the SECP website within 15 days of the advertisement’s publication.
