National Database & Registration Authority (NADRA) Jobs 2026
Vacancies announced for Assistant Director (Database Security) under Regulations 9, 10 & 11 of NADRA Employees (Service) Regulations, 2002.
National Database and Registration Authority (NADRA), Headquarters Islamabad, has officially announced new career opportunities for experienced and energetic Pakistani citizens. Under the provisions of Regulation 9, 10, and 11 of NADRA Employees (Service) Regulations, 2002, NADRA is accepting online applications from highly qualified professionals for the post of Assistant Director (Database Security). Candidates possessing a 16-year Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, IT, Cyber Security, or Electrical Engineering with 2 years of relevant experience can apply online through careers.nadra.gov.pk on or before 25th October, 2026.
📌 NADRA Jobs 2026 Overview Table
🎓 Educational Background & Eligibility Criteria
Academic Degree: Bachelor's (4 Years) in Computer Science / Information Technology / Cyber Security / Information Security or Electrical / Electronics Engineering (with relevant IS certifications) or equivalent in a related field from an HEC recognized university.
Note: All degrees and transcripts must be duly attested by the Higher Education Commission (HEC).
Professional Experience Required:
- Minimum 2 years post qualification experience in a reputable organization, in either Information Security, Information Technology, Database Administration or Network Device Administration.
Preferred Certifications & Credentials:
- Certification / Badge in any IBM Security Product or equivalent shall be preferred.
- Information Security Certificates such as CySA+, Data+ or equivalent shall be preferred.
🛡️ Responsibilities, Skills & Competencies
The selected candidate for the Assistant Director (Database Security) position will be responsible for the following core tasks at NADRA:
- Installation, configuration and setup Guardium appliances for database activity monitoring and protection.
- Installation of Guardium agents on database servers with necessary configurations for collection of logs.
- Timely patching of Guardium appliances and renewal of license.
- Monitor and evaluate database incidents through IBM Guardium data monitoring and protection tool.
- Perform data discovery and classification with all stakeholders in order to prioritize implementation of security solution.
- Monitor and audit all database activity including privileged user activity.
- Monitor and analyze all database risks by performing data analytics of existing logs.
- Analytical aptitude and knack for details.
- Troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
- Communications skills including technical writing and general correspondence.
- Inquisitive to learn new technologies, processes and collaborate with other teams.
- Knowledge of scripting, automation of robotic processes / report is expected.
- Ensuring backup, disaster recovery and data protection mechanisms.
- Implementing cybersecurity controls for on-premises and cloud-based databases.
📋 Official Terms & Conditions
- Selected candidate will undergo a 6 months’ probation period, extendable subject to performance.
- Management reserves the right to withhold/cancel the recruitment process, and accept/reject any application at any stage without assigning any reason.
- Only shortlisted candidates will be called for test/interview.
- Candidate shall be disqualified if false information is provided.
- Employees serving in Government/Semi-Government departments must provide/attach No Objection Certificate (NOC) at the time of submission of application.
- 5 years’ relaxation in age is already included in above age limit.
- In the event the selected candidate(s) declines the job offer, the offer may be extended to the reserve candidates.
- Selected candidate shall provide Medical Fitness and Character Certificates.
- No TA/DA will be admissible.
- Attested degrees from Higher Education Commission (HEC)/relevant regulatory bodies must be provided at the time of interview.
- Females, Minority, Transgenders and Differently-abled candidates are encouraged to apply.
- Electronic gadgets, mobile phones, smart watches etc. will not be allowed during test and interview.
- The deadline for submission of application is 25th October, 2026 and only online applications will be accepted. Application guide can be viewed under the Downloads section.
- For further details and to apply, please visit https://careers.nadra.gov.pk or scan the QR code on the official advertisement.
📝 How to Apply Online for NADRA Jobs 2026?
Follow these simple steps to submit your application online through NADRA’s official job portal:
- Visit the official NADRA Career Portal at https://careers.nadra.gov.pk.
- Register with your valid email address and CNIC number or sign in to your existing account.
- Navigate to the Assistant Director (Database Security) post and review the eligibility guidelines.
- Fill in your personal profile, educational qualifications (must be HEC attested), and relevant experience details.
- Upload your updated CV, recent photograph, and required certificates/NOC (if currently serving in govt/semi-govt departments).
- Review all entered information carefully and submit your application prior to the closing deadline of 25th October, 2026.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1: What is the maximum age limit for Assistant Director Database Security?
The maximum age limit is 37 years. The general 5 years' age relaxation is already included in this upper age limit.
Q2: What is the last date to apply for NADRA Jobs 2026?
The last date to submit the online application is 25th October, 2026. Late submissions will not be entertained.
Q3: Can government servants apply for this NADRA vacancy?
Yes, candidates already employed in Government or Semi-Government departments can apply, but they must provide/attach a No Objection Certificate (NOC) at the time of submission.
Q4: Can female or transgender candidates apply?
Yes, NADRA explicitly encourages female, minority, transgender, and differently-abled candidates to apply.
Official Recruitment Notice Details
Issuing Authority: HR Directorate, National Database & Registration Authority
Postal Address: HR Directorate, National Database & Registration Authority, State Bank of Pakistan, Shahrah-e-Jamhuriat, Sector G-5/2, Islamabad
Official Career Portal: https://careers.nadra.gov.pk
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October 11, 2026
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