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Chief Information Officer (Contractual) Jobs 2026 in Islamabad
If you are searching for the latest Chief Information Officer (Contractual) Jobs 2026 in Islamabad, this is an excellent opportunity for experienced IT professionals. NADRA has announced a contractual vacancy for the position of Chief Information Officer (CIO) at its Islamabad Headquarters. Candidates with extensive experience in information technology, cybersecurity, digital transformation, enterprise infrastructure, and IT leadership are encouraged to apply before the closing date.
Job Overview
| Job Title | Chief Information Officer (Contractual) |
| Job Location | Islamabad Headquarters |
| Qualification | Master's Degree (Minimum 16 Years Education) |
| Experience | Minimum 15 Years |
| Last Date to Apply | 09 August 2026 |
Educational Qualification
Candidates must possess a Master's degree (minimum 16 years of education) in any of the following fields:
- Computer Science
- Software Engineering
- Information Technology
- Information Systems
- Cybersecurity
- Or any related discipline
The degree must be obtained from an HEC-recognized university, and HEC attestation is mandatory. Candidates holding internationally recognized IT certifications will have an added advantage during the selection process.
Experience Requirements
Applicants should have:
- Minimum 15 years of professional experience in Information Technology.
- At least 8 years in a senior management or leadership role.
- Experience in enterprise IT strategy and digital transformation.
- Expertise in IT infrastructure, data centers, networking, cybersecurity, and enterprise applications.
- Knowledge of IT governance, risk management, business continuity, and regulatory compliance.
- Experience in vendor management, procurement, budgeting, and Service Level Agreements (SLAs).
- Strong leadership, communication, planning, and stakeholder management skills.
Experience in digital identity systems, public sector projects, and national-scale digital platforms will be considered an additional advantage.
Job Responsibilities
The selected Chief Information Officer will be responsible for:
- Developing enterprise-wide IT strategies.
- Leading digital transformation initiatives.
- Managing cybersecurity and information security operations.
- Supervising enterprise applications and IT infrastructure.
- Managing data centers and network operations.
- Ensuring compliance with IT governance standards.
- Managing technology vendors, procurement, and project budgets.
- Leading multidisciplinary IT teams and driving organizational innovation.
Terms and Conditions
- Appointment will be made on a contract basis.
- Initial probation period will be six months.
- Only shortlisted candidates will be called for a test or interview.
- Providing false information will result in immediate disqualification.
- Government and Semi-Government employees must submit a valid No Objection Certificate (NOC).
- Selected candidates must provide Medical Fitness and Character Certificates.
- No TA/DA will be paid for the recruitment process.
- Original HEC-attested educational documents must be presented during the interview.
- Female, Minority, Transgender, and Differently-abled candidates are encouraged to apply.
- Electronic devices, including mobile phones and smart watches, will not be allowed during the test or interview.
How to Apply
Interested and eligible candidates should submit their applications online before 09 August 2026.
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Why Apply for This Job?
This Chief Information Officer position offers experienced IT professionals an opportunity to work on national-level digital transformation projects. The selected candidate will play a key role in improving enterprise technology, cybersecurity, digital services, and IT governance while contributing to Pakistan's digital future.