Deputy Director (Senior Database Administrator) & Deputy Director (Networks)
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Salary: PKR Negotiable
SECP, the regulator of Pakistan's capital markets and corporate sector, is hiring two Deputy Directors for its Information Systems and Technology Division in Islamabad. One role looks after the Commission's enterprise databases, while the other manages its networks and IT security. Both appointments are on a three-year contract, extendable on performance and need. Applications close on 23 November 2026.
What we're looking for:
- Master's or Bachelor's degree (16 years of education) in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Technology, Computer Engineering or a related field from an HEC-recognised institution
- At least 6 years of relevant post-qualification experience in database administration or network, security and IT operations
- Professional-level network and cybersecurity certifications such as Cisco, Juniper or Fortinet NSE are preferred for the Networks role
- Maximum age 40 years on the closing date, with 5 years relaxation for candidates with at least 3 years of experience with a regulator
- Strong technical grounding, sound judgement and the integrity expected of a regulator's team
- Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for further assessment
Key Responsibilities & Deliverables:
- Administer and support enterprise databases, preferably Oracle and PostgreSQL, in a mission-critical environment
- Keep database performance, security, backup and recovery, high availability and disaster recovery in order
- Design and deliver data integration pipelines and analytical data platforms such as a data warehouse or data mart
- Manage the organisation's networks, security controls and day-to-day IT operations
- Apply data governance, data quality and metadata practices across enterprise systems
- Work with technical teams and stakeholders to keep systems reliable, secure and well documented
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Position: Deputy Director (Senior Database Administrator) & Deputy Director (Networks)
Work: On-site
Salary: Market Competitive
Company: SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION OF PAKISTAN (SECP)
Work Location: Islamabad, Pakistan
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