Deputy Manager (Cyber Security)

REQUIRED QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE: • Sixteen (16) years of education or Master’s degree in IT, Computer/Software Engineering, Telecommunications, Information Security, Electrical Engineering or a related discipline (with at least 60% marks) from duly recognized university by the Higher Education Commission (HEC) of Pakistan. • The candidate must possess 5 years of relevant IT experience from private sector or BPS-17 and above from Govt. / Semi Govt./Autonomous Body. REMUNERATION: The positions are offered market based lump sum package. TENURE: The employment will be on an open contract on lump sum pay package, with six months’ probation period. JOB DESCRIPTION: • Development and implementation of organization's overall cybersecurity strategy and roadmap. • Manage and prioritize cybersecurity projects and initiatives. • Conduct regular assessments of the cybersecurity program's effectiveness and recommend improvements. • Oversee the development and implementation of cybersecurity policies, procedures, and controls. • Lead the cybersecurity team in responding to security incidents, containing threats and minimizing damage. • Conduct incident investigations and forensics to identify root causes and implement corrective actions. • Develop and update incident response plans and procedures. • Ensure compliance with cybersecurity regulations and standards (e.g., NEPRA/NEP 2023-27). • Conduct compliance audits and assessments. • Manage and respond to regulatory inquiries. • Stay informed about emerging cybersecurity threats and vulnerabilities. • Develop and disseminate threat intelligence reports to stakeholders. • Conduct cybersecurity awareness training for employees. NOTE: a) Only short listed candidates will be called for interview b) LESCO is an equal opportunity employer c) Incomplete application will not be considered and any or all applications can be rejected without assigning any reason. d) Job specific certifications and relevant experience of the candidate with LESCO will be given advantage in view of institutional memory and knowledge of LESCO Business. e) Serving employees should apply through proper channel. Advance copy of the application, however, may be forwarded without obtaining NOC. The candidate will not be allowed to appear in the interview, if he fails to produce NOC from concerned department. f) Original documents must be presented by the candidates at the time of interview. g) LESCO reserves the right to withhold the whole recruitment process at any stage without assigning any reason. h) The above mentioned positions are purely contractual in nature, non-pensionable, no long term benefit and shall not be converted into permanent position at any stage. i) The applications submitted by the candidates will be at risk and cost of the applicant. Any information found bogus at any stage, during induction or later in service, will result in termination of candidature or employment thereof. j) No application will be accepted by hand. k) Last date for submission of application is 18.05.2026. l) Job descriptions/responsibilities of above post(s) is/are also available on LESCO website www.lesco.gov.pk/Career