Cyber Risk Management Department

State Bank of Pakistan; Karachi Division; On-site; PKR 1,200,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Job summary

State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) is seeking a Cyber Risk Specialist for the Cyber Risk Management Department in Karachi. The role focuses on supervising cyber risk for Regulated Entities, conducting on-site and off-site assessments, and liaising with stakeholders to address supervisory concerns.

Ideal candidates hold a 16-year degree in related fields with certifications like CISA, CISSP, or CISM preferred. Competitive compensation under SBP rules and online application by the stated deadline are

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in computer-related domains (Information Security, IT, CS, CE, Software Development).
• Preference for certifications such as CISA, CISSP, CISM.

Responsibilities

• Supervise cyber risk for Regulated Entities (REs).
• Conduct on-site and off-site cybersecurity assessments of REs to identify supervisory concerns.
• Coordinate with team members throughout assessments and communicate findings to senior management.

Skills

Cyber risk management

Cybersecurity

Regulatory coordination

Education

Bachelors/Masters in CS/IT/InfoSec

Job description

State Bank of Pakistan (SBP), the Central Bank, is looking for talented and energetic candidates for the contractual position in Cyber Risk Management Department (CRMD), based in Karachi.

Cyber Risk Specialist - Cyber Security Division

Key responsibilities of the incumbent will include, but not limited to, the following:

• Perform various activities for supervision of cyber risk of Regulated Entities (REs).
• Conduct on-site and off-site cybersecurity assessments of REs to identify key areas of supervisory concern.
• Work in close coordination with team members throughout the assessment process.
• Assist in preparation and dissemination of updates on cyber risk for senior management and/or supervisory divisions.
• Liaise with internal and external stakeholders on matters related to cyber risk.
• Provide feedback on policy matters as and when required.
• Stay up to date with developments in technology and cybersecurity.
• Maintain relevant files and records.
• Perform any other work assigned by the Divisional Head or management.

Eligibility Criteria:

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree (16 years of education) in computer related domains such as Information Security, Information Technology, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Software Development, etc. from reputable HEC recognized domestic or foreign university.

Preference will be given to candidates having related professional certifications such as CISA, CISSP and CISM.

Compensation:

Competitive compensation package, as per the State Bank rules.

Application Procedure:

Interested candidates meeting the above-stated eligibility criteria may submit their applications online on https://www.sbp.org.pk/careers. Last date of application submission is June 16, 2025. Applications, which are not in accordance with defined requirements in the advertisement, will not be entertained. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

We are an equal opportunity employer. Females, candidates from minorities, transgender persons and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Any candidate who misinforms, attempts to influence the recruitment process in any manner, tries to obtain support for his/her candidature by inappropriate means or tampers with evidence of his/her age, educational and other certificates, shall be disqualified from the current and any future recruitment process at the Bank; even if the candidate is otherwise eligible.