Public Procurement Regulatory Authority (PPRA) Hiring: Chief Information Security Officer (CISO)

Public Procurement Regulatory Authority (PPRA); Pakistan; On-site; PKR 1,800,000 - 2,400,000; Part time

Job summary

Public Procurement Regulatory Authority (PPRA) seeks a Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) on a contract basis to lead the organization’s cybersecurity strategy, governance, and roadmap. The role focuses on aligning with PISF and government requirements, guiding risk priorities, and maintaining a robust security program across PPRA’s digital estate.

The candidate should hold an MS in a relevant field, possess CISM or CISSP, and have 10+ years of post-qualification cybersecurity experience,

Qualifications

• Minimum MS (18 years) in Computer Science, Cyber Security, IT, SW Eng., or CE from a recognized university.
• Mandatory CISM or CISSP certification.
• Minimum 10 years of relevant cybersecurity experience, incl. 5+ years in lead/managerial roles.

Responsibilities

• Lead PPRA-wide cybersecurity strategy, governance, policies, standards, and security roadmap.
• Advise senior management on cybersecurity risks, threats, and posture.
• Oversee risk management, incident response, vulnerability management, identity and privileged access security, and security compliance.
• Provide security oversight for PPRA applications, data, networks, cloud and local environments, and third-party/managed security services.
• Ensure secure development practices, security assessments, and timely remediation of risks.
• Coordinate with government cybersecurity authorities, regulators, auditors, and service providers; report posture and incidents.

Skills

Cybersecurity leadership

Security governance

Incident response

Risk management

Education

MS in Computer Science/Cyber Security/IT/Software Engineering/Computer Engineering

Tools

CISM Certification

CISSP Certification

Job description

About the Job

Public Procurement Regulatory Authority (PPRA) has announced 1 vacancy for the post of Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) (Lump-sum pay).

Job Details

• Department / Organisation: Public Procurement Regulatory Authority (PPRA)
• Post: Chief Information Security Officer (CISO)
• Grade: Lump-sum pay
• Job type: Contract
• Vacancies: 1
• Qualification: Qualification: Minimum MS (18 years of education) in Computer Science, Cyber Security, Information Security, Information Technology, Software Engineering, or Computer Engineering from an HEC-recognized high-ranked university/institution and foreign universities. Higher qualification in the relevant field shall be preferred. Mandatory Certification: CISM or CISSP. Experience: Minimum 10 years of relevant and verifiable post-qualification professional experience in information/cybersecurity, including at least 5 years in a lead/managerial cybersecurity position. Max. Age Limit: 55 Years Job Description: Lead PPRA-wide cybersecurity strategy, governance, policies, standards, and security roadmap in accordance with PISF and applicable Government requirements. Advise senior management on cybersecurity risks, threats, priorities, and overall security posture. Oversee cybersecurity risk management, incident response, vulnerability management, identity and privileged access security, and security compliance. Provide security oversight for PPRA applications, data, networks, cloud and local environments, and third-party/managed security services. Ensure application-level security, secure development practices, security assessments, and timely remediation of identified risks. Oversee cybersecurity audits, compliance reviews, and security requirements for business continuity and disaster recovery. Coordinate with relevant Government cybersecurity authorities, regulators, auditors, and service providers, as required. Report cybersecurity posture, significant risks, and incidents to the Competent Authority and relevant management forums. Perform any other cybersecurity responsibility assigned by the Competent Authority.
• Age limit: Up to 55 years
• Location: Pakistan
• Last date to apply: 20 Nov 2026