Assistant Director (Network Engineer - Core Networks)
National Database and Registration Authority (NADRA)
- Last date to apply
- 27 Sept 2026
- Published on
- 13 Sept 2026
- Total posts
- 1
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Job nature
- Contract
- Shift
- Morning
- Category
- Information Technology
- Region
- Federal
- Unit / wing
- Lahore Region
Location
- Islamabad, Federal
About this vacancy
NADRA Lahore Region requires an Assistant Director (Network Engineer - Core Networks) on a contractual basis, posted at Islamabad. The role covers operations, troubleshooting and optimisation of core network elements with 24/7 support responsibility. National Database and Registration Authority (NADRA) has advertised a post of Assistant Director (Network Engineer - Core Networks) in Federal. Place of posting: Islamabad, Federal.
- Post
- Assistant Director (Network Engineer - Core Networks)
- Department
- National Database and Registration Authority (NADRA)
- Total posts
- 1
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Job nature
- Contract
- Category
- Information Technology
- Region
- Federal
- Unit / wing
- Lahore Region
- Last date to apply
- 27 Sept 2026
Duties and responsibilities
- Provide technical expertise in Layer 2/3 switches, core firewalls, WAF, switches and IDS/IPS
- Manage routine operations and troubleshooting for core network elements
- Perform network optimization including bandwidth monitoring, QoS, health checks, SLA monitoring, preventive maintenance and incident management
- Oversee implementation, commissioning and RMA processes for network hardware
- Ensure physical infrastructure standards including cabling and equipment mounting
- Conduct redundancy testing, backups and restoration verification
- Implement information security tasks including encryption and firewalling for assigned network elements
- Maintain comprehensive documentation (SOPs, IP schemes, engineering drawings and manuals)
- Manage inventory, vendor SLAs and coordination with audit, HQ and other teams
- Monitor performance and provide 24/7 support including shift work and weekend availability
Eligibility criteria
- Bachelor - B.S(Software Engineering), Bachelor of Information Technology, B.S COMPUTER SCIENCE, BE Telecom Engineering, BS Computer Engineering, in Computer Science, Information Technology, Telecom Engineering, Software Engineering, recognised by HEC
- Bachelor's (4 years) in Computer Science/Information Technology/Telecom Engineering/Software Engineering or equivalent
- Degrees must be attested by HEC
- Minimum 3 years of experience in network operations
- Strong communication, problem-solving and multi-tasking skills
- 6 months probation period extendable subject to performance
Experience required
- Required experience: At least 3 years
- Minimum 3 years of experience in network operations
Age limit
- Male: 18 – 37 years
- Female: 18 – 37 years
- Transgender: 18 – 37 years
Age is normally counted as at the closing date given in the official advertisement. Any relaxation shown above applies only where the advertisement allows it - it is never automatic.
Selection process and test pattern
- Written or screening test
- Interview
- Medical examination
- Paper type: Mcqs
Only shortlisted candidates will be called for test/interview. Electronic gadgets such as mobile phones and smart watches are not allowed during test/interview.
Required documents
- CNIC
- HEC Attested Degrees/Certificates
- Experience Certificates
- Educational Documents
- Medical Fitness Certificate
- Character Certificate
- NOC (for government employees)
How to apply
- Sign in with PAKID on the NADRA careers portal
- Complete the online application form
- Upload required documents
- Submit application online before the deadline