About the role
Pakistan Airports Authority (PAA) invites applications from competent and eligible candidates for five regular Assistant Director positions in information technology under Situation Vacant Notice No. 05/2026. Appointments will be based strictly on merit and suitability.
These positions are under the Defined Contribution Scheme, subject to approval by the competent authority. Selected candidates must serve anywhere in Pakistan according to PAA's requirements.
Posts and vacancies
Each position has one vacancy under the merit quota. The pay scale for each position is Rs. 56,280–5,630–168,880.
1. Assistant Director / IT Network Engineer — EG-01: One vacancy.
2. Assistant Director / IT Operations Engineer — EG-01: One vacancy.
3. Assistant Director IT (Technology Transformation) — EG-01: One vacancy.
4. Assistant Director IT (Cyber Security) — FG-01: One vacancy.
5. Assistant Director IT (Software Development — Full Stack) — EG-01: One vacancy.
PAA reserves the right to amend, increase, decrease or abolish any or all of these positions without assigning a reason.
Eligibility
Candidates must hold domicile of the relevant province or region. The maximum age for every position is 30 years, with age relaxation according to government rules.
Assistant Director / IT Network Engineer
Applicants must have a BS/BE in Computer Science, Electronics, Communication, Information Technology or an equivalent discipline, with at least second division and a minimum of 16 years of education. At least three years of post-qualification experience in managing and monitoring corporate IT networks and resolving faults or complaints is required.
Candidates must understand Layer 2 and Layer 3 protocols and technologies, including TCP/IP versions 4 and 6 and related protocols. They must be able to monitor network security threats and vulnerabilities and recommend risk mitigation solutions. Strong communication and documentation skills, together with awareness of software and database concepts, are required. Candidates with CCNA, CCNP or JNCIA network certifications will receive preference.
Assistant Director / IT Operations Engineer
Applicants must have a BS/BE in Computer Science, Electronics, Communication, Information Technology or an equivalent discipline, with at least second division and a minimum of 16 years of education. At least three years of post-qualification experience managing IT operations in a large organization is required.
Required capabilities include installing, configuring, testing and maintaining operating systems, application software and system management tools; knowledge of networks and cloud computing; and monitoring and testing applications for optimal performance. Candidates must have good communication and problem-solving skills, be able to manage helpdesk services, manage vendor contracts such as service-level agreements and software licences, and handle IT procurement, including hardware analysis and request-for-proposal preparation.
Assistant Director IT (Technology Transformation)
Applicants must have a BS/BE in Computer Science, Electronics, Communication, Information Technology or Business Studies, with at least second division and a minimum of 16 years of education, or a BBA in Business Analytics or Information Technology. At least three years of post-qualification experience in researching and analysing cutting-edge IT technologies, assessing current and future organizational needs, and proposing IT-driven solutions is required.
Candidates must understand procurement rules and EPADS and have good knowledge of logistics and public-sector tender procedures. They must be able to conduct feasibility studies, prepare requests for proposals, perform financial and technical analyses, and prepare and manage contracts. Knowledge of project management, documentation, audit procedures and responses to audit observations is required, along with strong communication and negotiation skills and an understanding of industry trends.
Assistant Director IT (Cyber Security)
Applicants must have a BS/BE in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Cyber Security, Information Security, Information Technology or an equivalent discipline, with at least second division and a minimum of 16 years of education. At least three years of post-qualification experience in cyber security operations is required.
Candidates must understand information security standards, including ISO/IEC 27001 and the NIST Cybersecurity Framework. Required capabilities include gap analysis, risk assessment, vulnerability assessment and penetration testing. Candidates must be able to implement, monitor and maintain information security policies, procedures and standards aligned with ISO/IEC 27001 and organizational requirements. Familiarity with audit procedures and preparing replies to audit observations is required, together with strong communication, negotiation, analytical and problem-solving skills.
Assistant Director IT (Software Development — Full Stack)
Applicants must have a BS/BE in Information Technology, Computer Science or Software Engineering, with at least second division and a minimum of 16 years of education. At least three years of post-qualification experience in full-stack development in a reputable organization is required, using ASP.NET MVC, .NET Core, C#, VB.NET, Python, Angular, React and Flutter.
Candidates must have practical experience with DevOps, CI/CD, Docker or Kubernetes containerization, and Git version control. Strong working knowledge of software quality assurance methodologies, automated testing tools and software development life-cycle practices is required. Applicants must also have experience in SQL/NoSQL database design and management and integrating APIs with enterprise applications. They must be able to maintain technical documentation and collaborate with cross-functional teams.
How to apply
Read the Terms of Reference available on the PAA website before applying. Complete and submit the online job application form at **www.paa.gov.pk/** within 15 days of 23 October 2026.
Upload your CV with a photograph, PDF copies of the required certificates or degree, and your CNIC with the online application. Applications without these documents will be rejected.
At the time of submitting the online application, deposit a non-refundable test fee of Rs. 500 into the following account:
- Bank: Allied Bank of Pakistan
- Account title: Pakistan Airports Authority
- Account number: 0010011740150017
- IBAN: PK03ABPA0010011740150017
Candidates applying for multiple positions must pay a separate fee for each post. Applications without the required fee will not be considered.
The contact office is the Senior Additional Director HR (TM), Headquarters Pakistan Airports Authority, Terminal-I, Jinnah International Airport, Karachi. Telephone: 021-99072067. Website: J92LINK0X.
Important dates
The application period is 15 days from 23 October 2026. Submit the online application by 7 November 2026.
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