EMPLOYER
National Database and Registration Authority (NADRA)
JOB TYPE
Full Time
Job Category
Information Technology / Software / ICT
Posted On
24 March, 2026
Apply Before
29 March, 2026
Job has Expired
Assistant Director (Network Engineer – Soft VPN Project)
Full Job DetailsJob Description
🎂 Age Limit: 37 Years (including 5 years general age relaxation)
A reputable public sector organization is seeking a skilled and motivated Assistant Director (Network Engineer – Soft VPN Project) to support and manage secure network connectivity and Soft VPN infrastructure. The role requires strong expertise in firewall administration, routing & switching, and ensuring seamless VPN user access within enterprise production environments.
Educational Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree (4 Years) in Computer Science / Information Technology / Telecom Engineering / Software Engineering or a related discipline
- Minimum 16 years of HEC-verified education is mandatory
- Master’s degree will be preferred
- All academic degrees must be attested by HEC / relevant educational boards
Professional Experience
- Minimum 3 years of post-qualification experience in Communications & Networks
- Relevant certifications such as CCNA / CCNP will be considered an added advantage
Key Responsibilities
- Configure, administer, and maintain firewall services and Soft VPN connectivity
- Deploy and manage network firewalls and switches across Aggregation, Core, and Perimeter environments
- Ensure uninterrupted SVPN user connectivity and perform advanced troubleshooting for network issues
- Manage VPN groups, IP addressing schemes, and user access provisioning
- Lead and coordinate with Infrastructure, Support, and Security teams to meet operational objectives
- Implement and support routing and switching protocols across enterprise networks
Required Competencies
- Strong technical expertise in network security and VPN solutions
- Effective team leadership and stakeholder coordination skills
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and technical problem-solving abilities
- Ability to perform in high-availability production environments
Terms & Conditions
- Appointment will be made on a contract basis, including a 6-month probation period (extendable if required)
- Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for test/interview
- Candidates providing false information will be disqualified at any stage
- Government/Semi-Government employees must submit a valid NOC at the time of application
- Selected candidates must provide Medical Fitness and Character Certificates
- No TA/DA will be admissible for test/interview
- Attested degrees must be presented at the time of interview
- Females, Minorities, Transgender persons, and Differently-abled candidates are strongly encouraged to apply
- Electronic gadgets (mobile phones, smart watches, etc.) will not be allowed during the test/interview
- Only online applications will be accepted