Job Description

🚀 Role Overview

Step into a strategic leadership role where cybersecurity meets innovation. As the Unit Head – Cyber Security Assurance & Resilience, you will architect and lead enterprise-wide security frameworks, strengthen resilience strategies, and drive AI-powered threat intelligence in one of Pakistan’s leading Islamic banks.

🎓 Eligibility Criteria

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree (Master’s preferred) in Information Security, Computer Science, or a related field from an HEC-recognized institution
Professional certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or CISA are highly preferred
Qualification in Islamic Finance will be considered a plus

🧠 Core Skills

Cybersecurity Assurance & Resilience
AI-Driven Threat Detection & Response
Regulatory Compliance & Risk Management
Strategic Leadership & Stakeholder Communication

💼 Experience Required

10–15+ years of progressive experience in cybersecurity
Prior experience in banking or other highly regulated sectors preferred

🔑 Key Responsibilities

Design and implement enterprise cybersecurity frameworks with continuous monitoring and control effectiveness
Lead cyber resilience strategies, including disaster recovery and incident response planning
Leverage AI/ML technologies for proactive threat detection and automated response
Ensure compliance with regulatory standards and support internal/external audits
Present cybersecurity risk insights and resilience metrics to senior leadership
Oversee third-party security assessments and embed security across all tech initiatives
Mentor teams and guide stakeholders on evolving cyber and AI-driven strategies

🏢 Department

Information Security Department – Risk Management Group

📍 Location

Head Office, Karachi

⏳ Application Deadline

April 20, 2026

📌 Job Details

Address: C-25, Estate Avenue, Karachi, Sindh, Pakistan

👉 Apply Now

Take the lead in shaping the future of cybersecurity resilience. Join Meezan Bank and secure tomorrow, today.