NACTA Career Opportunities – Junior Analysts & Data Scientists (BS-17)
NACTA Career Opportunities – Junior Analysts & Data Scientists (BS-17) · Islamabad · Express,
Job advertisement published in Express on Friday, 18 September 2026, listed under Islamabad. Issued by NACTA Career Opportunities – Junior Analysts & Data Scientists (BS-17).
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National Counter Terrorism Authority (NACTA), Federal Government, invites applications from Pakistani nationals for multiple contract posts (initially six months) at the BS-17 level. Candidates must apply online via the National Jobs Portal: https://njp.gov.pk. Screening/tests and interviews will be conducted as per recruitment policy. Bring original documents at interview. No manual/hard copies will be accepted. Preference/experience requirements and quota distribution are noted for each post. Contact Director (HR/Admn) NACTA at (051-9217113) for queries.
| # | Position (BS) | No. of Posts | Age Limit | Key Qualifications & Experience | Quota / Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Junior Analyst (OSINT) (BS-17) | 1 | 30 + 5 = 35 years | 16 years of education in Computer Science, Cyber Security, Information Security, Digital Forensics, Data Science, Software Engineering or equivalent from an HEC‑recognized institution. Preference for experience in Open‑Source Intelligence (OSINT), Social Media Intelligence (SOCMINT), Geospatial Intelligence (GEOINT), Threat Intelligence, Digital Investigations and online research. Analytical reporting and relevant international certifications are an advantage. | Punjab = 1 |
| 2 | Junior Analyst (Technical Investigation) (BS-17) | 1 | 30 + 5 = 35 years | 16 years of education in Computer Science, Cyber Security, Information Technology, Digital Forensics, Software Engineering or equivalent from an HEC‑recognized institution. Experience in cyber investigations, malware analysis, digital forensics, network security, incident response and blockchain analysis preferred. Analytical reporting and relevant international certifications are an advantage. | Balochistan = 1 |
| 3 | Junior Analyst (Information Operations Monitoring) (BS-17) | 1 | 30 + 5 = 35 years | 16 years of education in International Relations, Media Studies, Mass Communication, Strategic Studies, Data Sciences or equivalent from an HEC‑recognized institution. Experience in monitoring online information environments, influence operations, disinformation analysis, social media analytics, sentiment analysis, narrative tracking, digital campaign analysis and strategic communication preferred. Knowledge of AI‑assisted monitoring platforms and data visualization tools is an added advantage. | Merit = 1 |
| 4 | Junior Analyst (AI Automation & Tool Development) (BS-17) | 1 | 30 + 5 = 35 years | 16 years of education in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Data Science, Machine Learning, Cyber Security or equivalent from an HEC‑recognized institution. Experience in Python programming, AI/ML model development, automation frameworks, Large Language Models (LLMs), Generative AI, API integration, workflow/dashboard automation, data engineering and cybersecurity automation tools preferred. Hands‑on cloud, DevOps and modern AI frameworks experience is an added advantage. | Punjab = 1 |
| 5 | Junior Analyst (EIW) (BS-17) | 1 | 30 + 5 = 35 years | 16 years of education in International Relations, Peace & Conflict Studies, Terrorism & Security Studies, Criminology, Psychology or Strategic Studies (HEC‑recognized). Relevant analytical/field experience will be preferred. | Sindh (R) = 1 |
| 6 | Junior Analyst (ORW) (BS-17) | 1 | 30 + 5 = 35 years | 16 years of education in Social/Applied Sciences and Law (except MBA and Economics) from an HEC‑recognized institution. Preference given to candidates with relevant analytical and investigative experience. | Sindh (R) = 1; Balochistan = 1 |
| 7 | Junior Analyst (CFT) (BS-17) | 2 | 30 + 5 = 35 years | 16 years of education in Banking, Finance, Economics, Commerce or MBA from an HEC‑recognized institution. Preference for candidates with experience in financial analysis, forensic accounting, AML/CFT, or related fields and familiarity with cryptocurrency analysis, blockchain technologies and data analytics. | Merit = 1; Ex-FATA = 1 |
| 8 | Junior Analyst (Software/AI Applications) (BS-17) | 3 | 30 + 5 = 35 years | 16 years of education in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Information Technology, Software Engineering, Data Science or Cyber Security from an HEC‑recognized institution. Experience in developing and managing AI/software applications, software development and related technologies preferred. | Punjab = 1; Sindh (U) = 1; Balochistan = 1 |
| 9 | Jr. Data Scientist (BS-17) | 3 | 30 + 5 = 35 years | 16 years of education in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Data Science, Statistics, Engineering or related disciplines from an HEC‑recognized institution. Experience in developing predictive models, analyzing large datasets and presenting actionable insights using advanced tools, LLMs, chatbots and related technologies preferred. | Merit = 1; Sindh (U) = 1; Sindh (R) = 1 |
Important application details & instructions
- Contract period initially six (06) months and likely to be made permanent based on performance evaluation.
- Apply online only through the National Jobs Portal: https://njp.gov.pk. Candidates applying for more than one post should apply online for each post separately. No manual/hard copy of application will be accepted by any office.
- Candidates will be required to bring original documents (educational, domicile, experience certificates etc.) on the date of interview.
- Screening/Skill tests (where required) will be conducted as per recruitment policy of the Federal Government. The Authority reserves the right not to fill any vacancy or to reduce/increase the number of vacancies.
- Candidates working in public sector organizations should apply through proper channel and submit Departmental Permission Certificates at the time of interview, otherwise they will not be allowed to participate.
- In addition to 5 years general age relaxation already allowed by the above table, further age relaxation shall be admissible as per rules where applicable.
- Minimum and maximum age shall be calculated on the closing date for receipt of applications. Information provided in the online application form will be verified; furnishing false/forged information may lead to cancellation of candidature and legal action.
- Only shortlisted candidates will be called for test/interview. No TA/DA will be admissible for test/interview.
- Last date for receipt of applications: 15 days from the date of publication of this advertisement (applicants must refer to the advertisement date to calculate the deadline).
- For queries contact Director (HR/Admn), NACTA: (051)‑9217113. Office address: Khayaban‑e‑Suhrawardy, G‑7/1, Islamabad.
Published in Express on Friday, 18 September 2026. DailyAds.pk indexes newspaper advertisements; the original notice and the issuing organisation remain the source for final terms and eligibility.
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