NICL CISO Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online

Start date for receiving applications: 15th July 2026 Last date for receiving applications: 31st July 2026 Cut-off date for eligibility criteria (age, qualification, experience): 1st July 2026 The notification does not mention a separate written exam date, as the selection process consists only of screening/shortlisting followed by a personal interview. The interview date and venue will be communicated separately to shortlisted candidates.

The candidate must be a citizen of India. Essential: An Engineering Graduate / Post-Graduate Engineer or MCA (Master of Computer Applications). At least one of the following professional certifications: Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) Certified Information Security Manager (CISM) Certified Chief Information Security Officer (CCISO) Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) Candidates must have 15 years of experience in Technology functions , with at least 10 years of demonstrable experience in network and cybersecurity domains as on 01-07-2026. Of this, a mandatory minimum of 10 years must be in Leadership Roles encompassing: SOC (Security Operations Center) transformation Enterprise-wide cybersecurity strategy execution BFSI/public sector digital security transformation This must include key functions such as Security Solution Architecture covering Informa

As per the notification, the selection process comprises: Preliminary screening and shortlisting based on the eligibility criteria, candidate's qualifications, experience, etc. submitted with the application. Personal Interview for shortlisted candidates. The notification clarifies that mere eligibility, shortlisting, and appearance in the interview do not imply that NICL is satisfied about a candidate's eligibility, and it does not vest any right in a candidate for selection. NICL reserves the right to reject any candidature at any stage if the candidate is found ineligible or has furnished incorrect/false information. The candidature is purely provisional and subject to verification of documents/testimonials. No written examination has been mentioned in the notification.

Candidates shortlisted for the interview will need to produce documents for verification, though the detailed document checklist will be informed separately along with the interview date and venue. Based on the notification, candidates should specifically note: Candidates serving in Government/Quasi-Government Offices/Public Sector Undertakings (including Nationalized Banks and Financial Institutions) must produce a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from their employer at the time of interview. In the absence of an NOC, their candidature will not be considered. Original documents and testimonials for verification, as admission to the Personal Interview is purely provisional without prior verification of documents.

Candidates must ensure they fulfil all eligibility criteria (age, qualification, experience) as on the cut-off date of 1st July 2026 before applying. If a candidate qualifies in the selection process but is later found ineligible, their candidature will be cancelled, and if already appointed, their services will be terminated without notice or compensation. NICL reserves the right to modify, amend, reverse, or cancel any provision of the engagement process, including eligibility criteria. NICL may, at its sole discretion, re-hold the interview if deemed necessary. Any dispute arising from this recruitment shall be subject to the sole jurisdiction of the Court(s) situated in Kolkata. NICL reserves the right to place the selected candidate in any functional area of the corporation other than the one advertised, if found suitable. Only candidates willing to serve anywhere in India should ap