NACTA Jobs 2026 have been announced by the National Counter Terrorism Authority (NACTA), Islamabad for qualified professionals on a contract basis. The recruitment includes 14 BS-17 Analyst and Data Science positions in fields including Cyber Security, Artificial Intelligence, Information Operations Monitoring, Technical Investigations, Open Source Intelligence (OSINT), Counter Terrorism Financing (CFT) and Data Science. Candidates can apply online through the National Job Portal (NJP). The last date to apply is 02 October 2026.
NACTA Jobs 2026 Overview
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Organization | National Counter Terrorism Authority (NACTA) |
| Location | Islamabad |
| Total Posts | 14 |
| Job Type | Contract |
| Initial Contract Period | 06 Months |
| Positions | Junior Analyst & Data Scientist |
| Grade | BS-17 |
| Application Method | Online through NJP |
| Last Date | 02 October 2026 |
NACTA Jobs 2026 Vacancies
| Position | Posts | Quota |
|---|---|---|
| Junior Analyst (OSINT) | 01 | Punjab |
| Junior Analyst (Technical Investigations) | 01 | Balochistan |
| Junior Analyst (Information Operations Monitoring) | 01 | Merit |
| Junior Analyst (AI & Automation Tool Development) | 01 | Punjab |
| Junior Analyst (IFW) | 01 | Sindh (R) |
| Junior Analyst (ORW) | 02 | Sindh (R) / Balochistan |
| Junior Analyst (CFT) | 02 | Merit / Ex-FATA |
| Junior Analyst (AI) | 03 | Punjab / Sindh (U) |
| Jr. Data Scientist | 02 | Merit / Sindh (U) |
| Total | 14 |
Junior Analyst (OSINT) – BS-17
Posts: 01
Age Limit: 30 + 5 = 35 Years
Qualification
16 years education in:
- Computer Science
- Cyber Security
- Information Security
- Digital Forensics
- Data Science
- Software Engineering
- Relevant field
from an HEC-approved institution.
Experience & Skills
Candidates having experience in:
- Open Source Intelligence (OSINT)
- Social Media Intelligence (SOCMINT)
- Geospatial Intelligence (GEOINT)
- Threat Intelligence
- Digital Investigations
- Online Research
will be preferred.
Analytical reporting skills and relevant international certifications will be considered an advantage.
Junior Analyst (Technical Investigations) – BS-17
Posts: 01
Age Limit: 30 + 5 = 35 Years
Qualification
16 years education in:
- Computer Science
- Cyber Security
- Information Technology
- Digital Forensics
- Software Engineering
or equivalent qualification.
Experience
Experience in:
- Cyber investigations
- Malware analysis
- Digital forensics
- Network security
- Incident response
will be preferred.
Junior Analyst (Information Operations Monitoring) – BS-17
Posts: 01
Age Limit: 30 + 5 = 35 Years
Qualification
16 years education in:
- International Relations
- Media Studies
- Mass Communication
- Strategic Studies
- Data Science
- Related fields
Experience
Experience in:
- Online information monitoring
- Information operations
- Disinformation analysis
- Social media analytics
- Sentiment analysis
- Narrative tracking
will be preferred.
Junior Analyst (AI & Automation Tool Development) – BS-17
Posts: 01
Age Limit: 30 + 5 = 35 Years
Qualification
16 years education in:
- Artificial Intelligence
- Computer Science
- Software Engineering
- Data Science
- Machine Learning
- Cyber Security
Skills
Experience in:
- Python programming
- AI/ML model development
- Automation frameworks
- Large Language Models (LLMs)
- Generative AI applications
- Dashboard development
- Data engineering
will be preferred.
Junior Analyst (IFW) – BS-17
Posts: 01
Age Limit: 30 + 5 = 35 Years
Qualification
16 years education in:
- IR
- Peace & Conflict Studies
- Terrorism Studies
- Criminology
- Psychology
- Strategic Studies
from an HEC-approved institution.
Preference will be given to candidates having experience in:
- Social media monitoring
- Intelligence analysis
- Law enforcement-related research
Junior Analyst (ORW) – BS-17
Posts: 02
Age Limit: 30 + 5 = 35 Years
Qualification
16 years education in:
- Political Science
- International Relations
- Law
- International Security
- MBA Finance/Economics
Experience in:
- Intelligence analysis
- Open-source research
- Structured analytical techniques
will be preferred.
Junior Analyst (CFT) – BS-17
Posts: 02
Age Limit: 30 + 5 = 35 Years
Qualification
16 years education in:
- Banking
- Finance
- Economics
- Commerce
- Relevant fields
Experience
Preference will be given to candidates having experience in:
- Financial investigations
- Financial crimes
- Anti-money laundering
- Cryptocurrency analysis
- Blockchain technology
- Artificial Intelligence
Junior Analyst (AI) – BS-17
Posts: 03
Age Limit: 30 + 5 = 35 Years
Qualification
16 years education in:
- Computer Science
- Artificial Intelligence
- Information Technology
- Software Engineering
- Data Science
- Cyber Security
Experience
Experience in:
- AI development
- Machine learning
- Software development
- Data science projects
will be preferred.
Jr. Data Scientist
Posts: 02
Qualification
16 years education in:
- Computer Science
- Artificial Intelligence
- Data Science
- Statistics
- Mathematics
- Software Engineering
Experience
Experience in:
- Predictive modelling
- Large dataset analysis
- Data visualization
- LLMs
- Chatbots
- Modern AI technologies
will be preferred.
NACTA Jobs 2026 Contract Details
- The advertised positions are offered on a contract basis for an initial period of six months.
- The contract may continue based on performance evaluation and organizational requirements.
How to Apply for NACTA Jobs 2026
Eligible candidates must apply online through the National Job Portal (NJP).
Candidates applying for more than one post must submit a separate application for each position.
No manual or hard-copy application will be accepted.
Important Instructions
- Applications must be submitted online through NJP.
- Candidates must provide accurate information in the application form.
- Original documents will be required during the interview process.
- Screening/skill tests will be conducted according to Government policy where required.
- Age calculation will be based on the closing date of applications.
- Government employees must apply through proper channel.
- Only shortlisted candidates will be called for test/interview.
- No TA/DA will be admissible.
- Security clearance will be required for finally selected candidates.
- NACTA reserves the right to increase/decrease vacancies or cancel the recruitment process.
NACTA Jobs 2026 Last Date
- The last date to apply for NACTA Jobs 2026 is 02 October 2026.
- Candidates should complete their online application through NJP before the deadline.
FAQs About NACTA Jobs 2026
How many vacancies are available in NACTA Jobs 2026?
A total of 14 Analyst and Data Scientist posts are available.
What positions are announced?
The vacancies include:
- Junior Analyst (OSINT)
- Junior Analyst (Technical Investigations)
- Junior Analyst (Information Operations Monitoring)
- Junior Analyst (AI & Automation Tool Development)
- Junior Analyst (IFW)
- Junior Analyst (ORW)
- Junior Analyst (CFT)
- Junior Analyst (AI)
- Junior Data Scientist
What is the job type?
These are contract-based positions.
How can candidates apply?
Candidates must apply online through the National Job Portal (NJP).
What is the last date?
The last date is 02 October 2026.
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