Security Lead / Architect – NeGD
Quick Info
- Vacancies
- Vacancies: 1
- Employment Type
- Employment Type: Contract
- Qualification
- Qualification: B.E./B.Tech. in Computer Science, IT, or Cybersecurity, or MCA, with mandatory professional security certifications (CISSP/CISM/CCSP).
- Experience Required
- Experience Required: Minimum 10 years of experience in application, platform, or cloud security with 3 years in a leadership role.
- Age Limit
- Age Limit: Upto 55 years
- Application Mode
- Application Mode: Online
- Deadline
- Deadline:
The Security Lead / Architect role is a critical cybersecurity position responsible for owning the end-to-end security architecture of national-level digital platforms. The chosen candidate will embed security into DevSecOps toolchains and ensure compliance with the DPDP Act 2023 and MeitY security policies. This post offers the chance to define secure coding standards and lead VAPT activities for large-scale government infrastructure. It is a premier opportunity for cybersecurity experts to implement Zero Trust architectures and protect the digital assets of the Digital India Programme.
- The position involves high-level coordination for STQC certifications and third-party security audits for enterprise platforms.
- Selected professionals will act as the technical authority over security engineering resources and incident response frameworks.
- The role requires deep familiarity with Government of India security frameworks including CERT-In guidelines and ISO 27001.
- Candidates will be responsible for operationalising data protection procedures and conducting Privacy Impact Assessments.
- The contract is initially for three years and provides a platform to work on cutting-edge AI security and emerging threat mitigation.
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Additional Salary Information
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Important Dates
Selection Process
Screening of applications based on qualifications and relevant experience Shortlisting of candidates for interview Personal Interview
Application Fees
Refer to the online application portal for fee details
Reservation
UR: 1
How to Apply
- Visit the official Digital India Corporation recruitment portal at https://ora.digitalindiacorporation.in/ Register yourself on the portal if you are a new user.
- Select the specific position you wish to apply for (Platform Engineering Head or Security Lead).
- Fill in all required educational and professional experience details accurately.
- Upload necessary documents including certifications and experience certificates.
- Submit the application form before the deadline of 27th July 2026.
- Candidates currently in government or PSU service must apply through the proper channel or provide a No Objection Certificate (NOC).
Frequently Asked Questions
A minimum of 10 years in application or cloud security is required, with at least 3 years in a Security Lead or Architect role.
The maximum age limit for the Security Lead / Architect position is 55 years.
Candidates must possess at least one certification from CISSP, CISM, CCSP, or AWS Certified Security – Specialty at the time of deployment.