KCBL Jobs 2026 – Latest Career Opportunities in Gilgit-Baltistan
Karakoram Cooperative Bank Limited (KCBL) has announced new career opportunities for qualified, experienced, and motivated professionals in its IT and Audit departments. Candidates with relevant academic qualifications and professional experience are encouraged to apply for these positions at the bank's Head Office in Gilgit.
The appointments will initially be made on a one-year contractual basis, which may be regularized upon successful completion of the contract period.
About Karakoram Cooperative Bank Limited
Karakoram Cooperative Bank Limited (KCBL) was established in 1956 and is one of the leading financial institutions in Gilgit-Baltistan. The bank provides financial services through its regional network, including services in remote areas of the region.
KCBL Jobs 2026 – Job Details
Organization: Karakoram Cooperative Bank Limited (KCBL)
Job Location: Head Office, Gilgit, Gilgit-Baltistan, Pakistan
Departments: Information Technology and Audit
Employment Type: One-year contract, with possible regularization
Application Deadline: 12 November 2026
Application Method: Submit your CV, application, required documents, and certificates to the Head Office of Karakoram Cooperative Bank Limited, Gilgit.
1. Assistant Manager/Deputy Manager IT Security
Required Qualifications
- Master's degree or 16 years of education in Computer Science, IT, Software/Computer Engineering, Cyber Security, or a related field from an HEC-recognized university.
- A minimum of 8–10 years of relevant progressive experience in developing, maintaining, and implementing enterprise information security in a bank.
- Active CISM, CISA, or CISSP certification is required. Additional certifications are an advantage.
Key Experience and Responsibilities
- Manage and secure enterprise security infrastructure, including Next Generation Firewalls (NGFW), Web Application Firewalls (WAF), VPN solutions, Network Access Control (NAC), Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR), and security monitoring platforms.
- Apply SBP Enterprise Technology Governance and Risk Management Framework requirements.
- Implement operational risk management and regulatory cybersecurity controls applicable to banks and financial institutions.
- Develop, implement, monitor, and maintain information security policies, SOPs, and controls aligned with SBP regulations, ISO 27001, COBIT, and NIST cybersecurity frameworks.
- Conduct security assessments and monitor the protection of Core Banking Systems (CBS), ATM switches, Internet Banking, Mobile Banking, payment systems, API integrations, digital banking platforms, and third-party fintech applications.
2. Assistant Manager/Deputy Manager Application Support
Required Qualifications
- Master's degree or 16 years of education in Computer Science, Information Technology, Software Engineering, or a related field from an HEC-recognized university.
- A minimum of 8–10 years of relevant IT experience, with strong hands-on experience supporting Core Banking Systems (CBS) or other enterprise banking applications.
Key Experience and Responsibilities
- Provide support for Core Banking Systems, including issue resolution, parameter management, user support, product configuration, and application monitoring.
- Manage End of Day (EOD), Start of Day (SOD), and other critical banking application processes.
- Ensure timely completion of production processes and resolution of application issues.
- Understand branch banking workflows and provide functional support to CBS users across branches and the Head Office.
- Manage user rights, roles, and system access according to internal SOPs and regulatory controls.
- Understand banking operations, transaction processing, general ledger integration, reconciliation processes, and interfaces between CBS and other banking systems.
3. IT Auditor (Deputy Manager)
Required Qualifications
- Master's degree or an equivalent qualification representing 16 years of education from an HEC-recognized institution in a relevant field.
- CISA (Certified Information Systems Auditor) or an equivalent recognized IT Audit certification.
- A minimum of 5–8 years of relevant experience as an IT Auditor.
Key Experience and Responsibilities
- Demonstrate sound expertise in ISACA/COBIT, ISO/IEC 27001, and COSO frameworks, including their practical application in IT audit and internal controls.
- Maintain a strong understanding of banking technology and systems, including Core Banking Systems (CBS), ATM networks, Internet and Mobile Banking, RTGS, SWIFT, card systems, and related payment channels.
- Understand key banking products and operations, including loans and financing, deposits, term deposit receipts (TDRs), and applicable State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) Prudential Regulations.
- Demonstrate comprehensive knowledge of IT policies, procedures, controls, risk management, IT governance structures, and regulatory compliance requirements.
- Plan and conduct IT audits, assess IT controls and risks, identify control weaknesses, and prepare clear audit observations and recommendations.
How to Apply for KCBL Jobs 2026
Interested candidates should submit their applications/CVs along with all required documents and certificates to:
Human Resources Department
Karakoram Cooperative Bank Limited (KCBL)
Head Office, Gilgit, Gilgit-Baltistan, Pakistan
Contact Numbers: 457972, 454755
Applicants must clearly mention the position applied for. Make sure your application includes the relevant educational documents, professional certifications, and experience details required for the position.
Application Deadline: 12 November 2026
The advertisement does not specify an email address or an online application portal. Candidates should contact the bank's HR Department to confirm the accepted submission procedure before sending their applications.
Important Instructions
- Applicants must meet the prescribed eligibility criteria and experience requirements.
- Incomplete applications or applications from candidates who do not meet the required criteria may not be considered.
- Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview.
- Appointments will initially be made on a one-year contractual basis, with possible regularization after successful completion of the contract period.
- Clearly mention the position title when submitting your application.
Conclusion
Karakoram Cooperative Bank Limited offers career opportunities for experienced professionals in IT Security, Application Support, and IT Audit. Candidates with relevant qualifications, professional certifications, and banking-sector experience should prepare their documents and apply before the closing date.
Disclaimer: This job post is prepared from the supplied KCBL recruitment advertisement. Applicants should confirm the submission procedure and any additional requirements with the bank's HR Department.
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