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National Insurance Company Limited (NICL) Recruitment 2026

National Insurance Company Limited (NICL) Recruitment 2026

National Insurance Company Limited (NICL) has announced a new job vacancy for the post of Chief Information Security Officer (CISO). This is an excellent career opportunity for job seekers. Check the eligibility, salary details, and vacancy information. Don’t miss this chance—apply now for the latest recruitment!

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Deadline

31st July

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Published

20th July 2026

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National Insurance Company Limited Recruitment 2026 for Chief Information Security Officer (CISO)

National Insurance Company Limited (NICL), a Government of India Undertaking and India's oldest General Insurance Company, has invited applications for the post of Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) on a contractual basis. Eligible candidates can submit their applications along with testimonials through email before the prescribed last date.

National Insurance Company Limited (NICL) is a Government of India Undertaking engaged in providing a wide range of insurance services across the country. The organization has released an official notification for the engagement of one Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) on a contractual basis in the cadre of Deputy General Manager.

Organization Details

Organization Name (English) National Insurance Company Limited (NICL)
Organization Name (Hindi) नेशनल इंश्योरेंस कंपनी लिमिटेड
Organization Type Government of India Undertaking
CIN U10200WB1906GOI001713
Established 1906
Official Website https://nationalinsurance.nic.co.in

Registered and Head Office Address

Street Address Premises No. 18-0374, Plot No. CBD-81, New Town
City Kolkata
State West Bengal
Country India
Postal Code 700156
Place of Posting Head Office, Kolkata

Post Details

Designation (English) Designation (Hindi) Total Vacancies Reservation Category Employment Type
Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) मुख्य सूचना एवं सुरक्षा अधिकारी (सीआईएसओ) 1 (One) Unreserved (UR) Contract Basis

Nature of Appointment

The appointment of the Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) shall be purely contractual in nature in the cadre of Deputy General Manager.
Cadre Deputy General Manager (DGM)
Contract Type Contractual Appointment
Initial Contract Period 03 (Three) Years
Extension of Contract The contract may be extended for an additional period of 02 (Two) years based on satisfactory performance.

Important Dates

Start Date for Receiving Applications 15 July 2026
Last Date for Receiving Applications 31 July 2026
Only applications received during the period from 15 July 2026 to 31 July 2026 shall be taken into consideration for selection.

Salary and Remuneration

Base Salary ₹35 Lakhs per annum (all inclusive)
Salary Structure Annual remuneration inclusive of all components.
Negotiability The remuneration shall not be a limiting factor for the right candidate and may be negotiated with the selected candidate.

Eligibility Criteria

Nationality

  • The candidate must be a citizen of India.

Educational Qualification

Essential Educational Qualification

  • Engineering Graduate.
  • Post-Graduate Engineer.
  • Master of Computer Applications (MCA).

Mandatory Professional Certifications

The candidate must possess at least one of the following certifications:

  1. Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP).
  2. Certified Information Security Manager (CISM).
  3. Certified Chief Information Security Officer (CCISO).
  4. Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA).

Desirable Qualifications

  • Cloud security certification such as Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP).
  • Candidate should be a Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH).
  • Experience in the financial services or insurance sector in India.
  • Familiarity with IRDAI Cyber Security Guidelines.
  • Familiarity with CERT-In Guidelines.
  • Knowledge of the Information Technology Act, 2000.
  • Familiarity with the Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023 (DPDP Act and Rules).
  • Knowledge of ISO 27001:2022 Information Security Standards.
  • Proven leadership capabilities in information security at the senior management level.

Experience Requirements

  • The candidate must possess at least 15 years of experience in technology functions.
  • The candidate must have a minimum of 10 years of demonstrable experience in network and cybersecurity domains as on 01 July 2026.
  • Out of the total experience, a mandatory minimum of 10 years must be in leadership roles.
  • Leadership responsibilities should include Security Operations Center (SOC) transformation.
  • Experience must include enterprise-wide cybersecurity strategy execution.
  • Experience in BFSI and public sector digital security transformation is required.
  • Responsibilities should include security solution architecture.
  • Responsibilities should include information security governance.
  • Responsibilities should include risk and compliance management.
  • Responsibilities should include security operations.
  • All such responsibilities should have been held at a senior management level within the organization.
  • Minor variation in total experience may be considered for the right candidate with proven BFSI or PSU impact.
  • Demonstrated hands-on expertise and leadership in SOC transformation are non-negotiable requirements.

Age Limit

Reference Date 01 July 2026
Minimum Age 45 Years
Maximum Age 55 Years

Reservation Details

Category Vacancies
Unreserved (UR) 1
No additional reservation details have been mentioned in the official notification.

Application Process

  1. Candidates fulfilling the prescribed eligibility criteria must prepare their application.
  2. Candidates must attach all required testimonials and supporting documents.
  3. Applications must be submitted through email only.
  4. The completed application and testimonials should be sent to the official email address.
  5. Applications must reach the organization on or before 31 July 2026.

Application Fee

No application fee has been mentioned in the official recruitment notification.

Selection Process

The notification states that applications received within the prescribed application period shall be considered for selection.

No further details regarding the stages of selection, interview process, written examination, or evaluation methodology have been specified in the notification.

Leave Policy

Casual Leave 12 days per calendar year.
Leave for Mid-Year Joining Proportionate casual leave shall be granted if the contract period begins in the middle of the calendar year.
Carry Forward Unavailed leave shall not be carried forward.

Helpline and Contact Information

Official Recruitment Email ciso_recruitment@nic.co.in
Registered and Head Office National Insurance Company Limited,
Premises No. 18-0374,
Plot No. CBD-81,
New Town,
Kolkata – 700156,
West Bengal, India.

Additional Important Information

  • National Insurance Company Limited is India's oldest General Insurance Company.
  • The company has been serving customers since 1906.
  • NICL is a Government of India Undertaking.
  • The company offers a wide range of insurance services.
  • The remuneration package may be negotiated with the selected candidate.
  • Experience relaxation may be considered for exceptional candidates having proven impact in BFSI and Public Sector organizations.
  • Leadership and hands-on expertise in Security Operations Center (SOC) transformation are mandatory requirements.

Official Notification

Candidates are advised to read the complete official notification before submitting the application.

Download Official Notification PDF

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