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Engagement of Specialist Cadre Officers on Contract Basis

JOBAdded: 14 Nov 2025State Bank of India

Advertisement DetailsState Bank of India (SBI) invites online applications from eligible Indian citizens for appointment to various Specialist Cadre Officers posts on a contract basis. The online registration and fee payment window is from 25.08.2025 to 15.09.2025.Candidates are requested to apply online through the Bank's website: https://bank.sbi/careers/current-openings.### Important Points* Vacancies: The number of vacancies, including reserved ones, is provisional and may vary based on the Bank's actual requirements.* Eligibility: Candidates must fulfill the prescribed educational qualifications and relevant full-time experience as of the specified dates.* Application Limit: Candidates can apply for only one post.* Multiple Applications: In case of multiple applications, only the last valid (completed) application will be retained, and fees paid for other applications will be forfeited.* Document Upload: All required documents (brief resume, ID proof, age proof, caste certificate, PwBD Certificate, educational qualification, experience certificate, etc.) must be uploaded. Failure to do so will result in the application/candidature not being considered.* Shortlisting: Provisional shortlisting will occur without document verification. Candidature is subject to verification of original documents during the interview.* CIBIL Score: Candidates who have defaulted on loan/credit card repayments with Banks/NBFCs/Financial Institutions are not eligible unless they have regularized their outstanding amounts and updated their CIBIL status by the joining date.* No Objection Certificate (NOC): Candidates serving in Government/Quasi-Government offices, Public Sector Undertakings (including Nationalized Banks) and SBI Group companies must submit an NOC at the time of interview. Failure to provide an NOC will result in the candidature not being considered.* Transfer Policy: The Bank reserves the right to transfer contract officers to any of its offices in India or to depute them to its associates/subsidiaries or any other organization based on service exigencies. Requests for specific postings will not be entertained.### Details of Posts/Vacancies(Age as on 01/08/2025)| Sl. No. | Name of Post | UR | Total | Age (Min) | Age (Max) | Suggested Place of Posting ||:---|:---|:---|:---|:---|:---|:---|| 1 | Centre Head (CH) | 1 | 1 | 45 | 50 | Mumbai/Navi Mumbai || 2 | Senior Vice President (SVP)- Cyber Policy & Cyber Academy | 1 | 1 | 38 | 50 | Mumbai/Navi Mumbai || 3 | Senior Vice President (SVP)- Cyber Advisory | 1 | 1 | 38 | 50 | Mumbai/Navi Mumbai || 4 | Senior Vice President (SVP)- Cyber Innovation & Research | 1 | 1 | 38 | 50 | Mumbai/Navi Mumbai || 5 | Dy. Vice President- Cyber Policy Hub | 1 | 1 | 35 | 45 | Mumbai/Navi Mumbai || 6 | Dy. Vice President- Cyber Academy | 1 | 1 | 35 | 45 | Mumbai/Navi Mumbai || 7 | Dy. Vice President- Cyber Innovation & Simulation Lab | 1 | 1 | 35 | 45 | Mumbai/Navi Mumbai || 8 | Dy. Vice President- Cyber Benchmarking Hub | 1 | 1 | 35 | 45 | Mumbai/Navi Mumbai || 9 | Dy. Vice President- Cyber Research | 1 | 1 | 35 | 45 | Mumbai/Navi Mumbai || 10 | Dy. Vice President- Cyber Defense & Intelligence | 1 | 1 | 35 | 45 | Mumbai/Navi Mumbai || 11 | Dy. Vice President- Cyber Citizen Centric Initiative | 1 | 1 | 35 | 45 | Mumbai/Navi Mumbai || 12 | Dy. Vice President- Cyber Advisory | 1 | 1 | 35 | 45 | Mumbai/Navi Mumbai |Note: UR - Unreserved. The Bank reserves the right to transfer OECs (Officers Engaged on Contract) to any of its offices or depute to any of its associates/subsidiaries or any other organization based on exigencies of service.### Remuneration & Contract Period Annual CTC Upper Range (Rs. in Lakhs): * Centre Head (CH): 100.00 * Senior Vice President (SVP): 80.00 * Dy. Vice President: 60.00* Bifurcation of Annual CTC: Fixed Pay (90% of CTC), Variable Pay (10% of CTC), Annual Increment Band (7% to 10%).* Contract Period: 3 Years, renewable for an additional 2 years at the discretion of the bank (total maximum 5 years).* Termination: Contract can be terminated with 90 Days' notice from either side or payment/surrender of 90 Days' compensation in lieu thereof.* Other Perks: NO.### Educational Qualifications & ExperienceBasic Qualifications (Mandatory for all posts):

  • BE/ BTech degree in any discipline from a university/institution/board recognized by the Government of India or approved by Government Regulatory bodies.
  • OR MCA / M.E./ MTech / MSc in any discipline from a university/institution/board recognized by the Government of India or approved by Government Regulatory bodies.

Preferred Qualifications (for all posts):

  • An advanced degree in Cybersecurity or Information Technology.
  • Preferred Certifications (for all posts): CISSP, CISM, CISA, CCSP, PMP, MBA (Technology Management).

Work Experience:

  • Centre Head (CH): Overall 20+ years, with at least 8-10 years in IT/Cyber/IT Security Innovation/Cyber Research/IT Project Management, including experience in working in or setting up a CoE.
  • Senior Vice President (SVP) - Cyber Policy & Cyber Academy: Overall 15+ years, with at least 8-10 years in Cyber policy and Cyber Defense at a senior level. Preferred experience in a cyber security-related advisory environment or setting up/working in a CoE.
  • Senior Vice President (SVP) - Cyber Advisory: Overall 15+ years, with at least 8-10 years in Cyber Threat defense at a senior level. Preferred experience in a cyber security-related advisory environment.
  • Senior Vice President (SVP) - Cyber Innovation & Research: Overall 15+ years, with at least 8-10 years in Innovation/relevant R&D experience. Preferred experience in setting up/working in a CoE.
  • Dy. Vice President - Cyber Policy Hub: Overall 12+ years, with at least 8-10 years in Cyber Policy. Preferred experience in a cyber security-related Policy/Governance environment or setting up/working in a CoE.
  • Dy. Vice President - Cyber Academy: Overall 12+ years, with at least 8-10 years in Cyber Academy & knowledge dissemination roles. Preferred experience in cyber security-related Cyber security trainings or setting up/working in a CoE.
  • Dy. Vice President - Cyber Innovation & Simulation Lab: Overall 12+ years, with at least 8-10 years in Cyber Innovation & Simulation. Preferred experience in cyber Security Innovation initiatives and Simulation of cyber solutions or setting up/working in a CoE.
  • Dy. Vice President - Cyber Benchmarking Hub: Overall 12+ years, with at least 8-10 years in Cyber Benchmarking undertaking Cyber analysis/benchmarking. Preferred experience in cyber security-related analysis of tech and products.
  • Dy. Vice President - Cyber Research: Overall 12+ years, with at least 8-10 years in Cyber Research. Preferred experience in cyber security research projects or setting up/working in a CoE.
  • Dy. Vice President - Cyber Defense & Intelligence: Overall 12+ years, with at least 8-10 years in Cyber Defense & Intelligence. Preferred experience in cyber security tool-related forensics, malware analysis, Threat Hunting, Incident Response and Threat Intelligence assimilation/creation or setting up/working in a CoE.
  • Dy. Vice President - Cyber Citizen Centric Initiative: Overall 12+ years, with at least 8-10 years in Cyber Citizen Centric. Preferred experience in cyber security-related citizen awareness activity or setting up/working in a CoE.
  • Dy. Vice President - Cyber Advisory: Overall 12+ years, with at least 8-10 years in Cyber Advisory. Preferred experience in a cyber security advisory role aligned with BFSI sector centric business models or setting up/working in a CoE.### Job Profile & Key Responsibility Areas (KRAs)The job profiles and KRAs for each post involve leading, managing, developing, and implementing strategies related to cybersecurity, policy, innovation, research, training, and advisory functions within SBI's Cyber Security Center of Excellence. Key responsibilities generally include strategic planning, resource management, stakeholder engagement, fostering innovation, ensuring compliance, and contributing to thought leadership in the cybersecurity domain. Specifics vary per post and are detailed in the advertisement.### Leave, Notice Period, and Selection Process* Leave: Officers engaged on contract (OECs) are entitled to 30 days of leave during the financial year.* Notice Period: The contract can be terminated by either side with 90 days' notice or payment/surrender of 90 days' compensation.* Call Letter for Interview: Intimation/call letters will be sent via email or uploaded on the bank's website. No hard copies will be sent.* Selection Process: The selection will be based on shortlisting, interview, and CTC negotiations. * Shortlisting: Based on eligibility criteria decided by the Bank. Bank's decision is final. * Interview: Carries 100 marks. Qualifying marks will be decided by the Bank. * Merit List: Prepared in descending order of interview scores. In case of tie, age will be the tie-breaker.### How to Apply1. Login to https://bank.sbi/careers/current-openings.
  1. Scroll down and click on the respective advertisement.
  2. Download advertisement no. CRPD/SCO/2025-26/08 and carefully read it.
  3. Apply Online. Ensure to review the application before final submission as no corrections will be allowed afterward.### Application Fees* General/EWS/OBC candidates: Rs. 750/-* SC/ST/PwBD candidates: No fees/intimation charges.* Fees are non-refundable.### Document Upload Guidelines* All documents (except Photograph & Signature) must be in PDF format.
  • Page size of documents: A4.
  • File size limit: Not exceeding 500 KB per document.
  • Photograph: Recent passport-style color picture, 20-50 KB, dimensions 200x230 pixels (preferred), taken against a light-colored/white background. No caps, hats, dark glasses (religious headwear allowed).
  • Signature: Black ink on white paper, signed by the applicant, 10-20 KB, dimensions 140x60 pixels (preferred). Not in CAPITAL LETTERS.
  • Ensure uploaded images are clear. Unclear photographs or signatures may lead to application rejection.### General Instructions* Candidates must ensure they fulfill all eligibility norms and that all furnished particulars are correct.* The Bank's decision on eligibility, interview conduct, tests, and selection will be final.* Any legal proceedings will be instituted only in Mumbai.* Outstation candidates called for interview will be reimbursed Air (Economy Class) fare for the shortest route in India or actual travel cost, whichever is lower. Local conveyance is not payable.* The Bank reserves the right to cancel the recruitment process at any stage.* Candidates are required to provide details of any criminal cases pending against them. The Bank may conduct independent verification and deny engagement based on disclosure/verification.

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