The federal government is planning to significantly expand the National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency (NCCIA) by creating 838 new positions to improve Pakistan’s ability to combat cybercrime and strengthen digital security.
According to official sources, the proposal was initiated by the Director General of the NCCIA, who requested additional human resources from the Ministry of Interior in response to the increasing number and growing complexity of cybercrime cases across the country.
The Establishment Division has already approved the proposal, clearing an important administrative stage. The case has now been forwarded to the Finance Division, where the Expenditure Wing is reviewing the financial implications before granting final approval for the recruitment.
The proposed hiring includes officers in technical, legal, investigative and administrative fields to enhance the agency’s capacity for investigating cyber offences, conducting digital forensic examinations, and strengthening cybersecurity operations.
Under the proposal, 32 Grade-18 positions will be created, including 14 Deputy Directors (Investigation), three Deputy Directors (Legal Affairs), seven Deputy Directors (Accounts), four Deputy Directors (Software), and four Deputy Directors (Network Security).
Additionally, 50 Grade-17 posts have been proposed, comprising 31 Assistant Directors (Investigation), seven Assistant Directors (Legal Affairs), nine Assistant Directors serving as Stress Counsellors, and three Assistant Directors (Forensics).
Officials said the remaining vacancies include a broad range of technical, operational and support staff required to improve the NCCIA’s overall efficiency and strengthen Pakistan’s response to evolving cyber threats. The expansion is expected to enhance the agency’s investigative capabilities and reinforce national efforts to tackle digital crimes more effectively.
