From the Office of the Secretary Food, Gilgit-Baltistan, Gilgit
Further to the earlier advertisement dated (19 September 2025 / 10 October 2025), applications are invited from candidates domiciled in Gilgit-Baltistan, through the Gilgit-Baltistan Testing Service (GBTS), for the following permanent posts in the Food Department, Gilgit-Baltistan.
Note: Candidates who applied in response to the earlier advertisement (19 September 2025) published in the newspapers Daily K-2, Baad-e-Shumaal and Ausaaf must apply again online as per the new advertisement. There is no need for them to submit hard-copy applications again.
Application Fee
Applicants must pay PKR 700 through PSID before submitting the application.
- Manage and maintain the office LAN/WAN and internet network.
- Configure and maintain routers, switches, access points, firewalls and other network equipment.
- Monitor network performance, connectivity and availability.
- Troubleshoot internet, LAN, Wi-Fi and network-access problems.
- Maintain and administer servers and network services, where applicable.
- Manage user accounts, permissions and access to network resources.
- Implement network security controls, including firewalls, access restrictions and secure configurations.
- Monitor for unauthorized access, malware, suspicious activity and other security threats.
- Maintain backup and recovery arrangements for important IT systems and data.
- Support the Benevolent Fund's database/application systems from the network/IT infrastructure side.
- Ensure reliable connectivity between the main office and district/field offices, if such connectivity exists.
- Install, configure and maintain computers, network printers and other connected devices where required.
- Maintain an inventory of IT and networking equipment.
- Diagnose hardware/network faults and coordinate with vendors or service providers for repairs.
- Monitor internet/network usage and ensure compliance with government IT policies.
- Maintain documentation of network topology, IP addresses, equipment, configurations and user access.
- Apply software/firmware updates and security patches to network equipment and servers.
- Assist in implementing data security, disaster recovery and business-continuity measures.
- Provide technical support to officers and staff regarding connectivity and network-related problems.
- Prepare IT/network reports for senior management.
- Assist with procurement specifications and technical evaluation of networking equipment and IT services.
- Supervise IT/network support staff where assigned.
- Perform other IT and networking duties assigned by the competent authority.
Domicile: GB
Education: At least 2nd class bachelor’s degree in computer sciences from a HEC recognized institute/university. Five years’ experience in the field of networking and relevant work.