Ministry of Digital Economy
SRI LANKA COMPUTER EMERGENCY READINESS TEAM
(Sri Lanka CERT)
🛡️ CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER (CEO)
Sri Lanka CERT invites applications from experienced cybersecurity professionals to lead Sri Lanka's national cybersecurity institution under the supervision of the Ministry of Digital Economy.
📌 JOB SUMMARY
| 🏢 Organization | Sri Lanka CERT |
| 💼 Position | Chief Executive Officer (CEO) |
| 📍 Location | Colombo, Sri Lanka |
| 📅 Deadline | 27 July 2026 |
| careers@cert.gov.lk | |
| 👥 Employment | Full-Time |
🛡️ ABOUT SRI LANKA CERT
Sri Lanka CERT is the national institution responsible for preventing, identifying, and responding to cybersecurity threats in Sri Lanka. Since its establishment in 2006, the organization has worked closely with government agencies, law enforcement authorities, international organizations, and private sector partners to strengthen national cyber resilience.
🎯 KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Implementing strategic directions approved by the Board of Directors.
- Providing leadership and vision for Sri Lanka CERT.
- Managing daily operations, budgeting, and resource allocation.
- Leading national cybersecurity incident response activities.
- Developing cybersecurity strategies to combat emerging cyber threats.
- Coordinating with government institutions, law enforcement agencies, industry partners, and international CERT organizations.
- Improving cybersecurity policies, standards, and procedures.
- Promoting cybersecurity awareness and training programs.
- Acting as the official spokesperson during cybersecurity incidents.
- Strengthening partnerships with regional and global cybersecurity organizations including FIRST and APCERT.
🎓 EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS
OPTION 1
A First Degree (SLQF Level 5 or 6) in Information Security, Cyber Security, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Technology, or any related discipline recognized by the UGC.
OPTION 2
A Master's Degree (SLQF Level 9 or above) in Cyber Security, Information Security, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Technology, or Associate/Fellow membership of a recognized professional body.
💼 REQUIRED EXPERIENCE
- Minimum 14 years of experience in Information Security or Cybersecurity.
- At least 5 years in a senior management position.
- Proven leadership in cybersecurity service providers, government organizations, statutory boards, government-owned companies, or international organizations.
⭐ REQUIRED SKILLS
🧠 Strategic planning and implementation
🔐 Strong cybersecurity knowledge
👥 Leadership and team management
💬 Excellent communication skills
💰 Financial management and budgeting
🤝 Stakeholder engagement
⚖️ High ethical standards and integrity
🌍 Understanding of global cybersecurity trends
🔐 Strong cybersecurity knowledge
👥 Leadership and team management
💬 Excellent communication skills
💰 Financial management and budgeting
🤝 Stakeholder engagement
⚖️ High ethical standards and integrity
🌍 Understanding of global cybersecurity trends
📋 GENERAL ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA
🇱🇰 Be a Sri Lankan citizen
🎂 Be between 40 and 55 years of age
💪 Be physically and mentally fit
✔️ Possess excellent moral character
🗣️ Be proficient in English, Sinhala, and Tamil
🌐 Have knowledge of IT, cybersecurity developments, and digital transformation initiatives
🎂 Be between 40 and 55 years of age
💪 Be physically and mentally fit
✔️ Possess excellent moral character
🗣️ Be proficient in English, Sinhala, and Tamil
🌐 Have knowledge of IT, cybersecurity developments, and digital transformation initiatives
💰 SALARY & BENEFITS
💵 Attractive salary based on industry standards
🚗 Transportation allowance
✈️ Overseas training opportunities
📚 Professional development opportunities
🚗 Transportation allowance
✈️ Overseas training opportunities
📚 Professional development opportunities
📨 HOW TO APPLY
Interested candidates should email careers@cert.gov.lk with:
📅 Application Deadline: 27 July 2026
- Updated CV
- Recent passport-size photograph
- Details of two non-relative referees
📅 Application Deadline: 27 July 2026
📍 CONTACT ADDRESS
Chairman
Sri Lanka Computer Emergency Response Team (Sri Lanka CERT)
Room No. 4-112, BMICH
Bauddhaloka Mawatha, Colombo 07.
📞 Telephone: 011 2691692 / 011 2679888
Sri Lanka Computer Emergency Response Team (Sri Lanka CERT)
Room No. 4-112, BMICH
Bauddhaloka Mawatha, Colombo 07.
📞 Telephone: 011 2691692 / 011 2679888
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Source: Sri Lanka CERT — Ministry of Digital Economy — Official Notice
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