SBI SCO Recruitment 2026 – Deputy Manager (Cyber Security & Emerging Tech)

State Bank of India (SBI) has released notification CRPD/SCO/2025-26/25 for recruitment of Deputy Manager posts in specialist cyber security and technology roles on a regular basis in MMGS–II. This is a premium opportunity for experienced IT and cyber‑security professionals to join India’s largest public sector bank in core defence, innovation and testing roles.

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Overview of the Recruitment

  • Bank: State Bank of India – Specialist Cadre Officers (Regular)
  • Advertisement No.: CRPD/SCO/2025-26/25
  • Posts: Deputy Manager (MMGS–II, Regular)
    • IT Security Expert
    • Emerging Technology
    • Cyber Security Analyst
    • Incident Management & Forensics
    • Test Engineers
  • Total Vacancies (Deputy Manager): 12 (UR 11, OBC 1) with 4 horizontal PwBD (VI)
  • Age Limit (as on 31.12.2025): 25 to 35 years (UR) for all Deputy Manager posts; upper age relaxation for OBC/SC/ST/PwBD as per Government of India rules
  • Engagement Type: Regular (permanent) Specialist Cadre Officer, MMGS–II
  • Online Registration & Fee Payment: 24.02.2026 to 16.03.2026
  • Selection Process: Shortlisting followed by Interview (100 marks); final merit based solely on interview score
  • Official Website: https://sbi.bank.in/web/careers/current-openings

SBI has been recognised as “World’s Best Consumer Bank 2025” and “Best Bank in India 2025” by Global Finance, which underlines the strategic importance of these cyber‑security and innovation roles.

Posts, Vacancies & Grade

Post‑wise Vacancy Table (Deputy Manager – MMGS II)

Sl.Post NameGradeUROBCTotalPwBD (VI – horizontal)Min AgeMax Age
1Deputy Manager – IT Security ExpertMMGS–II1–1–2535
2Deputy Manager – Emerging TechnologyMMGS–II31412535
3Deputy Manager – Cyber Security AnalystMMGS–II2–212535
4Deputy Manager – Incident Management & ForensicsMMGS–II2–212535
5Deputy Manager – Test EngineersMMGS–II3–312535
Total111124

Key points:

  • Reservation for PwBD is horizontal and included within the parent category.
  • Vacancies are provisional and may change as per SBI’s requirements.

Pay Scale & Service Conditions

  • Grade: Middle Management Grade Scale II (MMGS–II) – Deputy Manager
  • Pay Scale: Basic: ₹64,820-2,340/1-67,160-2,680/10-93,960
  • Other Benefits: DA, HRA, CCA, PF, Contributory Pension Fund (NPS), LFC, Medical Facility, leave etc. as per rules in force from time to time
  • Appointment Type: Permanent (Regular) Specialist Cadre Officers, with probation as per SBI’s recruitment policy
  • Posting Location: Mumbai or anywhere in India, in case of any administrative requirement

All appointments will be at the starting stage of the pay scale admissible to the post; further progression will follow SBI’s promotion and career‑progression policies.

Eligibility Criteria (All Deputy Manager Posts)

All criteria are reckoned as on 31.01.2026 for educational qualification/experience and as on 31.12.2025 for age.

Common Age Criteria

  • Minimum: 25 years
  • Maximum: 35 years (UR)

Upper Age Relaxation (where applicable)

  • OBC (Non‑Creamy Layer): 3 years
  • SC/ST: 5 years
  • PwBD:
    • PwBD (UR/EWS): 10 years
    • PwBD (OBC): 13 years
    • PwBD (SC/ST): 15 years

Cumulative age relaxation is not allowed across categories.

Common Basic Educational Qualification (All 5 Posts)

For all Deputy Manager roles, the mandatory basic qualification is:

  • B.Tech / B.E. in any of the following disciplines with minimum 50% score:
    • Computer Science
    • Computer Science & Engineering
    • Software Engineering
    • Information Technology
    • Electronics
    • Electronics & Communications Engineering
    • or an equivalent degree in the above specified disciplines
  • OR MCA
  • OR M.Tech / M.Sc in:
    • Computer Science / Computer Science & Engineering
    • Information Technology
    • Software Engineering
    • Electronics
    • Electronics & Communications Engineering
    • or equivalent in these disciplines

(From a university/institution/board recognised by Govt. of India / approved by Govt. regulatory bodies.)

Preferred (all posts): Advanced degree in Cybersecurity or Information Technology.

Post‑wise Qualification, Experience & Skills

1) Deputy Manager – IT Security Expert

Preferred Certifications (valid as on 31.01.2026): OSCP, CEH, CHFI, GIFR, GIACC, GFSU.

Experience (mandatory)

  • Minimum 4 years post‑qualification experience in Cyber Security / Information Technology domain.

Preferred Experience

  • Cyber defence operations (threat intelligence), incident response, malware analysis, forensics, threat hunting.

Key Skills

  • Incident response, malware analysis, digital forensics and cyber threat hunting
  • Understanding of cloud, OT/ICS, IoT security, red‑teaming, ethical hacking
  • Strong technology leadership, people management and stakeholder engagement
  • Ability to handle high‑pressure cyber‑crisis situations
  • Excellent written and verbal communication for briefings to senior executives and policymakers

Job Profile:

The IT Security Experts will operate as Cyber Defense Specialists within the Cyber Defense Centre. The role involves building, managing, and operating advanced cyber defense capabilities covering Threat Intelligence, Incident Response, and Cyber Resilience functions. Responsibilities include monitoring, detecting, analyzing, and responding to cyber threats while ensuring compliance with regulatory and organizational requirements.

2) Deputy Manager – Emerging Technology

Preferred Certifications (valid as on 31.01.2026):

  • Certifications in innovation, product development, web development, cyber security
  • Java developer, mobile developer, Python developer, web developer credentials

Experience (mandatory)

  • Minimum 4 years post‑qualification experience in Cybersecurity / Technology Innovation domain.

Preferred Experience

  • Hands‑on work in cyber innovation labs, product evaluation, prototyping, applied cyber‑security solutioning
  • Exposure to R&D, applied technology problem‑statements, innovation environments, cyber research and threat‑intelligence research

Key Skills

  • Creative thinking and original solution design for complex security challenges
  • Strong analysis of security incidents and evaluation of new technologies/strategies
  • Deep understanding of emerging technologies: AI/ML, Blockchain, Quantum Computing, Cloud Security
  • Cyber threat modelling, simulation and scenario‑based evaluation
  • Prototyping, product validation and applied research; working with start‑ups, academia and fintechs
  • Excellent analytical, technical‑writing and presentation skills; ability to translate innovation into deployable solutions aligned with SBI’s cyber‑security posture

Job Profile:

Identify, develop, and implement new strategies, technologies, and methodologies to enhance the organization’s security posture against evolving cyber threats. Drive Cybersecurity innovation and applied research in the cybersecurity domain. Conduct evaluation of emerging security technologies and assess applicability in the banking environment. Build proof-of-concepts (PoCs) and pilot projects for advanced cybersecurity solutions.

3) Deputy Manager – Cyber Security Analyst

Preferred Certifications (valid as on 31.01.2026): OSCP, OSCE, CRTE, CRTP, CEH, CISSP, OSEP, CCSP, SANS.

Experience (mandatory)

  • Minimum 4 years post‑qualification experience in Cyber Security / Information Technology domain.

Preferred Experience

  • Offensive security, red‑teaming and penetration testing; ethical hacking focus.

Key Skills

  • Strong understanding of IT security technologies and processes, especially web/mobile app and network security
  • Deep familiarity with OWASP Web and Mobile Top 10, threat modelling, red‑teaming, secure code review
  • Ability to conduct security assessment of web and mobile apps (Android/iOS) to detect OWASP‑class vulnerabilities
  • Knowledge of tools such as Kali Linux, Burp Suite, Nmap, Qualys/Nessus, Metasploit, AppScan, Tenable, etc.
  • Basic programming knowledge in at least one of C, C++, Python, Java, ASP.NET
  • Hands‑on experience with mobile app security testing (static/dynamic/memory analysis) and dynamic instrumentation tools (Frida/Objection, Magisk)
  • Proficiency in scripting/programming (Python, Bash/Shell, C/C++, Java, JavaScript) for automation and exploit development
  • Expertise in penetration testing methodologies (MITRE, OWASP Testing Guide, NIST SP 800‑115) and tools (Nmap, Metasploit, Wireshark, etc.)
  • Understanding of wireless security (Wi‑Fi), standards (WPA2/WPA3) and hacking methods; strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities

Job Profile:

The Ethical Hacking & Red Team Analyst, embedded within the Cybersecurity Centre of Excellence, will be responsible for proactively identifying, exploiting, and providing actionable intelligence on security vulnerabilities across the organization’s infrastructure, applications, mobile apps and processes. This role will simulate real-world attacks, conduct advanced penetration testing, and contribute to enhancing the organization’s overall security posture.

4) Deputy Manager – Incident Management & Forensics

Preferred Certifications (valid as on 31.01.2026): CHFI, EnCE, ACE, GCIH, CISSP, GCFA, CEH, OSCP, OCEP.

Experience (mandatory)

  • Minimum 4 years post‑qualification experience in Cyber Security / Information Technology domain.

Preferred Experience

  • Incident response, forensics and malware analysis, including hands‑on digital, mobile, network, database, email and cloud forensics
  • Experience with cyber incidents such as malware, ransomware, phishing, DDoS attacks, data breaches

Key Skills (Highlights)

  • Digital forensics (acquisition, preservation, analysis and reporting of digital evidence)
  • Investigation of cyber fraud, money‑laundering and related schemes; strong incident‑response capabilities
  • Expertise in forensic tools (EnCase, FTK, Magnet Axiom, X‑Ways, Autopsy, Wireshark, Cellebrite, etc.)
  • Familiarity with SIEM tools (Splunk, QRadar, ArcSight) and scripting (Python, PowerShell, SQL)
  • Knowledge of RBI guidelines, SEBI/IRDAI regulations and chain‑of‑custody/legal admissibility standards
  • Ability to coordinate full incident lifecycle – detection, containment, eradication, recovery and post‑incident review – and prepare reports for senior management/regulators

Job Profile:

Critical role responsible for overseeing the entire incident response lifecycle, ensuring rapid detection, containment, eradication, and recovery from cyberattacks and security breaches across the organization. Lead, mentor, and empower a team of dedicated IR specialists, define and refine incident response processes, framework, SOPs and playbooks. In the Center of Excellence (COE), responsible for investigating security incidents, analyzing malware, and developing strategies to improve the organization’s security posture.

5) Deputy Manager – Test Engineers

Preferred Certifications (valid as on 31.01.2026): ISTQB, STQC Standard Mapping, CTFL, CSTE, CAST, CISSP, CISM, hardware‑technology certifications.

Experience (mandatory)

  • Minimum 4 years post‑qualification experience in Cyber Security / Information Technology domain.

Preferred Experience

  • Testing hardware/software and identifying bugs
  • Designing and executing test plans and procedures, including automated tests using scripting (e.g., Python)
  • Strong debugging and troubleshooting for root‑cause analysis of hardware/software issues
  • Technology product/service analysis, with experience as analyst in finance/business/technology settings

Key Skills

  • Deep understanding of hardware design, computer architecture, electronic systems
  • Experience with hardware testing methodologies, test equipment and automation tools
  • Knowledge of programming (Java, Python), operating systems (Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android)
  • Familiarity with test‑automation tools and defect tracking
  • High analytical skills, attention to detail, user‑centric mindset, strong communication and stakeholder management

Job Profile:

Analyze data to identify internal and external operational and performance gaps, foster continuous improvement, and provide actionable insights for strategic decisions. Evaluate, test, and validate hardware components and systems to ensure they meet performance, reliability, and quality standards before product release. Analyze requirements, design test plans and cases, set up test environments, execute various types of tests (functional, performance, security), log defects, and communicate results to stakeholders to ensure software quality and reliability.

Reservation, PwBD & CIBIL Conditions

  • Reservation for PwBD is horizontal and included in total vacancies of the respective category.
  • Only persons with benchmark disability (≥40%) are eligible for PwBD reservation, and must produce a valid certificate dated on or before the last date of registration.
  • OBC candidates in the creamy layer are not eligible for OBC reservation/age relaxation and must apply as UR.
  • OBC (Non‑Creamy Layer) candidates must provide an OBC certificate with the “non‑creamy layer” clause issued between 01.04.2025 and the date of interview.
  • CIBIL rule: Candidates with unpaid defaults on loans/credit cards who do not regularise dues before the offer date are not eligible. Even after regularisation, they must get CIBIL updated or furnish NOCs from lenders, failing which the offer can be cancelled.

Selection Process

  • Shortlisting: Based on parameters decided by an SBI‑constituted committee; meeting minimum eligibility does not guarantee an interview call.
  • Interview: 100 marks; qualifying marks decided by SBI; no correspondence entertained.
  • Final Merit List: Prepared only on interview scores; tie‑break by age (older candidate ranked higher).

How to Apply Online

Important Dates

  • Online Registration & Fee Payment: 24 February 2026 to 16 March 2026

Step‑by‑Step Process (Summary)

  1. Visit SBI Careers
  2. Register & Fill Form
    • Click “Apply Online”, register with valid email and mobile number
    • Fill in all personal, education and experience details carefully
    • You can save and edit the form (using Registration Number and Password) up to three times before final submission
  3. Upload Photo, Signature & Documents
    • Photo: colour passport‑style, JPG/JPEG, 20–50 KB
    • Signature: black ink on white paper, JPG/JPEG, 10–20 KB, not in capitals
    • Documents (PDF, A4, ≤500 KB each): resume, biodata (format), ID proof, DOB proof, educational certificates, experience certificates, caste/PwBD/EWS certificates (if applicable), Form‑16/offer letter/latest salary slip, etc.
  4. Pay Application Fee
    • General/EWS/OBC: ₹750 (non‑refundable)
    • SC/ST/PwBD: No fee
    • Payment via online gateway (debit card/credit card/net banking/UPI). E‑receipt and final application should be printed and kept safely.
  5. Important Rules
    • Candidates may apply for up to two posts only; if more than two are applied for, only the last valid applications for two different posts will be retained and other fees forfeited.
    • For the same post, only the last valid application will be considered; multiple attendance at interview/joining will result in cancellation.
    • No hard‑copy application or documents to be sent; all communication (including call letters) will be by email/SBI website only.

General Instructions & Legal

  • No Objection Certificate (NOC): Candidates serving in Govt./Quasi Govt. offices, Public Sector undertakings including Nationalized Banks and Financial Institutions must submit NOC from their employer at the time of interview, failing which their candidature will not be considered and travelling expenses, if any, otherwise admissible, will not be paid.
  • Travel Reimbursement: Outstation candidates called for interview will be reimbursed the cost of travelling by Air fare (Economy Class) for the shortest route in India, maximum up to ₹10,000 (total for both sides) OR the actual travel cost in India (whichever is lower) on the basis of actual journey. Local conveyance expenses will not be reimbursed.
  • Jurisdiction: Any legal proceedings in respect of any matter of claim or dispute arising out of this advertisement and/or an application in response thereto can be instituted only in Mumbai and Courts/Tribunals/Forums at Mumbai alone shall have sole and exclusive jurisdiction.
  • Bank’s Rights: The Bank reserves the right to cancel/modify the recruitment process entirely or partially at any stage/time for any particular post/all posts without assigning any reasons thereof, whatsoever.
  • Decision Final: Decision of Bank in all matters regarding eligibility, conduct of interview, other tests and selection would be final and binding on all candidates. No representation or correspondence will be entertained by the Bank in this regard.

GrowInJob Editorial Commentary & Preparation Tips

These Deputy Manager roles are designed for mid‑career cyber‑security and technology professionals who want to work on large‑scale, mission‑critical systems in a regulated banking environment.

You are a strong fit if:

  • You already work in a SOC, cyber‑defence, red‑team, forensics or testing role in a bank, IT services, Big‑4/consulting, fintech or large enterprise
  • You hold core technical degrees (CS/IT/Electronics) plus 4+ years of hands‑on experience in security engineering, incident handling, innovation labs or product testing
  • You have or are pursuing advanced certifications like OSCP/CEH/CISSP, ISTQB, CHFI, etc., and want a stable, high‑impact role in a top Indian bank

Interview preparation pointers:

  • Build 2–3 case studies from your work: one each on incident handling/offensive testing/innovation or testing (depending on post). Emphasise tools, methodology, root‑cause analysis and business impact.
  • Revise key frameworks (OWASP, NIST, MITRE ATT&CK, RBI cyber‑security directives) and be ready to map them to SBI’s context.
  • Expect scenario questions like “How would you respond to a large‑scale ransomware attack?” or “How will you design a test strategy for a new digital‑banking platform?”.
  • For Emerging Technology, be prepared to explain how you evaluate AI/ML, blockchain or cloud‑security products and convert PoCs into deployable solutions.

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