Cyber Watch Assistant

Cyber Watch Assistant – National Child Protection Authority

Job Overview

The National Child Protection Authority (NCPA) is inviting applications from qualified Sri Lankan citizens for the position of Cyber Watch Assistant (MA 3).

Job Title: Cyber Watch Assistant (MA 3)
Organization: National Child Protection Authority
Job Location: Colombo District, Sri Lanka
Employment Type: Full-Time
Job Category: Government Jobs, IT & Software, Security
Number of Vacancies: 01
Closing Date: 24 August 2026

Position Details

The Cyber Watch Assistant will serve in a cyber-related support role within the National Child Protection Authority.

The vacancy is classified under the MA 3 salary grade and carries 01 vacancy.

The advertisement does not provide a detailed list of day-to-day duties for this position.

Company Overview

The National Child Protection Authority (NCPA) is a statutory authority responsible for child protection matters in Sri Lanka.

Address:
National Child Protection Authority
No. 330, Thalawathugoda Road
Madiwela
Sri Jayawardenepura
Sri Lanka

Qualifications & Experience

Applicants should possess either of the following qualifications:

1. A Bachelor’s Degree in Information Technology recognized by the University Grants Commission.

OR

2. A Bachelor’s Degree in Information Technology recognized by the University Grants Commission.

The vacancy notice does not specify a separate minimum work experience requirement for this position.

Key Responsibilities

The vacancy advertisement does not provide detailed duties and responsibilities specifically for the Cyber Watch Assistant position.

The position is identified as a Cyber Watch Assistant, and the successful candidate will be expected to perform duties assigned by the National Child Protection Authority in accordance with the requirements of the post.

Required Skills

Based on the qualifications specified in the vacancy notice, candidates should have:

• Academic knowledge in Information Technology.
• Ability to work in a technology-related environment.
• Good computer literacy.
• Analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Good communication and coordination skills.
• Ability to handle information responsibly and confidentially.

Salary & Benefits

Salary Scale: MA 3 – 01/2025

Salary: Rs. 53,940 – 10 × Rs. 800 – 11 × Rs. 1,190 – 10 × Rs. 1,320 – 5 × Rs. 1,350 – Rs. 94,980 per month.

Basic Salary as at 01 January 2027: Rs. 53,940.

The applicable allowances and other benefits will be provided according to the relevant conditions of service.

Other Benefits

• Cost of Living Allowance.
• 12% contribution to EPF by the Authority.
• 3% contribution to ETF by the Authority.
• Other applicable benefits according to the relevant regulations.

How to Apply

Applicants should complete the prescribed application form and submit it together with:

• Certified copy of the Birth Certificate.
• NIC/Passport.
• Certified copies of educational qualifications.
• Professional qualification certificates, where applicable.
• Certificates proving relevant experience, where applicable.
• Names, addresses and contact details of two non-related referees.

Separate applications should be submitted for each position if applying for more than one vacancy.

Applications should be sent only by registered post to:

Chairman
National Child Protection Authority
No. 330, Thalawathugoda Road
Madiwela
Sri Jayawardenepura
Sri Lanka

Applications should reach the above address on or before 24 August 2026.

The post applied for and the preferred examination medium (Sinhala/Tamil/English) should be clearly marked on the top-left corner of the envelope.

Important Notes

• Applicants must be citizens of Sri Lanka.
• Number of Vacancies: 01.
• Applicants should be not less than 23 years and not more than 45 years of age. The upper age limit does not apply to internal candidates.
• A Bachelor’s Degree in Information Technology recognized by the University Grants Commission is required.
• Applicants should have excellent moral character and be physically and mentally fit to perform the duties of the post.
• Selected candidates may be required to serve in any part of Sri Lanka.
• Applications must include certified copies of the required certificates and relevant documents.
• Two non-related referees should be provided.
• Separate applications should be submitted when applying for more than one position.
• The preferred examination medium should be stated as Sinhala, Tamil or English.
• Recruitment will be conducted through a Written Examination and/or interview, according to the applicable recruitment procedure.
• Incomplete or illegible applications and applications that do not comply with the prescribed requirements may be rejected.
• Applications received after the closing date will not be accepted.
• Closing Date: 24 August 2026.

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