The State Bank of India (SBI) has announced recruitment for Specialist Cadre Officers on a regular basis through Advertisement No: CRPD/SCO/2024-25/15. Below are the full details about the recruitment process, including information about vacancies, qualifications, experience, and age eligibility.

1. Key Dates:

Start of Online Registration & Fee Payment: September 14, 2024
Last Date for Online Registration & Fee Payment: October 4, 2024(Last Date Extended Upto: 14/10/2024)
Tentative Date for Online Written Test (for Assistant Manager posts): November 2024

2. Application Process:

Candidates must apply online via the SBI careers page: SBI Careers. Ensure all details are filled out accurately, and fees are paid online.

3. Application Fees:

General/OBC/EWS: ₹750 (Non-refundable)
SC/ST/PwBD: No fee

4. Available Posts & Vacancies:

Deputy Manager (Systems) – Project Management & Delivery
- Vacancies: 187
- Grade: MMGS-II
- Salary: ₹64,820 - ₹93,960 + allowances
- Location: Navi Mumbai
Deputy Manager (Systems) – Infra Support & Cloud Operations
- Vacancies: 412
- Grade: MMGS-II
- Salary: ₹64,820 - ₹93,960 + allowances
- Location: Navi Mumbai
Deputy Manager (Systems) – Networking Operations
- Vacancies: 80
- Grade: MMGS-II
- Salary: ₹64,820 - ₹93,960 + allowances
- Location: Navi Mumbai / Hyderabad
Deputy Manager (Systems) – IT Architect
- Vacancies: 27
- Grade: MMGS-II
- Salary: ₹64,820 - ₹93,960 + allowances
- Location: Navi Mumbai
Deputy Manager (Systems) – Information Security
- Vacancies: 7
- Grade: MMGS-II
- Salary: ₹64,820 - ₹93,960 + allowances
- Location: Navi Mumbai / Mumbai
Assistant Manager (System)
- Vacancies: 784 (Regular) + 14 (Backlog)
- Grade: JMGS-I
- Salary: ₹48,480 - ₹85,920 + allowances
- Location: Navi Mumbai / Mumbai

5. Educational Qualification Requirements:

Deputy Manager (Systems) – Project Management & Delivery
- Essential Qualification: B.Tech/B.E. in Computer Science, Information Technology, Software Engineering, Electronics & Communication, or equivalent with at least 50% marks OR MCA OR M.Tech/M.Sc. in related fields.
- Additional Preferred Certifications: Oracle, Java, .NET, Power BI, Spring Certified Professional, Angular, etc.
Deputy Manager (Systems) – Infra Support & Cloud Operations
- Essential Qualification: Same as above.
- Additional Certifications Preferred: CISA, CISSP, OCA, Oracle DBA, Azure Administrator, Kubernetes, Linux Administration, Cloud technology certifications (AWS, GCP, Azure), etc.
Deputy Manager (Systems) – Networking Operations
- Essential Qualification: Same as above.
- Preferred Certifications: CCNP (Security), JNCIP (Security), Fortinet NSE7, Palo Alto Networks Certified Network Engineer, etc.
Deputy Manager (Systems) – IT Architect
- Essential Qualification: Same as above.
- Preferred Certifications: TOGAF, PMP, Prince2, Certified Cloud Architect, Red Hat Certified Architect, etc.
Deputy Manager (Systems) – Information Security
- Essential Qualification: B.E./B.Tech in Computer Science, Electronics, Information Technology, or Cybersecurity OR MCA/M.Tech/M.Sc. in similar fields.
- Mandatory Certifications: One of the following - CISSP, CISM, CRISC, CISA.
Assistant Manager (System)
- Essential Qualification: Same as Deputy Manager roles.
- Preferred Certifications: Oracle, Power BI, AWS/GCP/Azure certifications, ITIL, CCNA, Red Hat certifications, etc.

6. Experience Requirements:

Deputy Manager (Systems) – Project Management & Delivery
- Experience Required: At least 4 years of post-qualification experience in software development, including experience in Java, Web technologies, Oracle PL/SQL, BI Development, and API Testing.
Deputy Manager (Systems) – Infra Support & Cloud Operations
- Experience Required: Minimum of 4 years post-qualification experience in IT infrastructure management, including cloud administration, database management, and IT security.
Deputy Manager (Systems) – Networking Operations
- Experience Required: 4 years of post-qualification experience in networking, including managing network security devices like firewalls, IPS/DDOS appliances, etc.
Deputy Manager (Systems) – IT Architect
- Experience Required: 4 years of post-qualification experience in IT architecture, cloud development, software engineering, and DevOps practices.
Deputy Manager (Systems) – Information Security
- Experience Required: At least 4 years of post-qualification experience in IT risk management and information security, with strong knowledge of risk management frameworks such as NIST, ISO 27001, and COBIT.
Assistant Manager (System)
- No prior experience is required, but relevant certifications and skills are preferred.

7. Age Limit:

Deputy Manager (Systems)
- Minimum Age: 25 years
- Maximum Age: 35 years (as on June 30, 2024)
Assistant Manager (System)
- Minimum Age: 21 years
- Maximum Age: 30 years (as on June 30, 2024)

Note: Age relaxations will be applicable for reserved categories as per Government of India norms.

8. Selection Process:

Deputy Manager (Systems):
- The selection process involves shortlisting and a tiered interaction/interview. The number of tiers and the structure of the interview will be decided by the bank.
Assistant Manager (System):
- Online Written Test: Consists of General Aptitude and Professional Knowledge sections.
  - General Aptitude: Test of Reasoning (15 marks), Quantitative Aptitude (15 marks), English Language (20 marks).
  - Professional Knowledge (IT Knowledge): 60 questions (100 marks).
- Interview: Candidates who qualify the written test will be shortlisted for an interview.

9. Probation & Bond:

Deputy Manager (Systems): Probation period of one year.
Assistant Manager (System): Candidates will have to execute a bond of ₹2,00,000 to serve the bank for a minimum period of 5 years.

10. How to Apply:

Visit SBI’s official website: https://bank.sbi/web/careers/current-openings.
Complete the registration process by filling in personal and professional details.
Upload the required documents: Resume, Photograph, Signature, Educational Certificates, Experience Certificates, etc.
Pay the application fee and submit the application before the deadline of October 4, 2024.

11. Documents Required for Application:

Recent Passport-size Photograph.
Signature in the specified dimensions.
Resume.
ID Proof (Aadhaar/PAN/Passport).
Proof of Date of Birth.
Educational Mark Sheets/Degree Certificates.
Experience Certificates (if applicable).
Caste Certificate (if applicable).
PwBD Certificate (if applicable).

12. Contact Information:

For any queries related to the recruitment process, candidates can contact SBI via the “Contact Us” option on the website.

This recruitment process offers an exciting opportunity to work with India’s largest bank and offers a range of roles in systems management and IT infrastructure. Ensure that you meet all eligibility criteria and apply before the deadline to avoid any last-minute issues.