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The National Cybersecurity Authority (NCA) has announced the companies that have obtained Tier 1 licenses to provide Managed Security Operations Center (MSOC) services. These licenses allow providers to deliver comprehensive MSOC services to all organizations, including government and private sector organizations that own, operate, or host Critical National Infrastructures (CNIs). This step aligns with the NCA's strategic goals of fostering a robust cybersecurity sector in Saudi Arabia and stimulating investment, ultimately strengthening national cybersecurity and improving services for national organizations. The NCA issued Tier 1 licenses to «SITE, sirar by stc, Haboob, Cyberani by aramco digital, TCC, and SAMI-AEC». These licenses allow providers to offer MSOC services to the beneficiary organizations in order to strengthen cybersecurity, detect cyber threats, and provide recommendations on how to address them. The NCA has stated that this licensing phase follows the issuance of the "Regulatory Framework for Licensing Managed Security Operations Center Services" and the issuance of the "National Policy for Managed Security Operations Centers" mandating government and private sector organizations that own, operate, or host CNIs to carry out their Security Operations Center (SOC) work through a Tier 1 licensed MSOC service provider. The National Cybersecurity Authority (NCA) is the national entity in charge of cybersecurity in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and the national reference in all its affairs. The NCA aims to enhance the Kingdom's cybersecurity posture to safeguard its vital interests, national security, critical infrastructure, priority sectors, and government services and activities. The NCA undertakes several key responsibilities, including stimulating the growth of the Kingdom's cybersecurity sector, fostering innovation and investment therein, and licensing individuals and non-governmental entities to conduct cybersecurity-related activities and operations.   For more information 

The Global Cybersecurity Forum (GCF), in collaboration with the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s Permanent Mission to the United Nations (UN), co-hosted its first ‘Meet GCF’ of 2025 in New York City.  Held at the United Nations Headquarters, the event convened UN officials, Ambassadors, experts, and members of the international diplomatic community to lead the discussion on how the global community can work together to overcome challenges and harness opportunities in Cyberspace.  In his opening remarks, Mohammed Al-Ateek, Deputy Permanent Representative of  Saudi Arabia to the UN, reflected on the statement made by His Royal Highness Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al-Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, at the outset of the GCF Annual Meeting 2024: “Cyberspace is closely linked to the growth of economies, the prosperity of societies, the security of individuals, and the stability of nations.” This holistic approach, noted Mr. Al-Ateek, is one “we need collectively to adopt for cybersecurity, encompassing social, economic, behavioral, and security dimensions.”  The event included a session on ‘Collective Action in Cyberspace: Transforming Challenges into Opportunities,’ where Chris Inglis, first U.S. National Cyber Director, emphasized the need for innovative partnerships and diverse collaborations between all stakeholders to create a safer, more secure Cyberspace for all.  The event brought to the fore GCF’s active contributions to advancing global initiatives and partnerships that address key issues and opportunities in Cyberspace, from the economic dimension of cybersecurity through the newly launched Centre for Cyber Economics, in collaboration the World Economic Forum, to the social dimension, ensuring that Cyberspace is a safe and secure place for children globally.  “Today, GCF stands as a global, non-profit organization and a permanent platform for collaboration - an evolution that has enabled GCF to expand its efforts and build important partnerships across several activities,” said Eng. Abdulrahman AlHassan, Acting CEO of GCF.  At Meet GCF New York, a new partnership between GCF and the United States Telecommunications Training Institute (USTTI) to deliver the ‘Empowering Women to Leadership in Cyber’ program was announced, aimed at advancing women’s leadership in cybersecurity positions. The program is part of the Women Empowerment in Cybersecurity (WEC) initiative – instated by His Royal Highness Prince Mohammed bin Salman Al-Saud - which aims to bridge the global cybersecurity talent gap through efforts to upskill and empower more women in the sector.  The New York meeting is the latest in the ongoing ‘Meet GCF’ event series held in global cities, following previous editions in Riyadh, Geneva and Brussels.

The National Cybersecurity Authority (NCA), in collaboration with the Ministry of Education, has launched the second phase of the Cybersecurity Postgraduate Scholarship Program and invited eligible individuals to register for the program starting today at the NCA's website, www.nca.gov.sa. The program's main objective is to empower national talents to enhance their academic skills in key cybersecurity domains, addressing the national demand for expertise in this field, and bolstering the workforce with qualified cyber professionals. This initiative focuses on several cybersecurity priority areas, including cryptography, security of operational technology systems, cybersecurity-related public policies, and cybersecurity in emerging technologies. In its second phase, the program intends to offer various supportive benefits to its participants. These include scholarships to 30 prestigious international universities renowned for cybersecurity expertise, as well as research grants in cybersecurity fields. Such initiatives are designed to enable scholarship recipients to devise innovative solutions to both current and future cyber challenges. Furthermore, the program offers support initiatives aimed at honing the practical skills of the participants, thereby cultivating distinguished national talents with strong competitiveness in the cybersecurity sector. These efforts are expected to enhance the skills of future cybersecurity leaders. NCA is the national entity in charge of cybersecurity in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and serves as the national authority and reference on its affairs. NCA aims to improve the cybersecurity posture of the Kingdom in order to safeguard its vital interests, national security, critical infrastructures, high-priority sectors, and government services and activities. Additionally, the NCA is dedicated to developing national capabilities in cybersecurity and participating in the creation of educational and training programs in this essential field.   For More Information

The Global Cybersecurity Forum (GCF) and the World Economic Forum (WEF) announced the signing of an agreement to establish the Centre for Cyber Economics (CCE) in Riyadh, during the WEF Annual Meeting 2025 in Davos, Switzerland.GCF and WEF aim to establish the Centre as a global platform that addresses the economic dimension of cybersecurity. The Centre will advance knowledge to enable decision-makers worldwide to build a deep understanding of the close relationship between economics and cybersecurity. The Centre’s research and studies will also provide robust tools for formulating policies and strategies to safeguard the global economy while contributing to enhancing cybersecurity around the world.H.E. Eng. Majed bin Mohammed Al-Mazyed, Governor of the National Cybersecurity Authority, acting on behalf of the Board of Trustees, Global Cybersecurity Forum, noted that the establishment of the Centre – a collaboration between GCF and WEF – forms part of cybersecurity efforts in Saudi Arabia that have culminated in its world-leading position in the sector. The Kingdom’s contributions to the cybersecurity sector at local, regional, and global levels have gained the Saudi model of cybersecurity recognition for its successful and pioneering approach.  H.E. Al-Mazyed added that the development of the Centre for Cyber Economics sits within the framework of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s aims to build global platforms and launch pioneering global initiatives in various fields related to the sector, including the establishment of GCF as an institute by Royal Decree in 2023. GCF aims to push knowledge boundaries, build the foundations for cooperation in Cyberspace, and leverage opportunities within the cybersecurity sector to enhance cyber resilience and enable prosperity around the world.    

The National Cybersecurity Authority (NCA) is continuing to receive Tier 2 license applications to provide Managed Security Operations Center (MSOC) services. This tier allows the service provider to provide MSOC services to all organizations, including government organizations and organizations that own, operate, or host CNIs. This initiative is part of NCA’s strategic objectives in developing the cybersecurity sector, providing a supportive environment to stimulate investments in the cybersecurity market, and enhancing competitiveness. This will contribute to improving the services provided to national organizations. This is toward achieving the objectives of the National Cybersecurity Strategy to strengthen cybersecurity in the Kingdom, and building an integrated cybersecurity ecosystem that meets the growing demand for cybersecurity services. This will enable national organizations to access cybersecurity services that are reliable, mature, and of high quality; in addition to the development of specialized national capabilities in this field. NCA invites those interested in providing Tier 2 services to meet the requirements specified in the <> and to submit their applications through the National Portal for Cybersecurity Services <> NCA is the national entity in charge of cybersecurity in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and serves as the national authority and reference on its affairs. NCA aims to improve the cybersecurity posture of the Kingdom in order to safeguard its vital interests, national security, critical infrastructures, high-priority sectors, and government services and activities. The NCA also focuses on stimulating the growth of the cybersecurity sector in the Kingdom and empowering innovation and investment in cyberspace.

Saudi Arabia has cemented its position as a cybersecurity leader, securing the highest ranking in the United Nations Global Cybersecurity Index (GCI) 2024. The International Telecommunication Union recognized Saudi Arabia's exceptional performance, classifying it as Tier 1 – Role-modelling among more than 190 member states. The index measures countries’ commitments towards cybersecurity through 83 indicators grouped into five pillars: legal measures, organizational measures, cooperation measures, capacity development measures and technical measures. The Kingdom secured an overall (GCI) perfect score of 100/100, securing 20 out of 20 points per pillar.The National Cybersecurity Authority (NCA) highlighted the index's significance as a global benchmark for cybersecurity. Saudi Arabia's outstanding performance in all five pillars underscores its leadership in cybersecurity.The NCA said that the Kingdom's pioneering position is a result of the guidance and support of the Saudi leadership in laying the foundation stone for the Saudi model in cybersecurity, carried out with the contribution of the Saudi Information Technology Company (SITE).The Saudi model is based on the centralization of cyber governance at the national level, including assessment, response, and national capacity building, and the decentralization of operations entrusted to national entities. This successful model's outputs have contributed to enhancing national cybersecurity and technical sovereignty and enhancing information sharing in international cooperation.The NCA also said that this leading position is a continuation of the Kingdom's advancements, as evidenced by its recent achievement of first place globally in the cybersecurity indicator, according to the IMD World Competitiveness Yearbook for 2024.The authority added that this achievement is a testament to the Kingdom's dedication to cybersecurity excellence, both domestically and internationally, and the strong collaboration among government, private, and non-profit sectors within the cybersecurity ecosystem.NCA is the national entity in charge of cybersecurity in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and serves as the national authority and reference on its affairs. NCA aims to improve the cybersecurity posture of the Kingdom in order to safeguard its vital interests, national security, critical infrastructures, high-priority sectors, and government services and activities.