NCA ECC Compliance
Ensure your organization meets the National Cybersecurity Authority (NCA) requirements, including the Essential Cybersecurity Controls (ECC), to strengthen cybersecurity and regulatory compliance in Saudi Arabia.
The National Cybersecurity Authority (NCA) of Saudi Arabia serves as the central authority for cybersecurity governance, policy development, and compliance enforcement across the Kingdom. Its mission is to safeguard national interests, critical infrastructure, and digital transformation initiatives under Vision 2030. To achieve this, the NCA has developed a comprehensive suite of cybersecurity controls, frameworks, and guidelines. These are designed to help public and private sector entities enhance their cybersecurity posture and ensure compliance with national regulations.
The Essential Cybersecurity Controls (ECC-1:2018) are the foundational cybersecurity requirements established by the NCA. They are mandatory for:
- Government entities, including ministries, authorities, and other public organizations.
- Private sector organizations that own, operate, or manage Critical National Infrastructure (CNI).
The Essential Cybersecurity Controls consist of the following:
- 5 Cybersecurity Main Domains.
- 29 Cybersecurity Subdomains.
- 114 Cybersecurity Controls.
These domains encompass areas such as cybersecurity governance, defense, resilience, third-party and cloud computing, and industrial control systems.
In addition to the ECC, the NCA has introduced several other critical standards to address specific cybersecurity areas:
1. Critical Systems Cybersecurity Controls (CSCC-1:2019): Focused on securing critical national infrastructure systems.
2. Operational Technology Cybersecurity Controls (OTCC-1:2022): Addresses cybersecurity in industrial control systems and operational technology environments.
3. Data Cybersecurity Controls (DCC-1:2022): Guidelines for protecting data throughout its lifecycle.
4. Cloud Cybersecurity Controls (CCC-1:2020): Standards for securing cloud computing services.
5. Organizations' Social Media Accounts Cybersecurity Controls (OSMACC-1:2021): Ensures the security of official organizational social media accounts.
6. Telework Cybersecurity Controls (TCC-1:2021): Guidelines for securing remote work environments.
7. Saudi Cybersecurity Workforce Framework (SCyWF): Defines roles and competencies for cybersecurity professionals.
8. National Cryptographic Standards (NCS-1:2020): Establishes cryptographic requirements for data protection.
9. Saudi Cybersecurity Higher Education Framework: Sets curriculum requirements for cybersecurity education programs.
10. Cybersecurity Guidelines for E-commerce Consumers (CGEC-1:2019): Best practices for consumers engaging in e-commerce.
11. Cybersecurity Guidelines for E-commerce Service Providers (CGESP-1:2019): Security guidelines for e-commerce platforms and service providers.
Organizations subject to NCA regulations are required to:
- Conduct self-assessments using the NCA's compliance tools.
- Submit periodic compliance reports.
- Undergo on-site audits as mandated.
Non-compliance can result in regulatory sanctions, legal actions, and restrictions from participating in government contracts.
Resecurity offers comprehensive solutions to assist organizations in aligning with NCA’s cybersecurity requirements:
- Gap Analysis & Readiness Assessments: Identify areas of non-compliance and develop actionable plans.
- Policy Development & Implementation: Craft and enforce policies that meet NCA standards.
- Security Monitoring & Incident Response: Deploy tools to detect, respond to, and recover from cybersecurity incidents.
- Training & Awareness Programs: Educate staff on cybersecurity best practices and compliance obligations.
- Audit Preparation & Support: Assist in preparing for NCA audits and assessments.
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