National Cybersecurity Authority Issues "National Framework for Cybersecurity Risk Management"

2025-07-23T11:45:29.750Z

National Cybersecurity Authority Issues "National Framework for Cybersecurity Risk Management"

The National Cybersecurity Authority announced the issuance of the "National Framework for Cybersecurity Risk Management," which provides a strategic vision for managing cybersecurity risks at the entity and national levels, and fundamentally outlines the methodology for managing such risks, as well as the relevant roles, responsibilities, and procedures that would enhance cybersecurity risk management capabilities in the Kingdom.

The framework aims to effectively manage cybersecurity risks, enabling entities to enhance the performance of their missions and roles across various fields and sectors, consolidate cybersecurity risk management responsibilities, and promote a culture of cybersecurity risk management among national entities to apply best practices in the field.

The Authority explained that the framework targets government entities in the Kingdom, their subsidiaries and affiliated companies inside and outside the Kingdom, and private sector entities that own, operate, or host sensitive national infrastructures. The Authority also encourages other entities, including private sector entities without sensitive infrastructures and non-profit entities, to benefit from this framework to enhance their cybersecurity risk management capabilities. The "National Framework for Cybersecurity Risk Management" document can be viewed on the Authority's website.

The National Cybersecurity Authority is the entity responsible for cybersecurity in the Kingdom and the national reference on its affairs. It aims to enhance cybersecurity to protect the state's vital interests and national security, in addition to protecting sensitive infrastructures, priority sectors, and government services and activities. It is also responsible for developing policies, governance mechanisms, frameworks, standards, controls, and guidelines related to cybersecurity to achieve a safe and reliable Saudi cyberspace that enables growth and prosperity.