NCA ECC (Essential Cybersecurity Controls)
Region
SA (Saudi Arabia)
Focus
Organisational Management
Detailed description
The Essential Cybersecurity Controls (ECC) is developed by the NCA to define the minimum cybersecurity requirements for national organisations within its scope of ECC implementation. This framework outlines the controls, their objectives, scope, statement of applicability, compliance approach, and monitoring processes. The primary goal of these controls is to establish baseline cybersecurity requirements for protecting the information and technology assets of organisations. These requirements, rooted in industry-leading practices, aim to minimise cybersecurity risks stemming from both internal and external threats. To achieve this, the ECC focuses on safeguarding the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of organisational information and technology assets, with a strategic emphasis on four key cybersecurity pillars: strategy, people, processes, and technology.
Key Details
- Developed by the Saudi National Cybersecurity Authority (NCA).
- Focuses on foundational security measures such as identity management, system access controls, and incident management.
- Suitable for organisations of varying sizes and cybersecurity maturity levels.
- Aligns with international standards for cybersecurity hygiene.