| Firas S. Alghamdi, IT Infrastructure Director at Channels by STC, receives the ISO/IEC 27001:2022 certificate from Dr. Aftab Rizvi, CEO of Risk Associates. Ahmed Alshuraim, Access and IT Security Manager at Channels by STC, was also honoured during the ceremony.
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia – Risk Associates (RA), A renowned certification body specialising in cybersecurity standards, proudly announces that Channels by STC has been awarded the ISO/IEC 27001:2022 certification, presented in recognition of its commitment to implementing and maintaining a robust Information Security Management System.
During the certificate award ceremony held in Riyadh, Firas S. Alghamdi, IT Infrastructure Director at Channels by STC, received the ISO/IEC 27001:2022 certificate from Dr. Aftab Rizvi, CEO of Risk Associates. Ahmed Alshuraim, Access and IT Security Manager at Channels by STC, was also honored during the ceremony.
Dr. Aftab Rizvi – CEO Risk Associates presenting Certificate to Firas S. Alghamdi – IT Infrastructure Director at Channels by STC
“We congratulate Channels by STC on this significant accomplishment,” stated Dr. Aftab Rizvi. “This certification reflects Channels by STC’s dedication to implementing robust security measures across all areas, safeguarding sensitive information in today’s digital landscape.”
The certification of Channels by STC highlights the importance of information security in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and underscores Risk Associate’s commitment to promoting cybersecurity in the region.
ISO/IEC 27001:2022 is the latest version of the internationally recognised standard for ISMS, emphasising a risk-based approach to information security management. It provides organisations with a framework to identify, assess, and mitigate information security risks, ensuring the protection of assets such as financial information, intellectual property, employee details, and customer information.
Gracing the ceremony were key personalities, including Mr. Azam Saeed Hashmi Director – MEA and Ms. Fareha Javed of Risk Associates, alongside other representatives from both organizations.
As a trusted certification body, Risk Associates is committed to supporting organizations like STC in their pursuit of excellence in information security management.
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