Risk Associates has joined National Cert as a Technology Innovation Partner under the Cyber Innovation Ecosystem (CIE) Initiative

Islamabad, Pakistan — National Cyber Emergency Response Team (National CERT) of Pakistan has formalised a strategic partnership with Risk Associates under the Cyber Innovation Ecosystem (CIE) initiative, welcoming the organisation as a Technology Innovation Partner. The Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed, marking another significant step toward strengthening Pakistan’s national cyber resilience framework.

The MoU was signed by Dr. Aftab Rizvi, CEO of Risk Associates, and Ms. Adeela Waqar, Director Labs, National CERT, in the presence of officials and representatives from both organisations. The collaboration reflects a shared vision to advance cybersecurity capabilities through innovation, structured capacity-building programs, and industry-driven technological solutions aligned with national priorities.

Speaking on the occasion, Dr. Aftab Rizvi, CEO of Risk Associates, expressed his enthusiasm for the partnership.

“This partnership with National CERT is a momentous step for Risk Associates. It allows us to apply our core expertise at a national level, fulfilling our deep-seated commitment to making Pakistan’s digital ecosystem safe, resilient, and forward-looking.”

Kashif Hassan, Managing Director of Risk Associates, highlighted the strategic importance of the collaboration.

“We are truly excited about the potential of the Cyber Innovation Ecosystem. For us, this is an incredible opportunity to leverage our industry insights not just to innovate, but to empower Pakistan’s critical infrastructure with the robust defenses needed in today’s volatile threat environment.”

Risk Associates will work closely with National CERT in areas including cybersecurity research and innovation, technical collaboration, knowledge exchange, and the development of advanced mechanisms to address emerging cyber threats. The partnership also aims to strengthen capacity building, promote best practices, and foster a culture of proactive cyber defense across critical sectors.

The Cyber Innovation Ecosystem (CIE) serves as a collaborative platform bringing together government institutions, private sector organisations, academia, and technology innovators to collectively enhance Pakistan’s digital security landscape. Through such partnerships, National CERT continues to reinforce its commitment to building a secure, resilient, and innovation-driven cybersecurity ecosystem for the country.