The National Cybersecurity Authority (NCA) has announced the list of companies that have received Tier-1 licenses to provide Managed Security Operations Center (SOC) services. These licenses allow service providers to offer advanced cybersecurity solutions to government entities and private sector organizations that own, operate, or host critical national infrastructure.
The six companies that have been awarded the Tier-1 license include:
These licenses aim to strengthen national cybersecurity by enabling providers to deliver comprehensive services, including cyber threat detection, response mechanisms, and security enhancement for beneficiary entities.
This announcement follows the issuance of:
These policies mandate that government entities and private sector organizations operating critical national infrastructure must implement their cybersecurity operations through licensed Tier-1 service providers.
The NCA serves as the primary regulatory authority for cybersecurity in Saudi Arabia, ensuring the protection of national interests and critical infrastructure. Additionally, it fosters innovation and investment in the cybersecurity sector, creating a regulatory environment that supports the growth of local cybersecurity firms.
