QIIB honoured by National Cyber Security Agency as the ‘First Bank in Qatar’ to receive the National Information Assurance (NIA) Certification

Dr. Al-Shaibei: We are committed to the National Cyber Security Strategy and aligned with the Third Financial Sector Strategy launched by Qatar Central Bank

The National Cyber Security Agency (NCSA) honoured Qatar International Islamic Bank (QIIB) during the 4th Annual NCSA Cyber Governance and Assurance Conference, recognising QIIB as the "first bank in Qatar" to obtain the National Information Assurance (NIA) certification in the field of information security.

During the conference's opening session, held at The Ritz-Carlton, Doha, His Excellency Eng. Abdul Rahman Ali Muhammad al-Farahid al-Malki, President of the National Cyber Security Agency, presented the NIA certification to Dr. Abdulbasit Ahmad al-Shaibei, QIIB Chief Executive Officer, in the presence of dignitaries, senior officials, experts, and stakeholders in technology and cyber security.

This honour follows QIIB's recent announcement of being awarded the NIA certification, underscoring its leadership as the first bank in Qatar to achieve this recognition, and reaffirming its commitment to implementing the highest levels of cyber security standards.

On this occasion, Dr. Al-Shaibei stated: "We are truly proud to receive this certification today, as it represents a well-deserved official recognition of our continuous efforts to strengthen a culture of digital security and our full commitment to the National Cyber Security Strategy, which serves as a key pillar in safeguarding information assets and supporting Qatar's development journey."

He noted, "Obtaining the NIA certification marks a milestone in the bank's journey, confirming that we are on the right path by investing in cutting-edge protection technologies and adopting proactive policies that enhance our customers' trust and provide them with a secure and reliable banking experience."

Dr. Al-Shaibei continued, "QIIB's leadership in cyber security aligns with the Third Financial Sector Strategy launched by Qatar Central Bank, which places strong emphasis on technology and digital transformation. We are keen to make digital excellence and cyber security a cornerstone in implementing this strategy, thereby elevating the quality of banking services offered to our customers and contributing to the overall development of the national banking sector."

The QIIB CEO also expressed his deep appreciation to the National Cyber Security Agency for its continuous support and guidance.

He said, "We view this certification as a strong incentive to further enhance our capabilities and boost our readiness to address fast-evolving digital challenges, in line with our customers' expectations and in support of building a safe and sustainable digital environment in the State of Qatar."

The National Cyber Security Agency reaffirmed the importance of compliance with the National Information Assurance (NIA) standard, highlighting its role in protecting national information assets and strengthening the country's overall cyber security posture.

The agency also expressed its aspiration for other banks, financial institutions, government entities, and organisations in critical sectors to obtain NIA certification, which would significantly reinforce the State's cyber resilience.