Manama:The Central Bank of Bahrain (CBB) has successfully completed the annual surveillance audit of its Information Security Management System (ISMS) under the updated ISO/IEC 270012022 international standard.
According to Central Bank Of Bahrain, this achievement underscores the CBB’s dedication to maintaining the highest standards of information security and operational resilience. Mr. Mohamed Abdulkarim, Executive Director of Corporate Services at the CBB, emphasized the bank's commitment to safeguarding monetary and financial stability and promoting sustainable growth within the Kingdom’s financial services sector.
Mr. Mohamed Ahmed Al Sulaiti, Director of the Cyber-Security Unit at the CBB, stated that information security and cybersecurity resilience continue to be key priorities for the bank. The CBB is determined to protect its information assets, manage evolving cybersecurity risks proactively, and uphold robust governance standards aligned with international best practices.
The ISO/IEC 270012022 standard offers a globally recognized framework for establishing, implementing, maintaining, and enhancing information security management systems. The successful completion of the surveillance audit provides independent assurance of the effectiveness of the CBB’s information security policies, procedures, and controls.