RIYADH: Kaspersky and Zain KSA, Saudi Arabia’s leading telecom and digital solutions provider, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to enhance cybersecurity collaboration. This strategic partnership will leverage Kaspersky’s advanced cybersecurity solutions, services, and training to bolster cyber resilience across critical operations.
The partnership establishes a framework for joint projects aimed at improving incident response, security operations, and proactive threat intelligence. Through Managed Detection and Response (MDR) services, rapid cyber incident responses, and resilience-focused simulations, Zain KSA will enhance its ability to adapt to and mitigate cyber threats.
Key areas of focus include threat intelligence and proactive monitoring, Incident response and rapid mitigation strategies, Security operations center (SOC) enhancements, Endpoint detection and industrial cybersecurity and Cyber Security training for experts.
The MoU also includes red teaming exercises to identify vulnerabilities and implement mitigation strategies. By utilizing Kaspersky’s training programs, both organizations will strengthen their cybersecurity expertise, improve threat detection, and enhance response capabilities.
Mohamad Hashem, General Manager of Saudi Arabia and Bahrain at Kaspersky, emphasized the importance of collaboration in today’s evolving threat landscape: "Cyber Threats are constantly evolving, and companies must work together to stay ahead. Partnerships like this enable knowledge sharing and best practices that strengthen the overall cybersecurity ecosystem. By joining forces, we can empower organizations to better protect themselves and their stakeholders from emerging cyber risks."
This collaboration underscores a proactive approach to cybersecurity, reinforcing Zain KSA’s commitment to digital security while utilizing Kaspersky’s global expertise.
