Jordan Advances Cybersecurity Measures Under Economic Modernization Vision
(MENAFN- Jordan News Agency)
Amman, Feb. 3 (Petra) -- Jordan has implemented ten initiatives to enhance its cybersecurity standing as part of the Economic Modernization Vision (2023–2025), according to the 2024 annual report on the sector's progress.
The report highlighted efforts to strengthen cybersecurity infrastructure, noting that two
government sectors have undergone system upgrades, while 90 national institutions have been integrated into government
Network monitoring and analysis systems. Additionally, 48 newly developed government digital assets, including services, websites, and applications, have undergone security assessments.
Jordan has also expanded its global engagement in cybersecurity, joining two international cybersecurity organizations. The country has developed licensing regulations for two cybersecurity services and launched initiatives to enhance security measures across key sectors.
Efforts to expand cybersecurity services included strengthening security frameworks in 60 government institutions through infrastructure development projects. To foster collaboration, Jordan has formed partnerships with the private sector and approved memorandums of understanding with international entities. The country also hosted the second Jordan Cybersecurity Summit and launched awareness initiatives and capacity-building programs in cooperation with academic institutions.
As part of cybersecurity governance efforts, Jordan introduced the Cybersecurity Excellence Award to promote compliance with security regulations and issued the 2024 licensing system for cybersecurity service providers. The government has also classified critical infrastructure sectors and identified essential digital assets supporting national services. The National Training Plan and National Cybersecurity Framework have been developed, targeting 100 government institutions by 2025.
Further initiatives include drafting the Cybersecurity Strategy for the energy sector, establishing cybersecurity protection standards for critical infrastructure, and holding consultative meetings with sector operators.
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