At Alfanar, trust is the foundation of our digital ecosystem. We are committed to maintaining the highest standards of security, privacy, and compliance to protect our customers, partners, and employees
Security Posture
We implement robust security controls to protect our infrastructure, applications, and data.
- Policies and Procedures
- Vulnerability Management
- Change Management
- Incident Response
- Security by Design
- Cybersecurity Risk Management
- Cybersecurity Assurance
- Cybersecurity Culture
- Third-Party Risk Management
- AI Security Governance
Alfanar implements both global and KSA-specific policies, standards, and procedures that govern our security practices to ensure the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of organizational resources.
These are aligned with business objectives and industry-standard compliance frameworks such as ISO 27001, NIST, and NCA Cybersecurity Framework.
Our policies are regularly reviewed and updated to ensure they effectively mitigate risks and maintain robust control mechanisms.
Our systems are continuously monitored for vulnerabilities and potential cyber threats.
We employ a combination of automated scanning tools and manual assessments to identify and prioritize vulnerabilities using the Common Vulnerability Scoring System (CVSS).
Remediation is carried out promptly by the responsible internal teams to ensure system integrity and resilience.
Alfanar’s change management process ensures that all system changes including software patches, configuration updates, and new deployments are thoroughly assessed, approved, and implemented with minimal disruption to business operations. Each change is logged, tested in a controlled environment, and reviewed post-implementation for impact and effectiveness
Our Security Operations Center (SOC) operates 24/7 and follows a structured incident response policy based on global best practices.
We detect, analyze, and respond to cybersecurity incidents swiftly to minimize impact and ensure business continuity. Lessons learned from incidents are used to strengthen our defenses.
Security is embedded into every stage of our system development lifecycle. From initial design to deployment, we apply secure coding practices, threat modeling, and rigorous testing to ensure that our solutions are resilient against evolving threats.
Cybersecurity Risk Management is all about protecting alfanar digital assets by identifying and addressing threats before they become disasters, a proactive and strategic approach that spans across an organization's systems, processes, and people.
This practice encompasses not only technical defenses, such as firewalls and encryption, but also governance policies, employee awareness training, and compliance with regulatory standards.
Alfanar conducts regular internal and external audits, penetration testing, and compliance assessments to validate the effectiveness of our security controls. These assurance activities help us maintain transparency and accountability in our cybersecurity practices.
Cybersecurity culture refers to the shared attitudes, values, and practices regarding cybersecurity within alfanar. It plays a crucial role in enhancing alfanar’ overall security posture by promoting awareness, accountability, and proactive behaviors among all employees.
A strong cybersecurity culture means that every individual, regardless of their role, understands the importance of security and actively contributes to safeguarding the organization.
Alfanar evaluates the security posture of third-party vendors and partners through a comprehensive risk assessment process. We ensure that external entities comply with our security standards and contractual obligations, reducing the risk of supply chain vulnerabilities.
As we integrate AI technologies into our operations, Alfanar ensures that AI systems are governed by ethical and secure principles. We implement controls to prevent misuse, ensure data privacy, and maintain transparency in AI decision-making processes.
Privacy & Data Protection
Our privacy practices are designed to safeguard personal and sensitive data.
- Privacy Policy
- Data Subject Rights Request
- Privacy Governance & Policies
- Records of Processing Activities (RoPA)
- Privacy by Design & Default
- Consent & Legal Basis Management
- Third-Party Privacy Risk Management
- Cross-Border Data Transfer Governance
- Privacy Incident Management
- Privacy Awareness & Culture
Our Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, store, and share personal data. It reflects our compliance with Saudi PDPL, GDPR, and other applicable laws.
View our Privacy Policy here: Privacy Policy
Data Subject can exercise their rights, including access, correction, deletion, and objection, through our dedicated request channel..
Submit a Request: Data Subject Right Request
We maintain documented internal privacy policies and governance structures to ensure compliance and accountability across our business units and subsidiaries.
We document all personal data processing activities, covering purpose, legal basis, data recipients, and retention, to ensure transparency and effective oversight.
Privacy is embedded from the outset of all systems and processes. We conduct Privacy Impact Assessments (PIAs) to minimize risks throughout the lifecycle.
We manage consent with transparency and ensure all data processing is backed by a valid legal basis, including explicit consent where required.
Vendors and partners are assessed for their privacy posture, and contractual safeguards such as NDAs and Data Processing Agreements (DPAs) are enforced.
We use lawful mechanisms (e.g., SCCs, adequacy decisions) to safeguard personal data when transferred outside the originating country.
We have clear protocols to detect, contain, report, and remediate data breaches, including notifications to authorities and impacted individuals when required.
We conduct regular privacy training and awareness campaigns to promote a culture of accountability and data protection. A network of Privacy Champions across departments supports the adoption of good privacy practices throughout the organization.
Compliance & Certifications
We comply with industry standards and maintain relevant certifications.
- Certifications
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ISO/IEC 27001:2022
Information Security Management System (ISMS)
Demonstrates compliance with international standards by establishing and maintaining a formal Information Security Management System for the protection of information assets. It ensures information security risks are systematically identified, assessed, and controlled through defined governance structures, documented policies, and auditable security practices
ISO/IEC 20000-1:2018
Information Technology Management System (ITSM)
Demonstrates compliance with international standards by managing IT services through defined, auditable service management processes that support service quality, performance measurement, and continual improvement.
ISO/IEC 22301:2019
Business Continuity Management System (BCMS)
Demonstrates compliance with international standards by implementing a structured business continuity framework to ensure resilience, service availability, and continuity of critical operations during disruptive events
ISO/IEC 27701:2023
Privacy Information Management System (PIMS)
Demonstrates compliance with international standards by implementing a structured privacy management framework governing the processing of personal data, including defined roles, accountability mechanisms, risk assessments, and controls aligned with global data protection requirements.
ISO/IEC 27017:2015
Cloud Security
Demonstrates compliance with international standards by applying cloud-specific security controls to manage cloud-related risks, clarify shared responsibilities, and enforce appropriate governance over cloud environments.
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