Saudi Arabia’s National Cybersecurity Authority (NCA) established the Essential Cybersecurity Controls (ECC) as a foundational regulatory framework to strengthen the Kingdom’s cybersecurity posture and align with Vision 2030. Through adherence to these controls, organisations can better safeguard their sensitive data, information & technology assets, and critical infrastructure. The ECC is mandatory for all government entities and critical infrastructure sectors. Non-compliance may lead to penalties, reputational risk, and potential disruption of operations.
The ECC Framework consists of
- Cybersecurity Main Domains
- Cybersecurity Subdomains
- Cybersecurity Controls
At Sysprove Consulting, we specialize in guiding organisations through the full lifecycle of ECC compliance—translating mandates into clear, actionable, and sustainable cybersecurity outcomes.
Our consulting philosophy is centered on alignment, clarity, and capability building. We recognize that ECC compliance is not a one-size-fits-all exercise, especially in environments where organisations have a combination of IT (Information Technology) & OT (Operational Technology), sector-specific regulations, and evolving threat landscapes.
We bring a localized perspective—understanding the unique operational and regulatory context in Saudi Arabia—while leveraging best practices from international standards and frameworks like ISO 27001, NIST CSF, SABSA®, HIPAA, PDPL, FISMA, SOC2, ISO 22301, COBIT®, and ITIL®.
Our Methodology
We follow a structured, risk-based methodology tailored to the organisation’s maturity and strategic priorities:
Initial Readiness Assessment
- Benchmarking against all ECC domains (e.g., Cybersecurity Governance, Cybersecurity Defense, Cybersecurity Resilience, Third-Party & Cloud Computing Cybersecurity)
- Identification of gaps and immediate risks
- Scoring aligned with NCA maturity levels
Stakeholder Engagement & Awareness
- Workshops with executive and operational stakeholders
- Customised ECC awareness sessions to ensure buy-in and cultural alignment
Compliance Roadmap Design
- Prioritised implementation plan with resource allocations and defined roles
- Integration with existing initiatives like ISO 27001 programs or GRC platforms
Control Implementation & Documentation
- Development of ECC-aligned policies, standards, and procedures
- Technical hardening guidance for key controls
Verification & Audit Readiness
- Internal audit support.
- Documentation packs and evidence collection.
- Simulation of NCA audit questions and walkthroughs.
Sustainment & Continual Improvement
- Metrics & KPI definition
- Governance structure setup (Cybersecurity Committee charters, reporting lines)
- Transition planning for internal teams
The value we bring
✅ Saudi Arabia Centric Expertise Over 15 years of experience in delivering cybersecurity, IT Governance, and Business Continuity for government and private sector organizations in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
✅ Customisation of Compliance We tailor compliance journeys based on sectoral nuances, regulatory overlaps (SAMA, CST), and alignment with Vision 2030 initiatives.
✅ Compliance with Purpose We go beyond checkbox implementation—helping to embed ECC controls into the organisation’s broader cybersecurity and risk management strategy.
✅ Accelerated Delivery with Proven Artifacts Templates, policy libraries, and implementation trackers aligned to NCA ECC make projects faster and more cost-effective.
✅ Empowerment Through Knowledge Transfer Our goal is to leave your teams self-sufficient. We embed capability-building throughout the engagement.
✅ Audit-Ready Confidence With our structured documentation and dry-run audit walkthroughs, you’re equipped for both internal and NCA-led inspections.
For details on the Essential Cybersecurity Controls (ECC) refer to the following documents published by NCA: