ZainTECH earns CREST accreditation for SOC excellence in Jordan and KSA

• Joins a global elite of trusted cybersecurity providers
• Advanced capabilities position ZainTECH as a regional hub for cybersecurity excellence

Riyadh, KSA, 17 February 2025 – ZainTECH, the digital solutions arm of Zain Group, has joined a global elite of trusted cybersecurity providers by securing CREST accreditation for its Security Operations Centre (SOC) services in Jordan and Saudi Arabia. This accomplishment will empower ZainTECH to provide businesses with scalable, efficient, and regulatory-compliant cybersecurity solutions, backed by skilled professionals with globally recognized certifications.

CREST, a globally recognized non-profit, upholds rigorous evaluation and standards for cybersecurity quality and reliability of SOC elements, including compliance with ISO27001/9001, robust incident response, effective monitoring, and operational hygiene.

This achievement makes ZainTECH the first organization to earn CREST SOC accreditation in Jordan while also securing it in Saudi Arabia. This milestone solidifies both countries' position as a hub for cybersecurity excellence and paves the way for ZainTECH to expand these advanced capabilities across its Middle East footprint. Enterprise customers benefit from enhanced protection, operational efficiency, and cutting-edge expertise against evolving threats.

This accreditation represents the first step in ZainTECH’s strategy to achieve CREST recognition across all its SOCs, ensuring world-class cybersecurity standards regionally. It reflects ZainTECH’s dedication to continuous improvement and customer trust.

The foundational expertise of ZainTECH’s subsidiary STS played a critical role in meeting CREST’s stringent criteria, showcasing ZainTECH’s ability to achieve global recognition by leveraging technical and operational excellence.

Andrew Hanna, CEO of ZainTECH, stated: "Achieving CREST SOC accreditation underscores our commitment to cybersecurity excellence, protecting our clients, and driving advancements across all markets we serve. It also complements the many other leading-edge digital transformation and managed ICT solutions we offer enterprise and government customers in the MENA region."

Sebastian Madden, Chief Product Officer at CREST, stated; “By obtaining the gold standard of SOC accreditation from CREST, ZainTECH has demonstrated effective planning, management, and oversight of SOC operations to support consistent and reliable service delivery. The accreditation provides assurance to ZainTECH’s clients and government regulators around the world of ZainTECH’s maturity across all aspects of SOC operations, governance, and customer alignment.” As cyber threats grow increasingly complex, ZainTECH’s accreditation reaffirms its role as a trusted partner in digital transformation, delivering innovative, customer-centric solutions while maintaining the highest standards of excellence.