What is SCA Compliance?
SCA compliance ensures integrity, confidentiality, and availability of information systems across capital market infrastructures and regulated entities.
Under the Securities and Commodities Authority (SCA), licensed firms, exchanges, brokers, and financial intermediaries must adhere to strict cybersecurity and governance standards that safeguard investors, trading data, and financial markets.
Board-approved cybersecurity policies aligned with SCA’s Information Security Regulation.
Continuous monitoring, testing, and incident detection for trading platforms and brokerage systems.
Incident management, disaster recovery, and third-party risk oversight.
directives to ensure national-level protection for market operations.
Proven Track Record in SCA Compliance
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SCA Information & Technology Governance: 6 Core Cybersecurity Domains
The SCA framework enforces cybersecurity, operational integrity, and market governance standards for financial institutions, brokerage firms, and exchanges licensed under UAE law.
These requirements strengthen investor protection, financial stability, and compliance assurance across all SCA-regulated entities.
ITSEC aligns with ISO 27001, NIST, and SCA Information Security Regulation to ensure full regulatory compliance and digital resilience.
Our SCA Compliance Services
ITSEC provides end-to-end solutions that ensure full alignment with SCA cybersecurity and risk management standards. We deliver guidance, documentation, and audit preparation tailored for exchanges, brokers, and regulated financial entities.
Order management system penetration testing
Market data feed integrity validation
API security and rate limiting
Trading engine security review
Front-running and manipulation testing
Third-party integration security
Smart contract security audits (ERC-3643, ERC-1400)
Custody solution security review
Blockchain node and RPC security
Tokenization platform penetration testing
KYC/AML integration security
KYC/AML system security assessment
Network segmentation and firewall testing
High-availability and failover testing
Remote access and VPN security
DDoS resilience and mitigation validation
DDoS resilience and mitigation validation
Backup and disaster recovery validation
SCA cybersecurity gap assessment
Incident response planning and testing
Board and management reporting
Compliance documentation and evidence
SCA notification and reporting support
Ongoing compliance monitoring
Why SCA-Regulated Companies Choose ITSEC
With over 20 years of cybersecurity expertise, ITSEC is the trusted compliance partner for brokers, exchanges, and asset management firms operating under the Securities and Commodities Authority (SCA).
Our proven methodology addresses every cybersecurity, operational risk, and governance requirement defined by the SCA’s Information Security and Cyber Risk Management Framework, ensuring firms achieve full readiness before regulatory inspections.
Our tailored compliance framework aligns with the UAE’s federal cybersecurity strategy and SCA mandates, helping organizations maintain market integrity, investor protection, and operational resilience.
ITSEC Services Mapped to SCA’s Regulatory Framework
Our cybersecurity and risk management framework aligns with SCA regulatory principles to ensure continuous compliance.
Track Your SCA Compliance Journey
Gain real-time visibility into your governance, resilience, and cybersecurity posture under SCA’s Information Security Framework.
Simulate financial service disruptions to validate response and recovery capabilities in line with SCA's operatioanl risk framework
Perform market-wide impact assessments to measure resilience across trading platforms, people, and processes.
Establish escalation, communication, and post-incident reporting workflows consistent with SCA's operational resilience expectations.
Network Security Validation
Test and enhance network defense, access control, and endpoint protection in line with SCA’s cybersecurity requirements.
Data Encryption Enforcement
Implement encryption and key management protocols for secure trading and client data protection.
Vulnerability Assessment
Deploy continuous threat detection, response automation, and log management through an FSRA-compliant SOC environment.
Vendor Risk Management
Assess third-party service providers to ensure compliance with SCA outsourcing and SLA control requirements.
Supply Chain Auditing
Conduct periodic reviews of vendor data handling, access, and cybersecurity practices.
Outsourced IT Oversight
Monitor and document external IT provider performance and control effectiveness to maintain full SCA compliance.
CISO Governance Program
Establish a defined cybersecurity leadership structure with board-level reporting and accountability.
Regulatory Audit Readiness
Prepare audit evidence, compliance documentation, and regulatory submissions for SCA inspections.
Continuous Monitoring & Review
Maintain real-time compliance dashboards and audit trails to support ongoing regulatory assurance.
Your Path to SCA Compliance
A proven 5-step process that takes you from cybersecurity assessment to full SCA regulatory compliance.
compliance timeline ●
project scope ●
● SCA alignment report.
Remediation tracker ●
Outsourcing risk review findings ●
● Compliance summary
● SCA audit pack
Compliance dashboard updates ●
updated resilience plans ●
Security and Compliance Service Tiers
Tailored service tiers for SCA - Regulated firms — choose the level of compliance coverage you need, from governance to full audit readiness.
White-glove service for high volume platforms and multi-entity groups
Custom pricing per entity
✔ Full-Time Virtual CISO (Unlimited)
✔ Multi-Entity Compliance Coordination
✔ Smart Contract Security Audits
✔ Custom Security Architecture Design
✔ Weekly Status Meetings
✔ Priority SCA Inspection Prep
✔ Continuous Threat Monitoring
✔ SLA-Backed Response Times
Comprehensive coverage for active exchanges and broker-dealers
Custom pricing per entity
✔ Virtual CISO Services (50 hours/year)
✔ Advanced Key Lifecycle Management
✔ HSM Integration & Configuration
✔ SOC Setup & SIEM Integration
✔ Monthly Security Reviews
✔ 24/7 Incident Response Hotline
✔ Dedicated Compliance Manager
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SCA Compliance
Custom pricing per entity
✔ Vulnerability Assessment & Penetration Testing
✔ Basic Key Governance Framework
✔ 72-Hour Incident Response Plan
✔ SCA Compliant Documentation
✔ Quarterly Vulnerability Scans
✔ Email Support
Need a Custom Solution?
Large enterprises, multi-jurisdiction entities, or unique compliance requirements? We build bespoke security programs for complex SCA scenarios.
Trusted by SCA Licensed Leaders
Join dozens of exchanges, broker-dealers, and issuers who achieved compliance with ITSEC
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SCA Compliance Case Study: Strengthening Cyber & Regulatory Assurance
The Securities and Commodities Authority (SCA) enforces comprehensive cybersecurity and regulatory standards across licensed financial intermediaries, brokerage firms, and market operators in the UAE.
These frameworks ensure investor protection, data integrity, and operational transparency for firms operating within the national capital market ecosystem.
Through this structured approach, ITSEC ensured the client achieved full compliance with zero non-conformities and improved long-term regulatory resilience.
Key Deliverables:
☑ Cyber Resilience & Incident Response Plan
☑ Data Protection & Privacy Control Audit
☑ SCA Control Mapping & Audit Readiness-Compliant Documentation Package
☑ Continuous Monitoring and Compliance Dashboard
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