MFA Solutions for Saudi Arabia: Meeting NCA Cybersecurity Standards with Versasec

Date: 2025-05-28
Author: Versasec

NCA’s Cybersecurity Framework and MFA Mandate

The NCA has introduced stringent cybersecurity controls, frameworks, and guidelines to address the increasing complexities of cyber threats. A key mandate within these directives is Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) for Essential, TeleWork, Critical, and Data Cybersecurity Controls. MFA requires users to verify their identity through a combination of “something they know” (e.g., password or PIN), “something they have” (e.g., token or smart card), or “something they are” (e.g., biometric data). This layered approach significantly enhances security by mitigating risks associated with compromised passwords and unauthorized access.

Versasec’s PKI and FIDO-Based MFA Authentication Solutions

Versasec is committed to providing advanced Identity and Access Management (IAM) solutions that support organizational security objectives. Our core offerings, vSEC:CMS (on-premise) and vSEC:CLOUD (SaaS), are designed to enable organizations to implement tailored IAM strategies that meet their specific security needs. By partnering with leading identity industry providers, Versasec supports a comprehensive range of credentials to facilitate automated and configurable IAM security.

Our solutions offer several key benefits:

• Eliminates Reliance on Passwords: MFA minimizes vulnerability to phishing attacks by eliminating dependence on traditional passwords.
• Stronger Authentication: Digital certificates ensure accurate identification of users, machines, and devices, enhancing authentication integrity.
• Secure Communication: Encryption safeguards sensitive data during transmission.
• Centralized Management: Efficient control and monitoring of digital certificates, including revocation and temporary issuance for remote users, reduces credential compromise risks.
• Enhanced User Convenience: Multiple security capabilities are consolidated into a single device, supporting physical and logical access, digital signatures, email encryption, secure remote access, file and disk encryption, and website authentication.

Comprehensive Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) Strategy

Versasec advocates a comprehensive approach to MFA that combines robust PKI hardware-based authentication (something you know and something you have) with FIDO authentication for web applications. This strategy includes:

• Risk Assessment and Mitigation: Identifying and mitigating potential security threats and compliance vulnerabilities to prevent unauthorized access and ensure NCA compliance.
• Integration with Existing Frameworks: Ensuring seamless integration with existing security frameworks and compliance initiatives to establish a cohesive cybersecurity posture.
• Scalability and Flexibility: Offering scalable and flexible end-to-end MFA solutions to adapt to evolving organizational needs.
• Centralized Management and Reporting: Enabling administrators to efficiently manage authentication policies, user access, and security settings.
• Self-Service Capabilities: Empowering users to enroll, manage, and renew PKI certificates or FIDO authenticators through self-service applications.

Personalized Identity Credential Architecture (PICA)

Recognizing that each organization has unique IAM security requirements, Versasec offers the flexibility to create a Personalized Identity Credential Architecture (PICA). By integrating with leading identity industry partners, we provide access to a wide range of supported credentials. We are also committed to developing customized solutions for specific authentication challenges.

Conclusion

The collaborative solutions provided by Versasec and our Technology Partner network align with best practices and adhere to the NCA’s mandates for MFA, Data and Network Encryption, Remote Worker Controls and Framework requirements.

For further information on how Versasec can assist your organization in achieving NCA compliance and enhancing your cybersecurity framework, please contact us at info@versasec.com.