Navigating SEBI’s New Cyber Resilience Guidelines: How SISA Can Empower Your Cybersecurity Strategy

 

With SEBI’s new Cybersecurity and Cyber Resilience Framework (CSCRF) deadlines approaching, learn how your organization can navigate this change with SISA’s expertise. Understand what the new CSCRF regulations mean for your business, which deadlines apply to your organization, what the new Cyber Capability Index(CCI) means and why CSCRF is a turning point in the industry.

With deadlines for the new regulations fast approaching, understand what this new framework and cyber resilience guidelines mean for your organisation and the future of the Indian securities market.

The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) recently introduced the Cybersecurity and Cyber Resilience Framework (CSCRF) to bolster the cybersecurity of regulated entities in the Indian securities market. Designed to replace prior SEBI guidelines, this comprehensive framework seeks to enhance the cyber resilience of diverse organizations, ensuring that they remain secure and prepared for evolving threats.

What CSCRF Means for You

The new CSCRF incorporates key cyber resilience goals from CERT-In’s Cyber Crisis Management Plan, such as Anticipate, Withstand, Contain, Recover, and Evolve. These goals are mapped to six fundamental cybersecurity functions: Governance, Identify, Protect, Detect, Respond, and Recover — providing a structured and proactive approach to cybersecurity.

A significant feature of CSCRF is the introduction of the Cyber Capability Index (CCI). This index helps Market Infrastructure Institutions (MIIs) and other Qualified REs (Registered Entities) assess and monitor their cybersecurity maturity levels, enabling ongoing progress and adaptation in the face of emerging threats.

Implementation Deadlines: The framework mandates compliance by January 2025 for entities with previous guidelines and by April 2025 for entities covered for the first time.

The Challenges: Why CSCRF Is a Turning Point

The CSCRF is not just about compliance — it represents a fundamental shift towards building a sustainable and resilient security posture across all aspects of an organization. For many REs, navigating this change can be challenging due to costs, technical complexities, and the need for specialized expertise.

This is where SISA steps in.

Why Partner with SISA?

1. Practical, Experience-Driven Insights

SISA’s expertise stems from a global footprint covering 35+ countries and our experience with 2000+ clients across multiple sectors such as finance, retail, IT, and more. We understand the complexities of modern cybersecurity requirements and provide guidance tailored to each organization’s needs.

2. Proactive Approach to Risk Assessment

Our focus goes beyond compliance. Through Proactive Risk Assessment and gap analysis, we identify threats early and offer actionable insights to address vulnerabilities. This ensures organizations are not only compliant but also prepared to face emerging threats.

3. ISO 27001 Support and Certification

A critical part of CSCRF is the ISO 27001 certification requirement for MIIs and Qualified REs. SISA’s experienced team helps your organization understand the nuances of ISO 27001, navigate documentation requirements, and achieve certification seamlessly.

4. Security Operations Centre (SOC) Implementation

The new guidelines emphasize the need for continuous cybersecurity monitoring via a Security Operations Centre (SOC). SISA offers end-to-end SOC implementation, from incident response planning to continuous monitoring.

5. Customized Support for Cyber Capability Index (CCI)

With the introduction of the CCI, organizations can now evaluate their cyber maturity. SISA provides comprehensive support to help REs meet these CCI standards and improve their cyber resilience consistently.

Your Partner for Cyber Resilience and Compliance

The new CSCRF framework & cyber resilience guidelines by SEBI brings forward a proactive vision of cybersecurity for the Indian securities market — one focused not only on defending but also on adapting and evolving. SISA, with its philosophy of “Security and not only Compliance” helps regulated entities take a strategic approach to meet these requirements. We provide 24/7 support, leveraging our global reach, expert knowledge, and advanced tools to ensure compliance and strengthen your cybersecurity framework.

Achieving compliance doesn’t have to be overwhelming. Instead turn compliance into an opportunity for growth, resilience, and future-readiness. Click here to get in touch with us

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