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AZERBAIJAN DEVELOPS STRATEGY FOR CYBERSECURITY

Introduction

The government of Azerbaijan has developed a comprehensive strategy to ensure cybersecurity in the country. The strategy aims to establish an e-Government Research Centre, build capacity and knowledge-sharing on e-Government, and develop e-Government infrastructure.

Cybersecurity Initiatives

  • The Ministry of Transport, Communications & High Technology has been appointed as the operator of G-Cloud, a government cloud platform that will store data from various government bodies, state-owned companies, and other entities.
  • The Special Service of State Protection will provide necessary telecommunications channels for these entities to connect to G-Cloud.
  • Azerbaijan’s Cyber Security Centre (CERT.GOV.AZ) has been established under the Ministry of Communication and Information Technologies to coordinate cybersecurity activities, report on existing and potential risks, educate the public and private sectors, and provide methodological assistance.

Electronic Security Service

The Electronic Security Service (ESS) under the Ministry of Communications and High Technology has been established to:

  • Provide information on infrastructure
  • Raise awareness about existing and potential e-threats
  • Educate the public and private sectors in cybersecurity
  • Provide methodical assistance

The ESS will also coordinate activities of entities in the information infrastructure, collect and analyze information on cyber threats, and notify users of potential threats.

Research and Development

The Azerbaijan National Academy of Sciences (ANAS) and its Information Technologies Institute (ITI) have been conducting research on contemporary problems of ICT, including cybersecurity. The institute has developed methods and algorithms for:

  • Detecting information security threats
  • Information warfare manifestation in virtual environments
  • Intelligent analysis of Big Data

Cybersecurity Governance Assessment

The government of Azerbaijan has taken a proactive approach to ensuring cybersecurity by establishing various institutions and implementing initiatives. The country’s Cyber Security Centre and Electronic Security Service are working together to coordinate cybersecurity activities and provide support for incidents.

Conclusion

Azerbaijan has made significant strides in developing its cybersecurity strategy. The establishment of various institutions and initiatives demonstrates a commitment to ensuring the security of its digital infrastructure. While there is still work to be done, Azerbaijan’s efforts are commendable and demonstrate a willingness to invest in the country’s cybersecurity future.