Cybersecurity Framework Implementation: Developing and implementing a comprehensive cybersecurity framework aligned with industry standards (e.g., NIST Cybersecurity Framework) to ensure a systematic approach to managing cyber risks.
Network Security: Implementing firewalls, intrusion detection and prevention systems (IDS/IPS), and other technologies to secure the bank’s network infrastructure against unauthorized access and cyberattacks.
Endpoint Security: Protecting individual devices (computers, mobile devices) through antivirus software, anti-malware tools, and encryption to prevent malware infections and unauthorized access.
Liquidity Risk Management: Ensuring the bank maintains sufficient liquid assets to meet its financial obligations, even during periods of stress or unexpected events.
Interest Rate Risk Management: Managing the risk arising from changes in interest rates, which can impact the bank’s earnings, capital, and balance sheet.
Access Control and Identity Management: Implementing strong authentication mechanisms, access controls, and identity management solutions to ensure that only authorized personnel can access sensitive systems and data.
Security Information and Event Management (SIEM): Implementing SIEM tools to monitor and analyze network activities, detect anomalies, and respond to security incidents in real-time.
Vulnerability Assessment and Penetration Testing: Conducting regular assessments to identify vulnerabilities in systems and applications, and performing penetration tests to simulate cyberattacks and assess their impact.
Incident Response Planning: Developing comprehensive incident response plans that outline procedures to follow in case of a security breach, ensuring a swift and effective response.
Data Loss Prevention (DLP): Implementing DLP solutions to prevent unauthorized transmission of sensitive data outside the organization’s network.
Mobile Device Security: Ensuring the security of mobile devices used by employees, customers, and partners through mobile device management (MDM) solutions, remote wipe capabilities, and app whitelisting.
Cloud Security: Implementing security measures for cloud-based services and solutions to protect data and applications hosted in cloud environments.
Security Awareness Training: Educating employees and stakeholders about cybersecurity best practices, phishing awareness, and social engineering risks to promote a security-conscious culture.
Regulatory Compliance: Ensuring compliance with industry-specific regulations (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA, GLBA) and cybersecurity frameworks mandated by regulatory authorities.
Threat Intelligence and Cyber Threat Hunting: Monitoring emerging cyber threats and trends, as well as actively searching for potential threats within the bank’s network.
Patch Management: Ensuring that software, applications, and systems are regularly updated with the latest security patches to address known vulnerabilities.
Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery: Developing and testing plans to ensure the continuity of critical operations and data recovery in the event of cyber incidents or disasters.
Insider Threat Management: Monitoring for potential insider threats, such as employee misconduct or data breaches by trusted individuals within the organization.
Third-Party Risk Management: Assessing and managing the cybersecurity risks associated with third-party vendors and partners who have access to the bank’s systems and data.