● Center of Excellence in Information Assurance, KSU
Innovative Security Solutions Supporting Cybersecurity in the Kingdom
Established at King Saud University in 2009 as one of the Kingdom's promising national initiatives, the Center develops and delivers innovative security solutions that elevate information security across the public and private sectors, powered by a select group of researchers and consultants holding the highest academic and professional credentials.
973+
Research Papers & Publications
92+
Researchers & Specialists
19+
Registered Patents
30+
Global & Local Awards
Areas of Specialization
Four Areas Creating National Impact
The Center delivers its services across four main areas, research, consulting, training, and awareness, serving both the public and private sectors.
Consulting
Advanced consulting in cybersecurity governance and applying national and international frameworks.
Research
Advanced scientific research addressing current and future security challenges.
Training
Empowering national talent through specialized cybersecurity training programs.
Awareness
Integrated awareness solutions that raise cybersecurity awareness across organizations.
A National Product Since 2012
Rawam | E-Awareness & Phishing Simulation Platform
Rawam is the first digital product for strengthening security awareness inside government and private organizations, with purely Saudi content.
✓ Realistic Phishing Simulation
Test your employees' readiness against the latest attack techniques.
✓ Awareness & Behavior Analytics
Dashboards and instant reports with smart campaign scheduling.
✓ Saudi Identity
Content and visuals reflecting national culture, with 27 awareness topics.
Sayyad Phishing Simulation
Protect Your Organization With Sayyad
Phishing attacks are more sophisticated than ever. Sayyad does not stop at training employees: it builds habits that help them detect and avoid phishing emails, fostering an aware, cautious workplace that strengthens your organization's protection.
Fast, Effortless Simulation With Detailed Reports
An effective, seamless experience for measuring employee awareness of phishing and suspicious emails, with comprehensive reports .
Integrated With the Rawam Awareness System
Delivers instant, effective awareness to employees who fell for a phishing email, within one ecosystem with Rawam, reinforcing security awareness and continuous training.
Custom Template Editor
Modify existing templates or create your own for highly effective phishing campaigns.
Flexible Deployment & Synchronization
Sync with Active Directory to start fast and keep your user list current, with deployment on premises, in the cloud, or as a fully managed service.
Rawam GRC Platform
Rawam GRC | Governance, Risk & Compliance Platform
A national platform that helps organizations manage governance, risk, and compliance, from self-assessment to regulator-ready reporting.
✓ Controls Linked to Evidence
Track compliance percentages automatically with tasks and documents.
✓ Central Risk Register
Assessment, classification, and treatment plans with continuous follow-up.
✓ One-Click Reports
Deliverables aligned with regulator requirements.
74%
of cyber incidents trace back to the human factor, while the average global cost of a single breach is SAR 16.31 million. Employee security practices are not a detail; they are the bedrock of your organization's security.
Our Partners in Success
Leading National Entities Trust Us
The Center has served dozens of government and private entities across the Kingdom's vital sectors.
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Elevate Your Organization's Cyber Maturity
Tell us what your organization needs, whether consulting, platforms, training, or awareness, and our specialized team will propose the right solution.