Biz Serve IT is SWIFT CSP Certified Assessor

As of October 13, 2024, Biz Serve IT has successfully met the new 2024 requirements and is officially listed as a CSP Certified Assessor in the SWIFT Customer Security Programme (CSP) Assessment Providers directory. This significant achievement ensures that Biz Serve IT remains a trusted provider of SWIFT CSP assessments globally.

Starting this year, SWIFT introduced updated criteria for listing in its CSP Assessment Providers directory. Assessment providers must now employ a minimum of two certified assessors who have passed the SWIFT CSP Assessor certification exam. This update ensures that listed companies are fully qualified to assist organizations in evaluating compliance with both mandatory and advisory controls based on their connectivity configuration.

We are particularly proud of this accomplishment, as of today (October 21, 2024), fewer than 50, precisely 48 organizations worldwide have managed to achieve this certification. Furthermore, Biz Serve IT is the first company in Nepal to be listed as a SWIFT CSP Certified Assessor, underscoring our leadership and expertise in this field.

If you want to learn more, you can visit the SWIFT CSP directory, which outlines that companies listed must meet specific eligibility criteria and employ certified assessors who have completed the SWIFT CSP Assessor certification. These assessors are tested yearly to ensure their certification aligns with the evolving CSP standards, SWIFT services, and market practices.

Biz Serve IT, an experienced leader in the field, has been listed in the SWIFT CSP Assessment Providers directory since 2021, delivering expert assessments to clients worldwide. With over 30 successful SWIFT CSP projects to our name, we have consistently supported organizations in achieving and maintaining compliance with SWIFT’s evolving security standards, ensuring robust cybersecurity and operational integrity.

A new attestation must be submitted annually between July and December, or any time there is a change in architecture or compliance status. The customer attestation and independent assessment of the CSCF v2024 version is already open and valid until 31 December 2024. SWIFT introduced the Customer Security Programme to promote cybersecurity among its customers, with the core component being the Customer Security Controls Framework (CSCF). Independent assessment is now a prerequisite for attestation to enhance the integrity, consistency, and accuracy of declarations. Every year, SWIFT releases an updated version of the CSCF that must be attested to with the support of an independent assessment. Attestation is a declaration of compliance with the SWIFT Customer Security Controls Policy and is submitted through the SWIFT KYC-SA tool. The number of controls to be implemented varies depending on the SWIFT Architecture used, with some controls being mandatory and others advisory.

With the deadline for the 2024 attestation fast approaching, now is the time to ensure your organization is fully compliant with SWIFT’s latest security standards. Biz Serve IT is ready to support you with expert SWIFT CSP assessments, helping you navigate the complexities of the Customer Security Controls Framework (CSCF) and ensure a smooth attestation process. Don’t wait—reach out to Biz Serve IT today to secure your compliance before the year-end deadline and safeguard your operations against evolving cyber threats.

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