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Establishing specialized cybersecurity industry, focused on human capital and derived by innovation, creativity and excellence 

In line with Oman Vision 2040 in creating an infrastructure and advanced technology that enables all sectors and is capable of absorbing the developments and challenges of cybersecurity and the attention paid by the government to economy and income diversification based on technology, knowledge and innovation as well as His Majesty direction to make the digital economy a priority and a tributary to the national economy by, the center have launched the National cybersecurity Industry Development Program “Hadatha”, in 2022 which is one of the main executive programs in the National Program for Digital Economy, cybersecurity become one of the key pillar that contribute to diversifying and empowering the digital economy, which makes Oman National CERT as the first center of its kind in the in the Sultanate and globally that is specialized in cybersecurity industry development and leading national and international initiatives in this field.


Continuing to the efforts made by the Oman National CERT to enhance cooperation in cybersecurity industry development at the national, regional and global levels, it has assumed the management of the operation of the Regional Cybersecurity Centre (RCC) which was established in December 2012 in accordance to the agreement signed between the Sultanate of Oman, represented by the Ministry of Transport, Communications and Information Technology and International Telecommunication Union (ITU) , with a vision to stimulate the cybersecurity industry development ecosystem at the national, regional and global levels.

Creativity: Renewal and innovation in providing services and solutions.

Participation: Involving relevant parties to achieve the goals.

Relationships: Establishing multiple constructive relationships at both local and global levels.

Excellence: Adopting quality standards and embracing global best practices.

Results: Achieving measurable successful outcomes.

(Cybersecurity industry)

  • Enhancing innovation and establishing a national industry in the field of cybersecurity.
  • Enhancing investment opportunities in the cybersecurity sector.
  • Supporting the establishment and development of startups in the field of cybersecurity.
  • Promoting a culture of freelancing and income-generating opportunities in the field of cybersecurity.
  • Supporting and promoting the products and services of national companies in the field of cybersecurity regionally and globally.
  • Building capacities in the field of cybersecurity industry.
  • Developing indicators to measure national readiness in the field of cybersecurity.
  • Working to meet the requirements of global indicators in cybersecurity.
  • Building digital trust and ensuring the security of the governmental network infrastructure and digital authentication.
  • Management and operation of the regional cybersecurity centre and providing cybersecurity services regionally and globally.
  • Enhancing partnerships and regional and international cooperation in the field of cybersecurity.
 

News


Conclusion of the “Hadatha Sectoral Hackathon” for the Telecommunications Sector
Conclusion of the “Hadatha Sectoral Hackathon” for the Telecommunications Sector

Date Published:16 December 2025

The launch of the 13th Regional Cybersecurity Week in the Kingdom of Morocco.
The launch of the 13th Regional Cybersecurity Week in the Kingdom of Morocco.

Date Published:15 September 2025

Modernity Forum for the Cybersecurity Industry 2025
Modernity Forum for the Cybersecurity Industry 2025

Date Published:10 September 2025

Events


Hadatha Sectorial Hackathon
Hadatha Sectorial Hackathon

Event Date:16 December 2025

Time:8:30 AM

The 13th Regional Cybersecurity Week
The 13th Regional Cybersecurity Week

Event Date:15 September 2025

Summary:Cybersecurity Week

The Hadatha Forum for Cybersecurity Industry
The Hadatha Forum for Cybersecurity Industry

Event Date:10 September 2025

Summary:Forum

Services


Innovator Registration in Cybersecurity Innovation Centers
Innovator Registration in Cybersecurity Innovation Centers

Target Audience:Individuals & Academic Entities

Registration in the initiative to support local products and services in the field of cybersecurity
Registration in the initiative to support local products and services in the field of cybersecurity

Target Audience:Companies & Investors

Request a consultation session to discuss Cybersecurity Investment Opportunities
Request a consultation session to discuss Cybersecurity Investment Opportunities

Target Audience:Investors

Initiatives


Local Cybersecurity Companies
Local Cybersecurity Companies

Impact: Tech Leadership

PKI Services
PKI Services

Impact:Tech Security

Hadatha Center
Hadatha Center

Start Date:31 October 2024

End Date:01 January 2040

Impact: Tech Leadership

Publications


Investment Opportunity in Cybersecurity Sector
Investment Opportunity in Cybersecurity Sector

Date Published:01 March 2025

1st GCC Cybersecurity Hackathon
1st GCC Cybersecurity Hackathon

Date Published:01 August 2024

Cybersecurity Industry Development Program
Cybersecurity Industry Development Program

Date Published:01 July 2023

Guidelines


Guide to National Cybersecurity Services and Products
Guide to National Cybersecurity Services and Products

Date Published:01 January 2025

Guideline for Adopting Free and Open Source Software (FOSS)
Guideline for Adopting Free and Open Source Software (FOSS)

Date Published:01 May 2020

Cybersecurity Governance Guideline
Cybersecurity Governance Guideline

Date Published:01 January 2017

Investment Opportunities


Cybersecurity as a Service (CaaS) for Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs)
Cybersecurity as a Service (CaaS) for Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs)

Sector:Cybersecurity

Quantum Cybersecurity Center
Quantum Cybersecurity Center

Sector:Cybersecurity

Cybersecurity Operations Center with Artificial Intelligence (AI SOC)
Cybersecurity Operations Center with Artificial Intelligence (AI SOC)

Sector:Cybersecurity

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  • Enhancing innovation and establishing a national industry in the field of cybersecurity
  • Promoting investment opportunities in the cybersecurity sector
  • Supporting the creation and development of cybersecurity startups
  • Promoting a culture of freelancing and income-generating opportunities in the cybersecurity field
  • Supporting and promoting the products and services of national cybersecurity companies regionally and globally
  • Building capabilities in the cybersecurity industry
  • Developing indicators to measure national readiness in the field of cybersecurity
  • Working to meet the requirements of global cybersecurity indicators
  • Building digital trust and ensuring the security of the government network infrastructure and digital certification
  • Managing and operating the Regional Cybersecurity Center and providing cybersecurity services regionally and globally
  • Strengthening regional and international partnerships and cooperation in the cybersecurity industry

The Link: https://cert.gov.om/sp/about 

The “Haddatha” program was launched in 2022 as one of the main executive programs under the National Digital Economy Program, in line with Oman Vision 2040. The program aims to build a specialized industry in cybersecurity, with a focus on developing human capital and enhancing innovation and creativity to achieve excellence in this vital field.

The program represents a strategic step towards enabling the digital economy and making cybersecurity one of the core pillars supporting digital transformation and sustainable growth in Oman.

The program includes six main pillars:

  • Cybersecurity skills
  • Enhancing innovation in cybersecurity
  • Supporting and developing small and medium startups
  • Exporting services and experts
  • Stimulating the market and attracting investment
  • Collaboration and promotion

The program benefits the following groups:

  • Individuals
  • Government entities
  • Academic sector
  • Startups, small, and medium-sized enterprises
  • Investors and the private sector

The Haddatha Cybersecurity Industry Program provides a comprehensive system of services and initiatives for different segments of society, including individuals, government entities, the academic sector, startups, small and medium enterprises, investors, and the private sector.

Participation and benefits can be accessed:

You can also stay updated on the latest services and initiatives of Haddatha, and learn how to join and participate, through the Center’s digital marketing platforms.


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