Oman Arab Bank Wins Top Cybersecurity Honor Cybersecurity & Risk Excellence at MEA Finance Awards - Middle East Business News and Information
Muscat, Oman. 21 May 2025. Oman Arab Bank (OAB) has been awarded Best Cybersecurity and Risk Management Implementation in Oman by MEA Finance at the 2025 Banking Technology Awards. The award recognizes the Bank's outstanding achievements in securing its digital operations while meeting the highest standards of regulatory compliance and customer trust.
At the core of this achievement, OAB ensures that its cybersecurity practices are not only robust but fully compliant with national governance frameworks. Through its risk-aware security architecture, the Bank dynamically monitors, assesses, and mitigates cyber risks in real time — demonstrating operational integrity across all channels.
In recent years, OAB has implemented an advanced threat detection and response platform with extended detection and response (XDR) and security orchestration, automation, and response (SOAR) capabilities. This has enhanced the Bank's ability to identify threats in real-time, analyze security events across multiple layers, and respond more effectively to incidents. Additionally, participation in a global vulnerability research initiative has further reinforced the Bank's defenses against advanced persistent threats and zero-day vulnerabilities.
These technology investments have yielded measurable results, with the Bank achieving its lowest-ever Cyber Risk Exposure Management (CREM) percentage. This translates to fewer incidents, faster response times, and consistent success in cybersecurity audits.
Beyond technology, Oman Arab Bank continues to foster a cyber-resilient culture through targeted staff training, phishing simulations, and executive-level cybersecurity drills, reinforcing the human layer of defense and building long-term organizational resilience.
Mr Sulaiman Al Harthi, Chief Executive Officer of Oman Arab Bank, commented:
'Cybersecurity and risk resilience are no longer back-office functions — they are central to building customer trust and ensuring sustainable growth. This award is a reflection of our technology investment, and also a shared mindset across the Bank that prioritizes vigilance, accountability, and innovation.'
The award enhances OAB's competitive edge, increases media visibility, and supports its mission to attract top talent in banking and cybersecurity. Internally, the recognition energizes teams and affirms the Bank's commitment to being a secure, forward-looking institution in Oman.
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