FSRA Cybersecurity Compliance Brief

Key Points

• Explains the FSRA Cyber Risk Management Framework (GEN 3.5), which became binding in July 2025 and requires full compliance by 31 January 2026.

• Emphasises board-level accountability, integrated governance, operational controls, and third-party oversight as mandatory elements of cyber resilience.

Who is this for

• ADGM-regulated firms, including banks, insurers, asset managers, fintechs, and advisory firms.

• Compliance, risk, and IT leaders preparing for FSRA inspections.

• Boards and executives responsible for approving and overseeing cyber risk frameworks.

What will you get

• Clear overview of FSRA’s governance, risk, ICT control, monitoring, and incident response requirements.

• A structured four-phase methodology: gap assessment, risk prioritisation, compliance roadmap, and board reporting.

• Common pitfalls to avoid (weak board ownership, outdated policies, poor third-party oversight).

• Deliverables: gap assessment report, risk register, phased roadmap, and management-ready board summary.