Overview
The Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM) issued an official letter addressed to regulated firms, outlining several updated expectations in areas such as governance, technology, and data protection. This communication reinforces ADGM’s commitment to maintaining high standards across its jurisdiction and signals increased scrutiny of internal controls and third-party partnerships.
Cloud Networks Solutions has reviewed the contents of the letter and prepared a practical guide to help firms ensure full compliance, backed by effective and proven solutions.
The Seven Core Requirements from FCCP
The FCCP outlined seven specific areas where organizations must enhance their internal cybersecurity posture:
- Establish comprehensive awareness and training programs
- Encourage internal reporting of suspicious activity
- Review and limit the organization’s digital footprint
- Reinforce standard operating procedures (SOPs)
- Implement Two-Factor Authentication (2FA)
- Apply the principle of least privilege in access configuration
- Perform regular and secure data backups
Failure to implement these measures can expose firms to data breaches, regulatory penalties, reputational damage, and even legal liability.
How Cloud Networks Solutions Helps You Meet These Standards
At Cloud Networks Solutions, we offer a complete framework to help you close every gap identified in the FCCP’s directive — with trusted technologies, guided implementation, and expert support.
|
Requirement |
Our Solution |
| 1) Awareness & training programs | Security Champion |
| 2) Internal reporting mechanisms | Security Champion |
| 3) Digital footprint review | Trellix CASB |
| 4) SOP reinforcement | Security Champion |
| 5) Two-Factor Authentication | Cisco Duo |
| 6) Least privilege access enforcement | Wallix PAM or One Identity |
| 7) Data backup & recovery | Veeam |
1) Establish Awareness and Training Programs
What ADGM Requires:
Organizations must promote a culture of security by ensuring employees understand risks and procedures.
Our Solution:
We implement the Security Champion program — a structured internal initiative that trains selected staff members to act as security advocates across departments, raising awareness and reinforcing best practices.
2) Encourage Internal Reporting
What ADGM Requires:
Employees should have clear and trusted channels to report suspicious activity or concerns.
Our Solution:
Through the Security Champion framework, we help organizations establish internal reporting mechanisms and cultivate a culture of transparency and accountability within teams.
3) Review Your Digital Footprint
What ADGM Requires:
Firms should continuously monitor and assess their digital exposure and data flows.
Our Solution:
We provide visibility into cloud usage and potential data exposure through Trellix CASB (Cloud Access Security Broker), allowing firms to identify shadow IT, manage risks, and enforce data policies in real time.
4) Reinforce Standard Operating Procedures
What ADGM Requires:
Operational procedures should be reviewed, updated, and consistently followed.
Our Solution:
The Security Champion model also supports procedural enforcement by embedding security responsibility into daily operations, ensuring SOPs are followed and adjusted as needed.
5) Implement Two-Factor Authentication (2FA)
What ADGM Requires:
Robust authentication mechanisms must be in place to protect access to systems.
Our Solution:
We integrate Cisco Duo, a trusted 2FA platform, into your infrastructure to protect user accounts with strong multi-factor authentication, minimizing the risk of unauthorized access.
6) Apply the Principle of Least Privilege
What ADGM Requires:
Access rights should be granted based on minimum necessity for roles, reducing privilege abuse risks.
Our Solution:
We deploy Wallix PAM or One Identity, industry-leading privileged access management solutions, enabling strict control over privileged accounts and enforcing the least-privilege model across the organization.
7) Back Up Data
What ADGM Requires:
Critical data must be securely backed up and recoverable in case of failure or incident.
Our Solution:
We offer secure and automated backup solutions using Veeam, ensuring your critical systems and data are always protected and quickly restorable when needed.
Next Steps
We recommend that firms conduct an internal gap analysis against the expectations outlined in the ADGM communication. Cloud Networks Solutions is available to support your team with:
- Detailed requirement-by-requirement breakdowns
- Solution demos tailored to your risk profile
- Implementation support and regulatory documentation
For full access to our compliance readiness package or to schedule a conversation with a member of our advisory team, please contact us.
