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- Service Type : E-Service
- Service Mode : Online
- Service Provider : National Cyber Security Agency (NCSA)
- Service Classification : G2B, G2G
- Topic : Business and Finance, Communications and IT, Visas and Official Documents
Intended Audience
Citizen: Business Owner, Employee
Resident: Employee
Service Description
The E-Service Software Security and Quality Assurance (SSQA) certification process is designed to enhance the security and quality of online services and establish a standardized set of controls that encourage secure systems development.
Independent and accredited service providers through evidence-based audits assess compliance of a system or service's development in line with these controls.
As part of the National Information Security Compliance Framework (NISCF), government entities and private companies can have their E-services assessed prior to deployment into operations.
Online Instructions
- Log in to National Cyber Governance and Assurance Affairs (NCGAA) portal on NCGAA/National Cyber Security Agency (NCSA) website.
- Access the E-Service (SSQA) Certification page in order to view a set of relevant documents and fill in the SSQA Assessment Scope Questionnaire.
- Submit your application and pay appropriate fees.
Additional Information
- New applicants will need to register a new account before continuing with the application process.
- For more information, please view the E-Service (SSQA) Certification page or contact the NCGAA at assurance@ncsa.gov.qa.
Fees
- Submission of application to register in certification program: QR10,000
- Issuance of certification of compliance: QR20,000
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