About the Center of Excellence in Information Assurance
The Center of Excellence in Information Assurance was established at King Saud University in 2009 as one of the Kingdom's promising national initiatives to support and develop information security in Saudi Arabia and the region.
The Center brings together specialist researchers and consultants who hold degrees from leading international universities and institutes. It serves government and private organizations in research, consulting, training and awareness, in collaboration with local and international research centers.
Vision
To be a global leader in information security and cybersecurity, and the region's primary source of expertise in the field.
Mission
To support and conduct specialized research in information security and cybersecurity, exchange knowledge and expertise, and provide consulting services.
Our Goals
Support the Knowledge Economy
Turn research into solutions and products that support the economy and knowledge-based industries.
Specialist Consulting
Provide consulting services in cybersecurity and emerging technologies.
Develop Research Capabilities
Strengthen research and research services that address information security and cybersecurity problems with innovative solutions.
Address Sector Challenges
Deliver specialist research and consulting solutions to the information security challenges facing government and private organizations.
Knowledge Transfer
Share specialist knowledge and expertise through training courses and regular awareness sessions.
Global Research Collaboration
Strengthen scientific cooperation between local and international research centers.
Key Achievements
The Center's track record in research, training and awareness since it was founded.
How We Work
Our operating model was designed to address the main barriers to research: limited incentives, insufficient supporting infrastructure, and weak links between researchers and industry.
Excellence
Recruiting outstanding researchers and professionals, providing a flexible environment that retains talent, and developing new graduates through training and work with visiting experts.
Sharing Knowledge
Organizing conferences and workshops, advising on best practice, and running awareness campaigns across multiple channels.
Partnership
Working with universities, government and industry, locally and internationally, to deliver solutions that meet real needs.
International Awards
CoEIA's software products have received 30 international and national awards, including honors at the Geneva International Exhibition of Inventions.
Talk to the CoEIA Team
To learn more about our services, products and research collaboration opportunities, get in touch with our team.