DEWA receives two ISO certifications in Information Security Governance and Information Technology Governance

DEWA receives two ISO certifications in Information Security Governance and Information Technology Governance

Dubai, UAE: Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) has received the ISO/IEC 27014:2020 in Information Security Governance and ISO/IEC 38500:2015 in Information Technology Governance for the third consecutive year. The two certificates are adopted by the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) and the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC). This recognises DEWA’s success in meeting all standards for Information Technology (IT) and Information Security (IS) governance without any non-conformities.

HE Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, MD & CEO of DEWA, noted that receiving this global recognition for the third consecutive year underlines DEWA’s successful model of good governance. This has become a role model for entities worldwide for keeping pace with rapid global changes, achieving the best results, making global achievements, and supporting sustainability and resilience in business agility. Al Tayer noted that DEWA is a pioneer in adopting the best international information security standards and constantly studies all the possibilities and risks that may affect its operations or the quality of its services. It proactively manages any potential threats to information security by implementing an effective information security corporate policy.

“DEWA has become one of the leading utilities in governance worldwide. This has promoted its efficiency and productivity. DEWA follows the directives of His