SingAREN (Singapore Advanced Research and Education Network), the nation’s dedicated provider of local and international network services for the Research and Education community, has achieved the Cyber Trust Mark – Tier 3 (Promoter) certification. This certification, awarded by the Cyber Security Agency of Singapore (CSA) and independently verified by Guardian Independent Certification Group (GICG) — a globally recognised testing, inspection, and certification body — represents a key milestone in SingAREN’s commitment to strengthening digital infrastructure and building stakeholder trust.
What Is the Cyber Trust Mark?
The Cyber Trust mark is intended for enterprises that have gone beyond cyber hygiene. It serves as a mark of distinction that the organisation has put in place good cybersecurity practices and measures that commensurate with their cybersecurity risk profile. It is a comprehensive certification program that analyzes twenty-two distinct criteria areas.
What Tier 3 (Promoter) Means for SingAREN
Being recognised at Tier 3 (Promoter) demonstrates that SingAREN has moved beyond basic cyber hygiene. It signals that they:
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Take proactive steps to manage cyber risks
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Invest in people, processes, and technology to enhance cyber posture
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Promote cybersecurity awareness and standards across their ecosystem
Why This Matters
As Singapore’s national research and education network, SingAREN’s certification:
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Strengthens its position as a trusted partner in the global research ecosystem
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Provides a competitive edge in securing collaborations and funding
A/Prof Francis Lee, Vice President of SingAREN commented:
“Achieving Tier 3 (Promoter) in the Cyber Trust mark framework is a significant milestone. It reflects our deep commitment to cyber resilience and strengthening cybersecurity at every level of our operations.”
Industry Perspective
Mr. Baljit Singh, Assistant Vice President of GICG certification, Singapore added:
“Research and education organisations handle vast amounts of sensitive data, which may include participants’ records, research findings, and critical intellectual properties.
A cybersecurity incident can lead to severe consequences, such as identity theft, financial fraud, and damage to the institution’s reputation.
By going through the Cyber Trust mark certification process, research and education organisations can understand their risk profiles and identify relevant cybersecurity preparedness areas required to mitigate these risks.
The Cyber Trust mark serves as a mark of distinction for organisations to attest that they have put in place good cybersecurity practices and measures to mitigate cyber risks.”
Looking Ahead: Expanding Cyber Trust
In line with CSA’s recent announcement on the expansion of the SG Cyber Safe certification framework to include:
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Cloud Security
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Artificial Intelligence (AI)
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Operational Technology (OT)
SingAREN is actively preparing to align with these domains as part of our long-term cybersecurity roadmap.
This recognition is not the end, but a launchpad for continuous improvement. SingAREN remains committed to:
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Advancing toward higher tiers of cybersecurity readiness
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Contributing to a trusted and secure digital research environment
Read SingAREN’s full statement:
https://www.singaren.net.sg/strengthening-singarens-cyber-resilience-journey-achieving-cyber-trust-mark-tier-3-promoter-certification/
