Symantec highlights importance of IT management and security at Saudi conference

Symantec Corp., the global leader in information and web security, has announced that it has successfully concluded the Symantec Government Seminar, which was held recently at the Al Faisaliah Hotel in Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA). During the event, Symantec introduced its Symantec Control Compliance Suite that enables organizations to enhance efficiency and minimize cost on their IT infrastructure, while complying with multiple industry and government frameworks.

The seminar also promoted increased cooperation and coordination between Symantec and KSA’s public sector and government departments.

"Symantec is fully committed to helping organizations protect themselves from threats and security risks. With the increasing adoption of IT-based technologies, it is imperative that organizations are adequately equipped to address IT issues related to managing and reducing risk, security, availability, continuity and compliance with government laws," said Mr. Ali Jomaa, Symantec Country Manager.

The Symantec Control Compliance Suite helps protect critical assets through automated IT control guidance, assessment and reporting. The solution also enables improvements to security posture and provide due care to meet regulatory audits.

"Symantec offers powerful and flexible solutions that protect critical assets by managing and measuring IT risk and securing the continuity of operations. Through swift and precise reporting, organizations can immediately spot compliance issues and take prompt and accountable action," added Mr. Jomaa.

Both Mr. Jomaa and Dr. Abdulrahman Al Shenaifi, Senior Advisor on IT and Security, Saudi Arabia Ministry of Interior, were among the high-profile resource speakers of the event, which also discussed the importance of IT departments being able to assess their current compliances, establish IT control and implement methods to sustain those controls.

"The conference was a very informative and enriching experience for all participants, helping organizations identify high-risk areas and offering solutions to these challenges. Symantec provided invaluable advice on maintaining the excellent performance of IT assets and demonstrated its high-quality solutions and services that assist organizations meet their compliance requirements," concluded Dr. Al Shenaifi.