For protection and privacy reasons, we will not be disclosing the client name. However, please note that this is a real case scenario
As Company X expanded its footprint across Nigeria, it was faced with a new reality:security and compliance were no longer optional—they were business-critical. .
Financial partners demandedISO 27001 certification, regulators required NDPA compliance, and customers expected secure payment environments aligned with PCI DSS standards.
But when Ethnos Cyber stepped in, here’s what we discovered:
Policies and procedures didn’t exist—security was handled ad hoc.
Risk management was informal, with no register to track threats.
Controls were inconsistent, . leaving critical systems exposed
Staff had little awareness of their role in safeguarding information.
The stakes? A single breach could mean loss of client trust, regulatory fines, and reputational damage.
To turn the situation around, Ethnos Cyber designed a comprehensive compliance roadmap — clear milestones, executive buy-in, and a structured path toward certification.
Drafted and implemented a formal Information Security Policy.
Appointed a Data Protection Officer (DPO) to oversee compliance.
Introduced risk and incident management governance.
Created a living risk registerto track threats.
Deliveredawareness training so security became everyone’s business.
Conducted a detailed PCI DSS gap assessment.
Segmented networks and reconfigured firewalls.
Enforced end-to-end encryptionof cardholder data.
Instituted quarterly vulnerability scans and penetration testing.
Enhanced incident response procedures to cover payment data breaches.
Rolled out Data Protection Policyand transparent privacy notices.
Operationalized Data Subject Rights (access, rectification, deletion).
Officially registered the DPO with the NDPC.
Trained staff on NDPA responsibilities and best practices.
Through internal audits, certification body engagement, and QSA-led PCI DSS validation, Company X moved from compliance gaps to certifications in record time.
ISO 27001 certification achieved in just 6 months.
PCI DSS compliance secured—meeting all 12 Core requirements.
NDPA compliance achieved with structured policies and governance.
50% boost in audit readiness across the organization.
90% of staff trained and engaged, embedding a culture of security.
Significantly reduced fraud risk and strengthened customer trust.
For Company X, this wasnt just about ticking regulatory boxes. It was about:
Building trust with financial partners.
Protecting customers most sensitive information.
Gaining a competitive edge with internationally recognized certifications.
With Ethnos Cyber as a partner, Company X transformed compliance into a strategic advantage.