YOTTABYTE has officially been recognized as a Category-I Cybersecurity Auditor by PKCERT (Pakistan National Computer Emergency Response Team), placing it among the highest tier of cybersecurity audit service providers in the country. This categorization represents a significant validation of the company’s capabilities in assessing, testing, and securing mission-critical digital infrastructure across both public and private sectors.
PKCERT’s Category-I status is awarded to firms that meet strict criteria in terms of technical expertise, experience, methodology, and organizational readiness. As a Category-I Auditor, YOTTABYTE is authorized to perform comprehensive cybersecurity assessments across Pakistan’s most sensitive sectors, including financial systems, telecom networks, regulated industries, and government institutions. The recognition allows the company to operate as a trusted and qualified third-party auditor, able to conduct audits that comply with national regulatory and security requirements.
YOTTABYTE’s audit capabilities span the full spectrum of cybersecurity—from offensive assessments such as penetration testing and red teaming to defensive evaluations that ensure compliance with security frameworks and protocols. These services are designed to support national objectives for cyber resilience, safeguard digital assets, and minimize the risk of data breaches or operational disruption across critical infrastructure.
By earning Category-I classification, YOTTABYTE is now in a position to play a key role in helping organizations strengthen their cyber posture through detailed risk analysis, threat modeling, and system hardening. The company’s methodologies are aligned with international standards and customized to meet the evolving security challenges unique to Pakistan’s digital environment.
This achievement is particularly relevant for sectors required to meet regulatory compliance under national cybersecurity frameworks. As part of its services, YOTTABYTE supports organizations in preparing for certification, mitigating vulnerabilities, and improving incident response readiness. With its new status, the firm can now formally audit compliance with policies mandated by national cybersecurity bodies and sector-specific regulators.
The inclusion in PKCERT’s Category-I roster also reflects YOTTABYTE’s continued investment in developing local cybersecurity talent, tools, and infrastructure. With growing concerns over digital threats targeting public services and critical industries, the demand for qualified cybersecurity auditors in Pakistan has increased. YOTTABYTE’s recognition helps address this demand by providing institutions with a credible partner to evaluate and strengthen their defenses.
Clients across public institutions, telecom providers, financial entities, and heavily regulated industries can now turn to YOTTABYTE for reliable, audit-grade insights into their cybersecurity controls and system resilience. The designation confirms that YOTTABYTE meets the highest standards of technical competence and integrity required for national-level cybersecurity audit engagements.
More information about YOTTABYTE’s services and credentials is available at www.yottabyte.ae.
