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RBI NBFC Information Technology and Cybersecurity Compliance Audit
Codec Networks is an Information Security Auditing Organization, providing independent, evidence-based and risk-focused audits to help NBFCs as per applicable requirements of the RBI Master Direction – Information Technology Framework for the NBFC Sector, 2017, and subsequent applicable RBI directions and regulatory requirements. The service assesses IT Governance, IT Policy, Information and Cyber Security, IT Operations, IS Audit, Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery, and IT Services Outsourcing or the applicable foundational requirements for smaller NBFCs
Codec Networks is a CERT-In empanelled auditing organization mandated to offer this service
The audit evaluates both the design and operating effectiveness of controls through document review, stakeholder interviews, process walkthroughs, configuration and evidence validation, risk-based sampling, and approved audit techniques. Particular attention is given to annual IT risk assessment, access controls, vulnerability management, incident response and regulatory reporting, cyber-crisis preparedness, change management, audit trails, BCP/DR testing, third-party risk and closure of earlier findings.
Codec Networks conducts the engagement in accordance with applicable CERT-In audit guidelines, including auditor independence, mutually agreed scope, secure evidence handling, objective reporting and follow-up verification. Deliverables may include a clause-wise compliance assessment, risk-rated findings, evidence references, executive summary, corrective-action recommendations and closure status.
RBI NBFC Information Technology and Cybersecurity Compliance Audit
INDUSTRY SIGNIFICANCE AND SERVICE RELEVANCE
Why this service matters to your industry, where it fits in your security
programme,and what your organisation gains from it.
NBFCs increasingly rely on digital lending platforms, mobile applications, APIs, cloud infrastructure, outsourced service providers and automated regulatory reporting. Technology failures, cyberattacks, unauthorised access, data compromise or prolonged service disruption can therefore create customer harm, financial loss, regulatory exposure and reputational damage. The RBI Information Technology Framework establishes a governance and control baseline to help NBFCs manage these risks in a structured and proportionate manner.
Independent Information Security auditing is significant because it enables Boards and senior management to determine whether prescribed controls are not only documented but also implemented and operating effectively. The audit supports assessment of:
- IT and cybersecurity governance and Board oversight
- Information-asset protection and access controls
- Vulnerability, incident and cyber-crisis management
- Secure IT operations, change management and regulatory MIS
- Business continuity, disaster recovery and backup readiness
- Technology outsourcing and third-party risk
- Annual IT risk assessment and IS audit requirements
Codec Networks’ RBI NBFC Information Technology and Cybersecurity Audit Service helps NBFCs independently evaluate their alignment with the applicable provisions of the RBI framework. Codec Networks follows structured audit practices covering independence, scope confirmation, risk-based planning, objective evidence collection, secure handling of audit information, reporting and follow-up verification.
The service is relevant for NBFCs that need to:
- Conduct periodic or annual IS and cybersecurity audits
- Identify gaps before RBI inspection or supervisory review
- Validate the design and operating effectiveness of controls
- Assess critical applications, infrastructure, cloud environments and outsourced services
- Review closure of previous audit or regulatory observations
- Provide management and the Board with risk-based compliance visibility
- Establish prioritised corrective-action and remediation plans
Depending on the agreed scope, Codec Networks may provide a clause-wise compliance assessment, risk-rated observations, supporting evidence references, executive summary, remediation tracker and follow-up closure report. The engagement provides reasonable assurance based on the defined scope, review period, samples and evidence available
Codec Networks’ RBI NBFC Information Technology and Cybersecurity Audit Service is designed primarily for RBI-registered NBFCs covered by the attached IT Framework, subject to their current regulatory classification and subsequent RBI directions. Applicable customers may include:
- NBFC–Investment and Credit Companies
- NBFC–Micro Finance Institutions
- NBFC–Factors and Infrastructure Finance Companies
- Housing Finance Companies, where the relevant RBI requirements apply
- Core Investment Companies
- Account Aggregators and Peer-to-Peer Lending Platforms
- Digital-lending and technology-driven NBFCs
- NBFCs using cloud, mobile applications, APIs or outsourced IT services
- NBFCs preparing for annual IS audits, RBI inspection or closure of regulatory observations
- Smaller NBFCs seeking to strengthen foundational IT, cybersecurity, backup and BCP controls
The exact audit criteria and depth are determined according to the NBFC’s licence category, Scale Based Regulation layer, asset size, products, digital channels, critical systems, outsourcing arrangements and other current RBI requirements.
The service provides independent, evidence-based visibility into whether the NBFC’s governance, processes and technical controls are suitably designed and operating effectively. Key benefits include:
- Identification of regulatory and cybersecurity gaps
- Improved readiness for RBI inspection and supervisory review
- Validation of IT governance, access control, incident management and audit trails
- Assessment of BCP, disaster recovery and backup effectiveness
- Better oversight of cloud, outsourced services and third-party risks
- Prioritised remediation based on business and regulatory risk
- Clause-wise compliance status and supporting evidence references
- Executive reporting for the Board, Audit Committee and senior management
- Follow-up verification of corrective actions and previous findings
- Strengthened operational resilience, customer trust and security governance
Codec Networks’ assessment supports informed compliance and risk-management decisions through structured reporting and practical recommendations. Audit outcomes remain subject to the agreed scope, sampling, evidence availability and applicable regulatory requirements
NBFCs increasingly rely on digital lending platforms, mobile applications, APIs, cloud infrastructure, outsourced service providers and automated regulatory reporting. Technology failures, cyberattacks, unauthorised access, data compromise or prolonged service disruption can therefore create customer harm, financial loss, regulatory exposure and reputational damage. The RBI Information Technology Framework establishes a governance and control baseline to help NBFCs manage these risks in a structured and proportionate manner.
Independent Information Security auditing is significant because it enables Boards and senior management to determine whether prescribed controls are not only documented but also implemented and operating effectively. The audit supports assessment of:
- IT and cybersecurity governance and Board oversight
- Information-asset protection and access controls
- Vulnerability, incident and cyber-crisis management
- Secure IT operations, change management and regulatory MIS
- Business continuity, disaster recovery and backup readiness
- Technology outsourcing and third-party risk
- Annual IT risk assessment and IS audit requirements
Codec Networks’ RBI NBFC Information Technology and Cybersecurity Audit Service helps NBFCs independently evaluate their alignment with the applicable provisions of the RBI framework. Codec Networks follows structured audit practices covering independence, scope confirmation, risk-based planning, objective evidence collection, secure handling of audit information, reporting and follow-up verification.
The service is relevant for NBFCs that need to:
- Conduct periodic or annual IS and cybersecurity audits
- Identify gaps before RBI inspection or supervisory review
- Validate the design and operating effectiveness of controls
- Assess critical applications, infrastructure, cloud environments and outsourced services
- Review closure of previous audit or regulatory observations
- Provide management and the Board with risk-based compliance visibility
- Establish prioritised corrective-action and remediation plans
Depending on the agreed scope, Codec Networks may provide a clause-wise compliance assessment, risk-rated observations, supporting evidence references, executive summary, remediation tracker and follow-up closure report. The engagement provides reasonable assurance based on the defined scope, review period, samples and evidence available
Codec Networks’ RBI NBFC Information Technology and Cybersecurity Audit Service is designed primarily for RBI-registered NBFCs covered by the attached IT Framework, subject to their current regulatory classification and subsequent RBI directions. Applicable customers may include:
- NBFC–Investment and Credit Companies
- NBFC–Micro Finance Institutions
- NBFC–Factors and Infrastructure Finance Companies
- Housing Finance Companies, where the relevant RBI requirements apply
- Core Investment Companies
- Account Aggregators and Peer-to-Peer Lending Platforms
- Digital-lending and technology-driven NBFCs
- NBFCs using cloud, mobile applications, APIs or outsourced IT services
- NBFCs preparing for annual IS audits, RBI inspection or closure of regulatory observations
- Smaller NBFCs seeking to strengthen foundational IT, cybersecurity, backup and BCP controls
The exact audit criteria and depth are determined according to the NBFC’s licence category, Scale Based Regulation layer, asset size, products, digital channels, critical systems, outsourcing arrangements and other current RBI requirements.
The service provides independent, evidence-based visibility into whether the NBFC’s governance, processes and technical controls are suitably designed and operating effectively. Key benefits include:
- Identification of regulatory and cybersecurity gaps
- Improved readiness for RBI inspection and supervisory review
- Validation of IT governance, access control, incident management and audit trails
- Assessment of BCP, disaster recovery and backup effectiveness
- Better oversight of cloud, outsourced services and third-party risks
- Prioritised remediation based on business and regulatory risk
- Clause-wise compliance status and supporting evidence references
- Executive reporting for the Board, Audit Committee and senior management
- Follow-up verification of corrective actions and previous findings
- Strengthened operational resilience, customer trust and security governance
Codec Networks’ assessment supports informed compliance and risk-management decisions through structured reporting and practical recommendations. Audit outcomes remain subject to the agreed scope, sampling, evidence availability and applicable regulatory requirements
AUDIT FEATURES AND DELIVERY FRAMEWORK
Cybersecurity at Codec Networks means comprehensive features,
scalable offerings, effective delivery methods, performance-driven
Codec Networks provides independent, risk-based Information Systems and Cybersecurity Audits for NBFCs against the applicable provisions of the RBI Master Direction – Information Technology Framework for the NBFC Sector, together with other current RBI requirements expressly included in the agreed audit scope.
The audit is designed to evaluate whether applicable governance, procedural and technical controls are suitably designed and supported by evidence of implementation. Coverage is tailored to the NBFC’s regulatory classification, business model, technology environment, critical services, outsourcing arrangements and risk profile.
Key Audit Service Features
- IT governance and Board oversight: Review of IT governance structures, IT Strategy Committee, roles, reporting and decision-making arrangements
- IT policy and organisational controls: Assessment of Board-approved IT policies, CIO responsibilities, organisational structure, competence and training requirements
- Information and cybersecurity: Review of information-asset management, segregation of duties, role-based access, privileged access, personnel and physical security, maker-checker controls, incident management, audit trails and PKI
- Cyber-resilience assessment: Review of the cybersecurity policy, vulnerability management, preparedness indicators and Cyber Crisis Management Plan
- Incident reporting readiness: Assessment of processes for identifying, escalating, documenting and reporting applicable cybersecurity incidents to RBI and other competent authorities
- IT risk and security awareness: Review of annual IT risk assessment, Board/CRO/CIO oversight, mobile financial services, social-media risks and security-awareness programmes
- IT operations and change management: Assessment of system acquisition, secure development, project governance, change approvals, testing, rollback, management information systems and regulatory reporting
- IS audit governance: Evaluation of the Board-approved IS Audit Framework, auditor independence, skills, audit frequency, reporting, corrective-action monitoring and use of Computer-Assisted Audit Techniques
- Business continuity and disaster recovery: Review of BIA, recovery strategies, backup arrangements, DR capability and annual or change-triggered BCP testing
- IT outsourcing and third-party risk: Review of due diligence, contractual safeguards, data protection, audit and RBI access rights, service monitoring, continuity, concentration and exit risks
- Smaller NBFC baseline assessment: Review of foundational IT, access, maker-checker, cybersecurity, MIS, regulatory returns, BCP and backup controls
Codec Networks follows a structured audit methodology aligned with applicable CERT-In Comprehensive Cyber Security Audit Policy Guidelines. The methodology incorporates independence, professional judgement, secure evidence handling, mutually agreed scope, objective reporting and follow-up verification.
1. Engagement and Independence Confirmation
The engagement begins with confirmation of auditor independence, confidentiality, authority, competent resources, communication channels and potential conflicts of interest. The scope, assessment period, systems, locations, third parties, deliverables, exclusions and Rules of Engagement are mutually agreed with the auditee.
2. Regulatory Applicability and Scope Mapping
Codec Networks determines the applicable audit universe according to the NBFC’s regulatory category, business activities, technology environment, critical systems and outsourcing arrangements. Coverage is mapped to:
- IT Governance
- IT Policy
- Information and Cybersecurity
- IT Operations
- IS Audit
- BCP and Disaster Recovery
- IT Services Outsourcing
- Smaller NBFC requirements
3. Risk Profiling and Audit Planning
Critical business services, information assets, applications, infrastructure, digital channels, regulatory processes and material service providers are assessed according to their likelihood and potential financial, operational, customer, cybersecurity and regulatory impact. This supports the annual IT risk-assessment requirement and risk-based IS audit coverage under Clause 5.
4. Control Design Assessment
Applicable policies, procedures, governance records, risk registers, system architecture, access models, incident processes, BCP/DR arrangements and outsourcing contracts are reviewed to determine whether controls are appropriately designed and approved.
5. Operating-Effectiveness Testing
Implementation is assessed through interviews, walkthroughs, observation, configuration review, inspection of records, risk-based sampling, reperformance and approved Computer-Assisted Audit Techniques in line . Testing focuses on whether controls operated consistently during the agreed assessment period.
6. Cyber-Resilience and Technical Validation
Where included in the agreed scope, Codec Networks evaluates vulnerability management, security monitoring, incident response, audit trails, access controls, change management, backup restoration, DR testing and third-party security. VAPT or other intrusive testing is undertaken only with separate written authorization and defined Rules of Engagement.
7. Evidence-Based Reporting
Observations are supported by relevant and verifiable evidence and assessed according to risk, impact, likelihood, control effectiveness and pervasiveness. Deliverables may include:
- Clause-wise compliance assessment
- Risk-rated audit observations
- Executive and Board-level summary
- Supporting evidence references
- Corrective-action recommendations
- Management action and remediation tracker
8. Remediation and Closure Verification
Where contractually included, Codec Networks reviews corrective-action evidence and retests affected controls. Findings are reported as closed only when sufficient evidence demonstrates satisfactory implementation and, where appropriate, effective operation.
Please Note
Codec Networks’ audit provides independent, reasonable assurance within the agreed scope, assessment period, samples and evidence made available. The auditee organisation remains responsible for determining regulatory applicability, operating its controls, implementing corrective actions, accepting residual risks and making regulatory submissions.
Codec Networks adopts an independent, risk-based and evidence-driven approach for auditing NBFCs against the applicable provisions of the RBI Master Direction – Information Technology Framework for the NBFC Sector. The approach follows applicable CERT-In Comprehensive Cyber Security Audit Policy Guidelines and is tailored to the auditee’s regulatory classification, business model, technology environment, critical services and risk exposure.
1. Applicability-led assessment
The audit begins by identifying the RBI provisions applicable to the NBFC. The scope is mapped to Section A, or the foundational requirements , as applicable, together with any current RBI requirements expressly included in the engagement.
2. Business and risk-focused coverage
Audit priority is determined by the criticality of business services, customer-facing systems, sensitive information, regulatory reporting, transaction volumes, cyber exposure, historical incidents, technology changes and third-party dependencies. The approach supports the IT risk-assessment expectations and risk-based IS audit requirements
3. Governance-to-technology evaluation
The audit evaluates controls across people, processes and technology, including:
- Board and IT governance
- IT and cybersecurity policies
- Access, audit trails and incident management
- Incident reporting and awareness
- IT operations, change management and MIS
- IS audit governance and CAATs
- BCP and disaster recovery
- IT outsourcing and third-party risk
4. Design and operating-effectiveness testing
Codec Networks assesses both whether controls are appropriately designed and whether they operated effectively during the agreed review period. Evidence may be obtained through policy review, interviews, walkthroughs, observation, configuration validation, record inspection, reperformance, risk-based sampling and approved Computer-Assisted Audit Techniques.
5. Independent and secure audit conduct
The audit team maintains independence, professional judgement, confidentiality and secure handling of audit evidence. Scope, access, timelines, exclusions, responsibilities and reporting arrangements are agreed in advance.
6. Evidence-supported and risk-rated reporting
Each reported observation is supported by relevant and verifiable evidence. Findings are assessed based on likelihood, impact, regulatory significance, control effectiveness and business exposure. Reporting may include a clause-wise compliance status, executive summary, risk-rated observations, evidence references and prioritised corrective recommendations.
7. Management-focused remediation and follow-up
Audit findings are discussed with authorised stakeholders for factual validation. Management retains responsibility for selecting and implementing corrective actions. Where included in the engagement, Codec Networks performs follow-up verification and reports closure only after reviewing sufficient remediation evidence.
Audit Outcome
The approach is intended to provide the Board, Audit Committee and management with an independent view of regulatory alignment, control effectiveness, cybersecurity risk and remediation priorities. It supports informed decision-making and audit readiness without transferring management’s responsibility for compliance or risk ownership.
Please Note
Codec Networks’ audit provides reasonable assurance within the agreed scope, period, samples and evidence available. Regulatory applicability, remediation, residual-risk acceptance and statutory reporting remain the auditee organisation’s responsibility.
Depending on the approved audit scope and the NBFC’s technology environment, Codec Networks may use the following internationally recognised standards and frameworks as supporting audit benchmarks:
- ISO 19011 – Guidance for risk-based auditing and audit-programme management
- ISO/IEC 27001 and ISO/IEC 27002 – Information-security governance and control practices
- ISO/IEC 27005 – Information-security risk management
- ISO 22301 – Business continuity and operational resilience
- ISO/IEC 27017 and ISO/IEC 27018 – Cloud security and protection of personal data in public cloud environments
- OWASP WSTG, ASVS and MASVS – Web, API and mobile application security testing, where included
- CVSS and EPSS – Vulnerability severity and exploitation-likelihood assessment, where technical vulnerabilities are reported
These standards and frameworks supplement the applicable RBI requirements and CERT-In audit guidelines; they do not replace the governing regulatory criteria.
Please Note
The standards applied depend on the mutually agreed scope, systems, evidence, risk profile and contractual requirements. The audit does not automatically constitute certification against any ISO standard or framework. VAPT, source-code review, social engineering, red teaming, forensic investigation or disruptive testing is excluded unless separately authorised through written Rules of Engagement. Audit conclusions provide reasonable assurance within the agreed scope.
Codec Networks provides independent, risk-based Information Systems and Cybersecurity Audits for NBFCs against the applicable provisions of the RBI Master Direction – Information Technology Framework for the NBFC Sector, together with other current RBI requirements expressly included in the agreed audit scope.
The audit is designed to evaluate whether applicable governance, procedural and technical controls are suitably designed and supported by evidence of implementation. Coverage is tailored to the NBFC’s regulatory classification, business model, technology environment, critical services, outsourcing arrangements and risk profile.
Key Audit Service Features
- IT governance and Board oversight: Review of IT governance structures, IT Strategy Committee, roles, reporting and decision-making arrangements
- IT policy and organisational controls: Assessment of Board-approved IT policies, CIO responsibilities, organisational structure, competence and training requirements
- Information and cybersecurity: Review of information-asset management, segregation of duties, role-based access, privileged access, personnel and physical security, maker-checker controls, incident management, audit trails and PKI
- Cyber-resilience assessment: Review of the cybersecurity policy, vulnerability management, preparedness indicators and Cyber Crisis Management Plan
- Incident reporting readiness: Assessment of processes for identifying, escalating, documenting and reporting applicable cybersecurity incidents to RBI and other competent authorities
- IT risk and security awareness: Review of annual IT risk assessment, Board/CRO/CIO oversight, mobile financial services, social-media risks and security-awareness programmes
- IT operations and change management: Assessment of system acquisition, secure development, project governance, change approvals, testing, rollback, management information systems and regulatory reporting
- IS audit governance: Evaluation of the Board-approved IS Audit Framework, auditor independence, skills, audit frequency, reporting, corrective-action monitoring and use of Computer-Assisted Audit Techniques
- Business continuity and disaster recovery: Review of BIA, recovery strategies, backup arrangements, DR capability and annual or change-triggered BCP testing
- IT outsourcing and third-party risk: Review of due diligence, contractual safeguards, data protection, audit and RBI access rights, service monitoring, continuity, concentration and exit risks
- Smaller NBFC baseline assessment: Review of foundational IT, access, maker-checker, cybersecurity, MIS, regulatory returns, BCP and backup controls
CODEC NETWORKS VALUE PROPOSITION
Beyond protection, Codec Networks delivers value additions that strengthen compliance,
build digital trust, and empower business innovation.
RBI, SEBI, IRDAI, NPCI, UIDAI and Other Regulatory Audits
Codec Networks, a CERT-In empanelled Information Security Auditing Organisation, delivers independent, risk-based cybersecurity and compliance audits for regulated entities across banking, NBFC, FinTech, securities, insurance, payments, Aadhaar-enabled services, government, healthcare and critical infrastructure sectors.
Our value proposition combines regulatory understanding, cybersecurity expertise, structured audit methodology and evidence-driven assurance to help organizations identify compliance gaps, strengthen controls and demonstrate regulatory readiness.
1. Regulatory and Framework-Aligned Audit Assurance
- Audits applicable requirements issued by RBI, SEBI, IRDAI, NPCI, UIDAI, CERT-In and other relevant authorities.
- Maps regulatory obligations with ISO/IEC 27001:2022, ISO 27002, ISO 27005, ISO 22301, NIST CSF, COBIT, CIS Controls and applicable data-protection requirements.
- Converts complex regulatory provisions into practical audit criteria, control requirements, evidence expectations and accountable actions.
- Supports consistent compliance across applications, infrastructure, cloud, networks, data centres, branches, third parties and digital ecosystems.
2. CERT-In Empanelled and Risk-Based Audit Approach
- Applies a structured methodology aligned with applicable CERT-In requirements and recognized auditing principles.
- Evaluates both control design—Test of Design—and operating effectiveness—Test of Effectiveness.
- Prioritizes observations according to regulatory significance, threat exposure, business criticality, likelihood and potential impact.
- Maintains professional independence, confidentiality, evidence integrity and appropriate segregation between audit and remediation activities.
3. Multidisciplinary Regulatory and Cybersecurity Expertise
- Deploys auditors and specialists with experience in information security, IT governance, VAPT, cloud security, application security, SOC, incident response, privacy and business continuity.
- Brings relevant professional competencies such as CISA, CISSP, CISM, ISO 27001 Lead Auditor/Implementer, CEH and cloud-security certifications, subject to engagement requirements.
- Understands sector-specific technology, operating models, outsourcing arrangements, payment environments, digital channels and sensitive-data ecosystems.
- Integrates governance, process and technical testing to provide a complete view of regulatory cyber risk.
4. Comprehensive Audit Coverage
- Covers cybersecurity governance, IT risk management, asset management, identity and access management, secure configuration, vulnerability management and security monitoring.
- Reviews application, API, mobile, network, cloud, database, endpoint, data-protection and third-party security controls, as applicable.
- Assesses incident response, regulatory reporting, business continuity, disaster recovery, cyber resilience, log management and forensic readiness.
- Validates policies, procedures, contracts, configurations, records, system-generated evidence, samples and stakeholder practices.
5. Evidence-Driven Findings and Actionable Remediation
- Links each finding to the applicable regulatory clause, audit criterion, supporting evidence and affected system or process.
- Clearly distinguishes compliant, partially compliant, non-compliant and not-applicable requirements.
- Provides risk-rated observations with business impact, root-cause considerations, recommended corrective actions, ownership and target timelines.
- Supports structured management responses, corrective-action tracking and re-testing of remediated observations within the agreed scope.
6. Management Visibility and Regulatory Readiness
- Delivers executive summaries, detailed audit reports, compliance matrices, risk heat maps and prioritized remediation roadmaps.
- Provides traceability from regulatory requirements to controls, audit procedures, evidence reviewed and audit conclusions.
- Helps boards, senior management, CISOs, compliance officers and technology teams understand material exposures and required decisions.
- Strengthens readiness for regulatory inspections, supervisory reviews, internal audits, certification audits and customer assurance requirements.
7. Independent, Scalable and Business-Focused Delivery
- Adapts the audit approach to the organization’s size, complexity, risk profile, technology architecture and regulatory classification.
- Supports single-entity, multi-location, group-wide and ecosystem-based audits through onsite, remote or hybrid delivery models.
- Coordinates audit activities to reduce operational disruption while preserving audit independence and testing sufficiency.
- Enables organizations to transform regulatory compliance from a periodic exercise into a sustainable governance and cyber-resilience capability.
Why Customers Should Choose Codec Networks
Customers should consider Codec Networks for the combination of CERT-In empanelment, regulatory-domain understanding, multidisciplinary technical capability, risk-based testing and practical reporting. Our audits are designed not merely to identify documentary gaps, but to determine whether critical cybersecurity controls are appropriately designed, consistently implemented and demonstrably effective.
The result is greater regulatory confidence, stronger cyber resilience, improved management accountability and a clearly prioritized path toward sustained compliance.
Disclaimer: Audit scope, procedures and conclusions depend on the applicable regulation, agreed terms of reference, systems and locations included, sampling methodology, evidence provided and conditions existing during the audit period. An audit provides reasonable assurance within its defined scope and does not constitute a guarantee against cyber incidents, regulatory action or future control failure. CERT-In empanelment should be represented strictly in accordance with applicable CERT-In conditions and should not be construed as an endorsement of any commercial claim or as certification by CERT-In.
Founded in 2008 with 17+ Years of Industry Experience in Information and Cyber Security domain
Codec Networks Full-Spectrum Cybersecurity Expertise across all Industry Domains:
- Security Vulnerability Assessment & Penetration Testing (VAPT): Covering Web, Mobile, API, IoT, Blockchain, Cloud-Native, and smart infrastructure environments, with a focus on OWASP, MITRE ATT&CK, and real-world exploit simulation.
- Offensive Security & Deep Level Security Assessments: Advanced Red Team, Blue Team and Purple Team Exercises, Threat Simulations, Social Engineering Campaigns, and Secure Code Review.
- IT Security Audit & Compliance Services: Implementation and audit support for ISO/IEC 27001, ISO 27701, NIST CSF, RBI-CSF, SEBI, IRDAI, PCI DSS, HIPAA, SOC 2, GDPR, and India’s DPDPA 2023.
- Data Privacy & Strategic Risk Advisory: ISO 27701, GDPR, DPDPA, Cross-border compliance, DPIA, DPO-as-a-service, supply chain risk management, and digital transformation risk consulting.
- Emerging Technology Security (Web3.0 | AI | Blockchain): Specialized testing for smart contracts, DeFi platforms, Metaverse applications, AI/ML models, quantum readiness, and blockchain nodes.
- Managed SOC & Threat Monitoring Services: End-to-end SOC operations, SIEM/EDR/XDR/SOAR integration, threat intelligence, cloud security monitoring, and 24/7 incident response.
- Cyber Forensics & Threat Analysis: Investigation services including Device forensics, Malware Analysis, Cloud and Mobile forensics, insider threat detection, and Forensic support.
- Board-Level Cybersecurity Advisory Services to build governance, quantify risks, and align with enterprise-wide digital priorities : Codec Networks enables this transformation by offering Integrated Cyber Risk Management, GRC Program Advisory, Reputation Management, Crisis Communication Readiness, and CISO Support, tailored for CXOs and board members seeking to integrate cybersecurity into strategic decision-making.
- Cyber Security Education & Global Certifications - Through the Codec Centre for Professional Excellence, we deliver Post Graduate Certification in Advanced Cybersecurity (PGCAC), Graduate Certification in Advanced Cybersecurity (GCAC), Accredited Trainings & Certifications from EC Council, PECB, TUV, Quality Austria, ISACA and ISC2 - building the next generation of cybersecurity leaders.
- CERT-IN empaneled Information Security Auditing Organization
- NICSI empaneled for providing Application Audit and Compliance Services under Start-Up Category
- An ISO/IEC 27001:2022 certified company, has established Information Security Management System (ISMS), demonstrating a structured approach to manage and protect sensitive information from cyber threats.
- An ISO 20000 IT Service Management (ITSM) company, ensure high-quality and reliable service delivery to clients on our products and services offered.
- An ISO 9001 certified company, has established and maintains a certified Quality Management System (QMS) that meets international standards for quality and consistency
At Codec Networks, our foundation is built on deep technical mastery, certified expertise, and an unrelenting pursuit of cyber excellence. With a team of globally accredited professionals, advanced methodologies, and next-generation tools, we deliver measurable security outcomes across assessment, compliance, monitoring, and forensic domains. Our competency-driven approach ensures every engagement is governed by precision, accountability, and alignment with international standards — empowering enterprises to stay secure, compliant, and resilient.
Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC) Competency
Codec Networks’ dedicated Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC) group specializes in security assessments, risk management, regulatory compliance, and audit readiness. The team partners with organizations to strengthen governance frameworks and ensure end-to-end compliance in a complex regulatory landscape.
Key Attributes:
- Team of certified auditors and consultants with credentials including ISO 27001 LA/LI, ISO 31000 Risk Specialist, ISO 27701 PIMS, GDPR, SOC 2, HIPAA, CCPA, DPO, CISA, CISM, CRISC, CISSP and other advanced industry certifications.
- Expertise in enterprise risk quantification, privacy impact assessment (PIA/DPIA), audit automation, and supply chain risk mapping.
- Proven track record in implementing ISO-based ISMS/PIMS frameworks, RBI/SEBI/IRDAI audits, and cross-border data compliance projects.
Vulnerability Assessment & Penetration Testing (VAPT) Expertise
Our VAPT teams bring extensive technical depth across Web, Mobile, API, Cloud, Network, Database, Infrastructure, IoT, and People & Process domains. Every engagement is mapped to OWASP, NIST, MITRE ATT&CK, ISO 27001, PCI DSS, HIPAA, RBI, and GDPR frameworks — ensuring real-world relevance and compliance alignment.
Core Strengths:
- Certified professionals with CEH, C-PENT, LPT, OSCP, OSWE, OSEE, and CREST credentials, averaging 7–10 years of offensive security experience.
- Proven expertise in Red/Blue/Purple Teaming, DevSecOps, secure SDLC, and threat emulation.
- Continuous skill enhancement through CTFs, hackathons, and product certifications (on case to case basis) such as CCNA, CCNP etc.
Managed SOC & Threat Intelligence Operations
Codec Networks operates a 24/7 Managed Security Operations Center (SOC) delivering continuous visibility, detection, and response across hybrid environments. Our SOC integrates SIEM, SOAR, EDR/XDR, and Cloud-Native Analytics to ensure rapid threat detection, incident containment, and business continuity.
Key Capabilities:
- Certified SOC analysts with credentials such as CHFI, CEH, CompTIA CySA+, GCIA, GCFA, and Splunk Certified Architect.
- Integration with platforms like Splunk, QRadar, SentinelOne, CrowdStrike, Elastic, Microsoft Sentinel, and Cortex XSOAR.
- Advanced use cases include cloud posture management, insider threat analytics, MITRE ATT&CK–aligned detections, and threat hunting automation.
- Comprehensive SOC Maturity Assessments and Threat Intelligence Fusion through integration with global feeds and dark web monitoring.
Cyber Forensics & Threat Analysis Expertise
Our Cyber Forensic Division delivers end-to-end investigation, evidence preservation, and digital analysis services — designed to support law enforcement, corporate forensics, and internal response teams. We combine forensic science with cyber intelligence to identify root causes, trace adversaries, and restore operational integrity.
Core Expertise Areas:
- Device, Network, Cloud, and Mobile Forensics – leveraging latest forensic tools (wherever applicable) such as Autopsy, Cyber Triage, Kape, EnCase, FTK, Magnet AXIOM, and Cellebrite.
- Malware Reverse Engineering and Memory Forensics for incident containment and threat attribution.
- Blockchain & Crypto Forensics – tracing DeFi fraud, NFT manipulation, and crypto laundering activities using Chainalysis, TRM Labs, and Elliptic (wherever applicable).
- Incident Response Support – forensic readiness, eDiscovery, evidence preservation, aligned with ISO/IEC 27037 & 27043.
- Certified experts including CHFI, eCIR, eCDFP, GCFE, GCFA, EnCE, CFCE and ECIH, ensuring investigations meet both technical and legal standards.
Advanced Tools, Frameworks & Continuous Innovation
Codec Networks leverages industry-leading tools and platforms such as Burp Suite Pro, Nessus, Prisma Cloud, Splunk, QRadar, CrowdStrike, SentinelOne, Autopsy, Chainalysis, MythX, and Prowler (wherever applicable) ensuring accuracy, scalability, and efficiency.
Our methodologies align with globally recognized frameworks including:
- MITRE ATT&CK & D3FEND
- OWASP Top 10 / MASVS / ASVS
- NIST Cybersecurity Framework & SP 800-115
- ISO/IEC 27001, 27701, 31000, 22301
Through ongoing research, Codec Networks continually evolves to address modern threats — from Generative AI prompt attacks and smart contract exploits to IoT zero-days, metaverse impersonation, and quantum-era vulnerabilities.
Compliance-Driven Deliverables
All technical engagements and reports are mapped to major global and Indian compliance frameworks — including ISO 27001, PCI DSS, HIPAA, GDPR, RBI-CSF, SEBI, IRDAI, and DPDPA 2023. Our structured technical and executive reports support board-level visibility, audit evidence, and certification readiness, ensuring that every engagement drives both technical assurance and regulatory confidence.
Codec Networks – Certified Competence. Proven Expertise. Real-World Cyber Resilience. Empowering enterprises through advanced security engineering, continuous monitoring, and forensic intelligence.
At Codec Networks, we believe that cybersecurity excellence is not achieved through tools alone — it is built through methodical delivery, risk-based insight, and measurable outcomes. Our Agile and Modular 8-Stage Delivery Methodology ensures that every engagement — from rapid risk assessments to full-scale ISMS implementations — is structured, standards-aligned, and business-focused.
Agile & Modular Methodology
Our delivery framework integrates global best practices with localized regulatory insight, ensuring each engagement is executed with clarity, accountability, and precision. Clients benefit from seamless onboarding, milestone-driven execution, and transparent reporting throughout the lifecycle.
- Discovery & Scoping: Collaborative workshops to understand business context, IT landscape, compliance obligations, and risk appetite, forming the foundation of a well-defined project scope.
- Risk Profiling & Gap Assessment: Comprehensive evaluation of people, process, and technology controls aligned with ISO 27001, NIST CSF, GDPR, HIPAA, DPDPA 2023, RBI, and PCI DSS.
- Regulatory Mapping & Framework Alignment: Mapping organizational obligations against applicable standards and laws — from ISO & NIST to RBI, SEBI, IRDAI, UIDAI, and DPDPA — including new-age frameworks like ISO 42001 (AI) and FATF for emerging technologies.
- Security Architecture & Control Design: Designing or refining network, cloud, and data security architectures with controls tailored for cloud, AI, OT/ICS, and Web3.0 environments.
- Documentation & Policy Development: Creation and refinement of Policies, SOPs, Risk Registers, DPIAs, Incident Response Plans, and Governance Documents, ensuring audit readiness and legal compliance.
- Implementation & Risk Treatment: Execution of remediation roadmaps, vendor risk management, privacy engineering, and workforce training to mitigate gaps and operationalize security controls.
- Validation, Testing & Audit Readiness: Conducting mock audits, VAPT, forensic readiness, and compliance testing to validate effectiveness and prepare for certifications.
- Governance Reporting & Continual Improvement: Delivering executive dashboards, compliance scorecards, and board-level insights with ongoing advisory through vCISO and DPO-as-a-Service models.
Risk-Based & Business-Oriented Audit Approach
Our methodology goes beyond testing systems — it focuses on how vulnerabilities translate into business, reputational, and compliance risks.
- Deliver Deep Insight: Actionable intelligence into vulnerabilities, attack paths, business impact, and remediation priorities.
- Extend Beyond Tools: Manual and contextual assessments combining automation with human expertise across government, financial, and commercial sectors.
- Actionable Reporting: Executive-friendly reports that translate complex findings into strategic, risk-aware recommendations.
- Efficient Execution: Critical assets prioritized for testing to deliver maximum value within tight engagement windows.
Outcome-Driven Engagements for Security Maturity
Each stage is modular yet interconnected, adaptable to enterprises of any scale or industry. Whether it’s a cloud-native fintech pursuing SOC 2, a healthcare provider ensuring HIPAA alignment, or a bank meeting RBI-CSF requirements, Codec Networks ensures consistency, compliance, and measurable improvement.
Beyond certification checklists, our Post-Audit Support and Continuous Risk Monitoring provide remediation guidance, breach response playbooks, staff training, and ongoing compliance tracking — building sustainable security posture and resilient business continuity.
Codec Networks – Turning Compliance into a Competitive Advantage. Structured. Measurable. Secure. Always Aligned with Your Business Goals.
At Codec Networks, our clients are not just audit subjects — they are long-term partners in a shared cybersecurity journey. Every engagement is designed around the client’s business priorities, security maturity, and risk appetite, ensuring solutions that are relevant, practical, and results-driven.
With a legacy of 650+ successful engagements across industries such as Banking, Fintech, Healthcare, Telecom, Energy, Aviation, Manufacturing, E-commerce, and Government, Codec Networks has attempted to become a trusted advisor for organizations seeking to transform compliance into resilience.
Our engagement philosophy extends beyond conventional audits. We integrate strategic advisory, technical assurance, remediation support, and continuous compliance monitoring, creating a full lifecycle relationship rather than a one-time service. Clients benefit from:
- Personalized advisory frameworks tailored to their business model and operational scale.
- Collaborative engagement models featuring joint workshops, stakeholder training, and compliance awareness sessions.
- Board-level guidance and reporting that translates complex technical findings into actionable business intelligence.
- Transparent communication channels with dedicated project managers, secure digital workspaces, and real-time status dashboards.
By combining the objectivity of an auditor with the empathy of an advisor, Codec Networks builds trust, accountability, and measurable security growth. Our commitment is simple — to deliver cybersecurity as a continuous partnership, not a periodic project.
Codec Networks – Where Advisory Meets Assurance. Empowering Clients Through Partnership, Transparency, and Trust.
At Codec Networks, integrity, professionalism, and ethical responsibility form the cornerstone of every engagement. As a trusted strategic partner in cybersecurity, we operate within the highest standards of ethical conduct, legal compliance, and regulatory governance, ensuring our services strengthen both our clients’ defenses and their reputations.
We adhere to a strict ethical code of conduct, driven by transparency, independence, and accountability. Every consultant, auditor, and engineer within Codec Networks upholds the core security triad of Confidentiality, Integrity, and Availability (CIA) — ensuring data protection, operational reliability, and business continuity at all times.
Our professional ethos blends technical excellence with moral responsibility, following structured processes, defined service standards, and adherence to international and national regulatory frameworks.
Our Ethical & Professional Commitments
- Zero-Compromise Consulting: We maintain independence, neutrality, and confidentiality across all audits and advisory engagements.
- Legal & Regulatory Conformance: We assist clients to conform strictly within the boundaries of applicable cyber laws, privacy regulations, and data protection statutes.
- Client-First Philosophy: Every recommendation is designed to safeguard stakeholder interests, minimize legal exposure, and build sustainable resilience.
- Outcome-Driven Security Maturity: Our modular yet integrated delivery approach supports organizations of all sizes in achieving measurable improvements in security posture.
- Global Delivery, Local Integrity: Our Global Network Delivery Model integrates international best practices with local regulatory expertise — ensuring value-driven, compliant outcomes.
Industry-Specific Security Advisory
Recognizing that every sector faces distinct threats and compliance challenges, Codec Networks provides customized, industry-aligned security advisory across BFSI, Fintech, Telecom, Healthcare, Energy, Aviation, E-commerce, Government, and Critical Infrastructure domains.
Our sector-specific consulting translates regulatory complexity into practical, business-aware strategies, ensuring risk mitigation plans are compliant, auditable, and operationally feasible.
Our Commitment
With a zero-tolerance approach to ethical compromise, Codec Networks stands for trust, transparency, and truth in cybersecurity. We are more than consultants — we are custodians of digital integrity, committed to helping organizations navigate risk, maintain compliance, and enable secure business growth.
Codec Networks – Where Integrity Meets Innovation. Trusted. Ethical. Future-Ready.
At Codec Networks, we combine the strength of a global delivery ecosystem with the precision of local regulatory insight to deliver cybersecurity solutions that are both internationally benchmarked and regionally compliant.
Our Global Delivery Capability enables clients across continents to access specialized cybersecurity expertise, advanced technologies, and globally aligned methodologies. Through a distributed network of certified professionals, partner alliances, and intelligence centers, Codec Networks ensures consistent service quality and rapid response across time zones and geographies.
What truly differentiates us is our Local Expertise — a deep understanding of national regulations, industry frameworks, and operational nuances that shape cybersecurity implementation in each region.
Our hybrid delivery model blends remote and on-site collaboration, combining the agility of digital operations with the contextual understanding of local consultants. This ensures culturally aligned communication, faster problem resolution, and seamless coordination with client teams.
With a presence across India, Codec Networks empowers global enterprises to manage cybersecurity uniformly while adapting to local risks, regulations, and realities.
Codec Networks – Global Vision. Local Precision. Consistent Cyber Resilience.
“With Codec Networks, you’re not just buying a service — you’re investing in a cybersecurity ally who understands your business, defends your reputation, and strengthens your future.”
At Codec Networks, we believe cybersecurity is not a project — it’s a partnership. Our approach is built on trust, transparency, and transformation, helping clients evolve from compliance readiness to cyber resilience.
Your Strategic Security Partner
Codec Networks acts as a strategic security partner, providing continuous roadmap development, architecture reviews, and improvement programs that evolve with your business and the threat landscape.
“We don’t just secure businesses — we empower them to lead with confidence in a digital-first world.”
Our strength lies in the fusion of technical depth, regulatory insight, industry specialization, and future readiness — providing unmatched cybersecurity value to enterprises across India and beyond.
Codec Networks – Certified Competence. Proven Expertise. Real-World Cyber Resilience. Empowering enterprises through advanced security engineering, continuous monitoring, and forensic intelligence.
Every engagement reflects our belief that advisory must meet assurance — a promise we deliver through partnership, integrity, and measurable impact.
Codec Networks – Where Advisory Meets Assurance. Empowering Clients Through Partnership, Transparency, and Trust.
And above all —
“Decoding Threats. Coding Solutions.” That’s the Codec Networks Advantage.
RBI, SEBI, IRDAI, NPCI, UIDAI and Other Regulatory Audits
Codec Networks, a CERT-In empanelled Information Security Auditing Organisation, delivers independent, risk-based cybersecurity and compliance audits for regulated entities across banking, NBFC, FinTech, securities, insurance, payments, Aadhaar-enabled services, government, healthcare and critical infrastructure sectors.
Our value proposition combines regulatory understanding, cybersecurity expertise, structured audit methodology and evidence-driven assurance to help organizations identify compliance gaps, strengthen controls and demonstrate regulatory readiness.
1. Regulatory and Framework-Aligned Audit Assurance
- Audits applicable requirements issued by RBI, SEBI, IRDAI, NPCI, UIDAI, CERT-In and other relevant authorities.
- Maps regulatory obligations with ISO/IEC 27001:2022, ISO 27002, ISO 27005, ISO 22301, NIST CSF, COBIT, CIS Controls and applicable data-protection requirements.
- Converts complex regulatory provisions into practical audit criteria, control requirements, evidence expectations and accountable actions.
- Supports consistent compliance across applications, infrastructure, cloud, networks, data centres, branches, third parties and digital ecosystems.
2. CERT-In Empanelled and Risk-Based Audit Approach
- Applies a structured methodology aligned with applicable CERT-In requirements and recognized auditing principles.
- Evaluates both control design—Test of Design—and operating effectiveness—Test of Effectiveness.
- Prioritizes observations according to regulatory significance, threat exposure, business criticality, likelihood and potential impact.
- Maintains professional independence, confidentiality, evidence integrity and appropriate segregation between audit and remediation activities.
3. Multidisciplinary Regulatory and Cybersecurity Expertise
- Deploys auditors and specialists with experience in information security, IT governance, VAPT, cloud security, application security, SOC, incident response, privacy and business continuity.
- Brings relevant professional competencies such as CISA, CISSP, CISM, ISO 27001 Lead Auditor/Implementer, CEH and cloud-security certifications, subject to engagement requirements.
- Understands sector-specific technology, operating models, outsourcing arrangements, payment environments, digital channels and sensitive-data ecosystems.
- Integrates governance, process and technical testing to provide a complete view of regulatory cyber risk.
4. Comprehensive Audit Coverage
- Covers cybersecurity governance, IT risk management, asset management, identity and access management, secure configuration, vulnerability management and security monitoring.
- Reviews application, API, mobile, network, cloud, database, endpoint, data-protection and third-party security controls, as applicable.
- Assesses incident response, regulatory reporting, business continuity, disaster recovery, cyber resilience, log management and forensic readiness.
- Validates policies, procedures, contracts, configurations, records, system-generated evidence, samples and stakeholder practices.
5. Evidence-Driven Findings and Actionable Remediation
- Links each finding to the applicable regulatory clause, audit criterion, supporting evidence and affected system or process.
- Clearly distinguishes compliant, partially compliant, non-compliant and not-applicable requirements.
- Provides risk-rated observations with business impact, root-cause considerations, recommended corrective actions, ownership and target timelines.
- Supports structured management responses, corrective-action tracking and re-testing of remediated observations within the agreed scope.
6. Management Visibility and Regulatory Readiness
- Delivers executive summaries, detailed audit reports, compliance matrices, risk heat maps and prioritized remediation roadmaps.
- Provides traceability from regulatory requirements to controls, audit procedures, evidence reviewed and audit conclusions.
- Helps boards, senior management, CISOs, compliance officers and technology teams understand material exposures and required decisions.
- Strengthens readiness for regulatory inspections, supervisory reviews, internal audits, certification audits and customer assurance requirements.
7. Independent, Scalable and Business-Focused Delivery
- Adapts the audit approach to the organization’s size, complexity, risk profile, technology architecture and regulatory classification.
- Supports single-entity, multi-location, group-wide and ecosystem-based audits through onsite, remote or hybrid delivery models.
- Coordinates audit activities to reduce operational disruption while preserving audit independence and testing sufficiency.
- Enables organizations to transform regulatory compliance from a periodic exercise into a sustainable governance and cyber-resilience capability.
Why Customers Should Choose Codec Networks
Customers should consider Codec Networks for the combination of CERT-In empanelment, regulatory-domain understanding, multidisciplinary technical capability, risk-based testing and practical reporting. Our audits are designed not merely to identify documentary gaps, but to determine whether critical cybersecurity controls are appropriately designed, consistently implemented and demonstrably effective.
The result is greater regulatory confidence, stronger cyber resilience, improved management accountability and a clearly prioritized path toward sustained compliance.
Disclaimer: Audit scope, procedures and conclusions depend on the applicable regulation, agreed terms of reference, systems and locations included, sampling methodology, evidence provided and conditions existing during the audit period. An audit provides reasonable assurance within its defined scope and does not constitute a guarantee against cyber incidents, regulatory action or future control failure. CERT-In empanelment should be represented strictly in accordance with applicable CERT-In conditions and should not be construed as an endorsement of any commercial claim or as certification by CERT-In.
Founded in 2008 with 17+ Years of Industry Experience in Information and Cyber Security domain
Codec Networks Full-Spectrum Cybersecurity Expertise across all Industry Domains:
- Security Vulnerability Assessment & Penetration Testing (VAPT): Covering Web, Mobile, API, IoT, Blockchain, Cloud-Native, and smart infrastructure environments, with a focus on OWASP, MITRE ATT&CK, and real-world exploit simulation.
- Offensive Security & Deep Level Security Assessments: Advanced Red Team, Blue Team and Purple Team Exercises, Threat Simulations, Social Engineering Campaigns, and Secure Code Review.
- IT Security Audit & Compliance Services: Implementation and audit support for ISO/IEC 27001, ISO 27701, NIST CSF, RBI-CSF, SEBI, IRDAI, PCI DSS, HIPAA, SOC 2, GDPR, and India’s DPDPA 2023.
- Data Privacy & Strategic Risk Advisory: ISO 27701, GDPR, DPDPA, Cross-border compliance, DPIA, DPO-as-a-service, supply chain risk management, and digital transformation risk consulting.
- Emerging Technology Security (Web3.0 | AI | Blockchain): Specialized testing for smart contracts, DeFi platforms, Metaverse applications, AI/ML models, quantum readiness, and blockchain nodes.
- Managed SOC & Threat Monitoring Services: End-to-end SOC operations, SIEM/EDR/XDR/SOAR integration, threat intelligence, cloud security monitoring, and 24/7 incident response.
- Cyber Forensics & Threat Analysis: Investigation services including Device forensics, Malware Analysis, Cloud and Mobile forensics, insider threat detection, and Forensic support.
- Board-Level Cybersecurity Advisory Services to build governance, quantify risks, and align with enterprise-wide digital priorities : Codec Networks enables this transformation by offering Integrated Cyber Risk Management, GRC Program Advisory, Reputation Management, Crisis Communication Readiness, and CISO Support, tailored for CXOs and board members seeking to integrate cybersecurity into strategic decision-making.
- Cyber Security Education & Global Certifications - Through the Codec Centre for Professional Excellence, we deliver Post Graduate Certification in Advanced Cybersecurity (PGCAC), Graduate Certification in Advanced Cybersecurity (GCAC), Accredited Trainings & Certifications from EC Council, PECB, TUV, Quality Austria, ISACA and ISC2 - building the next generation of cybersecurity leaders.
- CERT-IN empaneled Information Security Auditing Organization
- NICSI empaneled for providing Application Audit and Compliance Services under Start-Up Category
- An ISO/IEC 27001:2022 certified company, has established Information Security Management System (ISMS), demonstrating a structured approach to manage and protect sensitive information from cyber threats.
- An ISO 20000 IT Service Management (ITSM) company, ensure high-quality and reliable service delivery to clients on our products and services offered.
- An ISO 9001 certified company, has established and maintains a certified Quality Management System (QMS) that meets international standards for quality and consistency
At Codec Networks, our foundation is built on deep technical mastery, certified expertise, and an unrelenting pursuit of cyber excellence. With a team of globally accredited professionals, advanced methodologies, and next-generation tools, we deliver measurable security outcomes across assessment, compliance, monitoring, and forensic domains. Our competency-driven approach ensures every engagement is governed by precision, accountability, and alignment with international standards — empowering enterprises to stay secure, compliant, and resilient.
Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC) Competency
Codec Networks’ dedicated Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC) group specializes in security assessments, risk management, regulatory compliance, and audit readiness. The team partners with organizations to strengthen governance frameworks and ensure end-to-end compliance in a complex regulatory landscape.
Key Attributes:
- Team of certified auditors and consultants with credentials including ISO 27001 LA/LI, ISO 31000 Risk Specialist, ISO 27701 PIMS, GDPR, SOC 2, HIPAA, CCPA, DPO, CISA, CISM, CRISC, CISSP and other advanced industry certifications.
- Expertise in enterprise risk quantification, privacy impact assessment (PIA/DPIA), audit automation, and supply chain risk mapping.
- Proven track record in implementing ISO-based ISMS/PIMS frameworks, RBI/SEBI/IRDAI audits, and cross-border data compliance projects.
Vulnerability Assessment & Penetration Testing (VAPT) Expertise
Our VAPT teams bring extensive technical depth across Web, Mobile, API, Cloud, Network, Database, Infrastructure, IoT, and People & Process domains. Every engagement is mapped to OWASP, NIST, MITRE ATT&CK, ISO 27001, PCI DSS, HIPAA, RBI, and GDPR frameworks — ensuring real-world relevance and compliance alignment.
Core Strengths:
- Certified professionals with CEH, C-PENT, LPT, OSCP, OSWE, OSEE, and CREST credentials, averaging 7–10 years of offensive security experience.
- Proven expertise in Red/Blue/Purple Teaming, DevSecOps, secure SDLC, and threat emulation.
- Continuous skill enhancement through CTFs, hackathons, and product certifications (on case to case basis) such as CCNA, CCNP etc.
Managed SOC & Threat Intelligence Operations
Codec Networks operates a 24/7 Managed Security Operations Center (SOC) delivering continuous visibility, detection, and response across hybrid environments. Our SOC integrates SIEM, SOAR, EDR/XDR, and Cloud-Native Analytics to ensure rapid threat detection, incident containment, and business continuity.
Key Capabilities:
- Certified SOC analysts with credentials such as CHFI, CEH, CompTIA CySA+, GCIA, GCFA, and Splunk Certified Architect.
- Integration with platforms like Splunk, QRadar, SentinelOne, CrowdStrike, Elastic, Microsoft Sentinel, and Cortex XSOAR.
- Advanced use cases include cloud posture management, insider threat analytics, MITRE ATT&CK–aligned detections, and threat hunting automation.
- Comprehensive SOC Maturity Assessments and Threat Intelligence Fusion through integration with global feeds and dark web monitoring.
Cyber Forensics & Threat Analysis Expertise
Our Cyber Forensic Division delivers end-to-end investigation, evidence preservation, and digital analysis services — designed to support law enforcement, corporate forensics, and internal response teams. We combine forensic science with cyber intelligence to identify root causes, trace adversaries, and restore operational integrity.
Core Expertise Areas:
- Device, Network, Cloud, and Mobile Forensics – leveraging latest forensic tools (wherever applicable) such as Autopsy, Cyber Triage, Kape, EnCase, FTK, Magnet AXIOM, and Cellebrite.
- Malware Reverse Engineering and Memory Forensics for incident containment and threat attribution.
- Blockchain & Crypto Forensics – tracing DeFi fraud, NFT manipulation, and crypto laundering activities using Chainalysis, TRM Labs, and Elliptic (wherever applicable).
- Incident Response Support – forensic readiness, eDiscovery, evidence preservation, aligned with ISO/IEC 27037 & 27043.
- Certified experts including CHFI, eCIR, eCDFP, GCFE, GCFA, EnCE, CFCE and ECIH, ensuring investigations meet both technical and legal standards.
Advanced Tools, Frameworks & Continuous Innovation
Codec Networks leverages industry-leading tools and platforms such as Burp Suite Pro, Nessus, Prisma Cloud, Splunk, QRadar, CrowdStrike, SentinelOne, Autopsy, Chainalysis, MythX, and Prowler (wherever applicable) ensuring accuracy, scalability, and efficiency.
Our methodologies align with globally recognized frameworks including:
- MITRE ATT&CK & D3FEND
- OWASP Top 10 / MASVS / ASVS
- NIST Cybersecurity Framework & SP 800-115
- ISO/IEC 27001, 27701, 31000, 22301
Through ongoing research, Codec Networks continually evolves to address modern threats — from Generative AI prompt attacks and smart contract exploits to IoT zero-days, metaverse impersonation, and quantum-era vulnerabilities.
Compliance-Driven Deliverables
All technical engagements and reports are mapped to major global and Indian compliance frameworks — including ISO 27001, PCI DSS, HIPAA, GDPR, RBI-CSF, SEBI, IRDAI, and DPDPA 2023. Our structured technical and executive reports support board-level visibility, audit evidence, and certification readiness, ensuring that every engagement drives both technical assurance and regulatory confidence.
Codec Networks – Certified Competence. Proven Expertise. Real-World Cyber Resilience. Empowering enterprises through advanced security engineering, continuous monitoring, and forensic intelligence.
At Codec Networks, we believe that cybersecurity excellence is not achieved through tools alone — it is built through methodical delivery, risk-based insight, and measurable outcomes. Our Agile and Modular 8-Stage Delivery Methodology ensures that every engagement — from rapid risk assessments to full-scale ISMS implementations — is structured, standards-aligned, and business-focused.
Agile & Modular Methodology
Our delivery framework integrates global best practices with localized regulatory insight, ensuring each engagement is executed with clarity, accountability, and precision. Clients benefit from seamless onboarding, milestone-driven execution, and transparent reporting throughout the lifecycle.
- Discovery & Scoping: Collaborative workshops to understand business context, IT landscape, compliance obligations, and risk appetite, forming the foundation of a well-defined project scope.
- Risk Profiling & Gap Assessment: Comprehensive evaluation of people, process, and technology controls aligned with ISO 27001, NIST CSF, GDPR, HIPAA, DPDPA 2023, RBI, and PCI DSS.
- Regulatory Mapping & Framework Alignment: Mapping organizational obligations against applicable standards and laws — from ISO & NIST to RBI, SEBI, IRDAI, UIDAI, and DPDPA — including new-age frameworks like ISO 42001 (AI) and FATF for emerging technologies.
- Security Architecture & Control Design: Designing or refining network, cloud, and data security architectures with controls tailored for cloud, AI, OT/ICS, and Web3.0 environments.
- Documentation & Policy Development: Creation and refinement of Policies, SOPs, Risk Registers, DPIAs, Incident Response Plans, and Governance Documents, ensuring audit readiness and legal compliance.
- Implementation & Risk Treatment: Execution of remediation roadmaps, vendor risk management, privacy engineering, and workforce training to mitigate gaps and operationalize security controls.
- Validation, Testing & Audit Readiness: Conducting mock audits, VAPT, forensic readiness, and compliance testing to validate effectiveness and prepare for certifications.
- Governance Reporting & Continual Improvement: Delivering executive dashboards, compliance scorecards, and board-level insights with ongoing advisory through vCISO and DPO-as-a-Service models.
Risk-Based & Business-Oriented Audit Approach
Our methodology goes beyond testing systems — it focuses on how vulnerabilities translate into business, reputational, and compliance risks.
- Deliver Deep Insight: Actionable intelligence into vulnerabilities, attack paths, business impact, and remediation priorities.
- Extend Beyond Tools: Manual and contextual assessments combining automation with human expertise across government, financial, and commercial sectors.
- Actionable Reporting: Executive-friendly reports that translate complex findings into strategic, risk-aware recommendations.
- Efficient Execution: Critical assets prioritized for testing to deliver maximum value within tight engagement windows.
Outcome-Driven Engagements for Security Maturity
Each stage is modular yet interconnected, adaptable to enterprises of any scale or industry. Whether it’s a cloud-native fintech pursuing SOC 2, a healthcare provider ensuring HIPAA alignment, or a bank meeting RBI-CSF requirements, Codec Networks ensures consistency, compliance, and measurable improvement.
Beyond certification checklists, our Post-Audit Support and Continuous Risk Monitoring provide remediation guidance, breach response playbooks, staff training, and ongoing compliance tracking — building sustainable security posture and resilient business continuity.
Codec Networks – Turning Compliance into a Competitive Advantage. Structured. Measurable. Secure. Always Aligned with Your Business Goals.
At Codec Networks, our clients are not just audit subjects — they are long-term partners in a shared cybersecurity journey. Every engagement is designed around the client’s business priorities, security maturity, and risk appetite, ensuring solutions that are relevant, practical, and results-driven.
With a legacy of 650+ successful engagements across industries such as Banking, Fintech, Healthcare, Telecom, Energy, Aviation, Manufacturing, E-commerce, and Government, Codec Networks has attempted to become a trusted advisor for organizations seeking to transform compliance into resilience.
Our engagement philosophy extends beyond conventional audits. We integrate strategic advisory, technical assurance, remediation support, and continuous compliance monitoring, creating a full lifecycle relationship rather than a one-time service. Clients benefit from:
- Personalized advisory frameworks tailored to their business model and operational scale.
- Collaborative engagement models featuring joint workshops, stakeholder training, and compliance awareness sessions.
- Board-level guidance and reporting that translates complex technical findings into actionable business intelligence.
- Transparent communication channels with dedicated project managers, secure digital workspaces, and real-time status dashboards.
By combining the objectivity of an auditor with the empathy of an advisor, Codec Networks builds trust, accountability, and measurable security growth. Our commitment is simple — to deliver cybersecurity as a continuous partnership, not a periodic project.
Codec Networks – Where Advisory Meets Assurance. Empowering Clients Through Partnership, Transparency, and Trust.
At Codec Networks, integrity, professionalism, and ethical responsibility form the cornerstone of every engagement. As a trusted strategic partner in cybersecurity, we operate within the highest standards of ethical conduct, legal compliance, and regulatory governance, ensuring our services strengthen both our clients’ defenses and their reputations.
We adhere to a strict ethical code of conduct, driven by transparency, independence, and accountability. Every consultant, auditor, and engineer within Codec Networks upholds the core security triad of Confidentiality, Integrity, and Availability (CIA) — ensuring data protection, operational reliability, and business continuity at all times.
Our professional ethos blends technical excellence with moral responsibility, following structured processes, defined service standards, and adherence to international and national regulatory frameworks.
Our Ethical & Professional Commitments
- Zero-Compromise Consulting: We maintain independence, neutrality, and confidentiality across all audits and advisory engagements.
- Legal & Regulatory Conformance: We assist clients to conform strictly within the boundaries of applicable cyber laws, privacy regulations, and data protection statutes.
- Client-First Philosophy: Every recommendation is designed to safeguard stakeholder interests, minimize legal exposure, and build sustainable resilience.
- Outcome-Driven Security Maturity: Our modular yet integrated delivery approach supports organizations of all sizes in achieving measurable improvements in security posture.
- Global Delivery, Local Integrity: Our Global Network Delivery Model integrates international best practices with local regulatory expertise — ensuring value-driven, compliant outcomes.
Industry-Specific Security Advisory
Recognizing that every sector faces distinct threats and compliance challenges, Codec Networks provides customized, industry-aligned security advisory across BFSI, Fintech, Telecom, Healthcare, Energy, Aviation, E-commerce, Government, and Critical Infrastructure domains.
Our sector-specific consulting translates regulatory complexity into practical, business-aware strategies, ensuring risk mitigation plans are compliant, auditable, and operationally feasible.
Our Commitment
With a zero-tolerance approach to ethical compromise, Codec Networks stands for trust, transparency, and truth in cybersecurity. We are more than consultants — we are custodians of digital integrity, committed to helping organizations navigate risk, maintain compliance, and enable secure business growth.
Codec Networks – Where Integrity Meets Innovation. Trusted. Ethical. Future-Ready.
At Codec Networks, we combine the strength of a global delivery ecosystem with the precision of local regulatory insight to deliver cybersecurity solutions that are both internationally benchmarked and regionally compliant.
Our Global Delivery Capability enables clients across continents to access specialized cybersecurity expertise, advanced technologies, and globally aligned methodologies. Through a distributed network of certified professionals, partner alliances, and intelligence centers, Codec Networks ensures consistent service quality and rapid response across time zones and geographies.
What truly differentiates us is our Local Expertise — a deep understanding of national regulations, industry frameworks, and operational nuances that shape cybersecurity implementation in each region.
Our hybrid delivery model blends remote and on-site collaboration, combining the agility of digital operations with the contextual understanding of local consultants. This ensures culturally aligned communication, faster problem resolution, and seamless coordination with client teams.
With a presence across India, Codec Networks empowers global enterprises to manage cybersecurity uniformly while adapting to local risks, regulations, and realities.
Codec Networks – Global Vision. Local Precision. Consistent Cyber Resilience.
“With Codec Networks, you’re not just buying a service — you’re investing in a cybersecurity ally who understands your business, defends your reputation, and strengthens your future.”
At Codec Networks, we believe cybersecurity is not a project — it’s a partnership. Our approach is built on trust, transparency, and transformation, helping clients evolve from compliance readiness to cyber resilience.
Your Strategic Security Partner
Codec Networks acts as a strategic security partner, providing continuous roadmap development, architecture reviews, and improvement programs that evolve with your business and the threat landscape.
“We don’t just secure businesses — we empower them to lead with confidence in a digital-first world.”
Our strength lies in the fusion of technical depth, regulatory insight, industry specialization, and future readiness — providing unmatched cybersecurity value to enterprises across India and beyond.
Codec Networks – Certified Competence. Proven Expertise. Real-World Cyber Resilience. Empowering enterprises through advanced security engineering, continuous monitoring, and forensic intelligence.
Every engagement reflects our belief that advisory must meet assurance — a promise we deliver through partnership, integrity, and measurable impact.
Codec Networks – Where Advisory Meets Assurance. Empowering Clients Through Partnership, Transparency, and Trust.
And above all —
“Decoding Threats. Coding Solutions.” That’s the Codec Networks Advantage.
WHAT OUR CUSTOMERS SAY
Every customer testimonial is proof of our commitment, highlighting security,
compliance,and resilience enabled by Codec Networks’ services.
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“Vijay Pratap is a passionate Software Developer specializing in building scalable web applications and APIs. He enjoys solving complex problems with clean”
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“Deepak Baghel is a passionate Frontend Developer specializing in building responsive, accessible interfaces. He enjoys solving complex problems with clean”
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“Saurav is a passionate DevOps engineer specializing in building resilient, automated delivery pipelines. He enjoys solving complex problems with clean”
Saurav
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“Vijay Pratap is a passionate Software Developer specializing in building scalable web applications and APIs. He enjoys solving complex problems with clean”
Vijay Pratap
Developer
“Deepak Baghel is a passionate Frontend Developer specializing in building responsive, accessible interfaces. He enjoys solving complex problems with clean”
Deepak Baghel
Frontend Developer
“Saurav is a passionate DevOps engineer specializing in building resilient, automated delivery pipelines. He enjoys solving complex problems with clean”
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DevOpsFREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTION
Asking the right questions is the first step toward security; our FAQs
It is an independent assessment of an NBFC’s IT governance, information security, cybersecurity, IT operations, IS audit, business continuity, disaster recovery and IT outsourcing controls against the applicable RBI requirements.
The service is relevant to RBI-registered NBFCs, including investment and credit companies, microfinance institutions, factors, infrastructure finance companies, core investment companies, account aggregators, P2P platforms, digital-lending NBFCs and other covered entities. Final applicability depends on the NBFC’s current category, regulatory layer, business activities and applicable RBI directions.
Guidelines permits an NBFC to use an internal audit team or an external agency with suitable IT/IS audit expertise where internal skills are inadequate. The circular does not independently mandate a CERT-In empaneled auditor for every NBFC audit. However, CERT-In empanelment may be required under another applicable direction, contractual requirement or defined audit scope.
As per Guidelines audit periodicity should be based on the NBFC’s size and operations and may be conducted at least annually. Current RBI directions, supervisory requirements, significant technology changes, major incidents or Board decisions may require additional or more frequent assessments.
No. The attached framework remains an important reference, but an audit conducted should also consider subsequent RBI directions, the NBFC Scale Based Regulation framework, entity-specific other applicable legal or regulatory requirements.
The scope may include:
- IT governance and Board oversight
- IT, information-security and cybersecurity policies
- Asset, access and privileged-access management
- Vulnerability, patch and incident management
- IT operations, change management and regulatory MIS
- BCP, disaster recovery and backup testing
- Cloud, outsourcing and third-party risk
- IS audit governance and previous-finding closure
Codec Networks follows an independent, risk-based and evidence-driven approach aligned with applicable CERT-In audit guidelines. Procedures may include document review, interviews, walkthroughs, observation, configuration validation, record inspection, sampling, reperformance and approved Computer-Assisted Audit Techniques.
The NBFC may need to provide applicable policies, risk registers, asset inventories, access records, system configurations, change tickets, vulnerability reports, incident records, backup and DR test results, committee minutes, regulatory reports, outsourcing contracts and previous audit-closure evidence.
No. VAPT, source-code review, exploitation, social engineering, red teaming or disruptive testing is included only when expressly agreed and separately authorised through written Rules of Engagement. A compliance audit does not automatically authorise intrusive technical testing.
The duration depends on the NBFC’s size, locations, systems, business complexity, outsourcing arrangements, scope and evidence readiness. The expected timeline, milestones and dependencies are defined after the initial scoping and applicability assessment.
Depending on the agreed scope, deliverables may include:
- Executive and Board-level summary
- Clause-wise compliance assessment
- Risk-rated observations
- Evidence and control-testing references
- Corrective-action recommendations
- Management action and remediation tracker
- Follow-up or closure-verification report
Findings are assessed using agreed criteria considering likelihood, business impact, regulatory significance, customer exposure, control effectiveness and pervasiveness. Observations may be classified as Critical, High, Moderate or Low.
Codec Networks may provide clarification and practical recommendations. Where separately included, it may also verify remediation and retest affected controls. Management remains responsible for selecting, implementing and approving corrective actions and accepting any residual risk.
No. The audit provides reasonable assurance within the agreed scope, assessment period, samples and evidence available.
Audit evidence is handled according to agreed confidentiality, access-control, encryption, retention and secure-destruction requirements. Codec Networks limits access to authorised personnel and seeks only information relevant to the approved audit scope.
It is an independent assessment of an NBFC’s IT governance, information security, cybersecurity, IT operations, IS audit, business continuity, disaster recovery and IT outsourcing controls against the applicable RBI requirements.
The service is relevant to RBI-registered NBFCs, including investment and credit companies, microfinance institutions, factors, infrastructure finance companies, core investment companies, account aggregators, P2P platforms, digital-lending NBFCs and other covered entities. Final applicability depends on the NBFC’s current category, regulatory layer, business activities and applicable RBI directions.
Guidelines permits an NBFC to use an internal audit team or an external agency with suitable IT/IS audit expertise where internal skills are inadequate. The circular does not independently mandate a CERT-In empaneled auditor for every NBFC audit. However, CERT-In empanelment may be required under another applicable direction, contractual requirement or defined audit scope.
As per Guidelines audit periodicity should be based on the NBFC’s size and operations and may be conducted at least annually. Current RBI directions, supervisory requirements, significant technology changes, major incidents or Board decisions may require additional or more frequent assessments.
No. The attached framework remains an important reference, but an audit conducted should also consider subsequent RBI directions, the NBFC Scale Based Regulation framework, entity-specific other applicable legal or regulatory requirements.
The scope may include:
- IT governance and Board oversight
- IT, information-security and cybersecurity policies
- Asset, access and privileged-access management
- Vulnerability, patch and incident management
- IT operations, change management and regulatory MIS
- BCP, disaster recovery and backup testing
- Cloud, outsourcing and third-party risk
- IS audit governance and previous-finding closure
Codec Networks follows an independent, risk-based and evidence-driven approach aligned with applicable CERT-In audit guidelines. Procedures may include document review, interviews, walkthroughs, observation, configuration validation, record inspection, sampling, reperformance and approved Computer-Assisted Audit Techniques.
The NBFC may need to provide applicable policies, risk registers, asset inventories, access records, system configurations, change tickets, vulnerability reports, incident records, backup and DR test results, committee minutes, regulatory reports, outsourcing contracts and previous audit-closure evidence.
No. VAPT, source-code review, exploitation, social engineering, red teaming or disruptive testing is included only when expressly agreed and separately authorised through written Rules of Engagement. A compliance audit does not automatically authorise intrusive technical testing.
The duration depends on the NBFC’s size, locations, systems, business complexity, outsourcing arrangements, scope and evidence readiness. The expected timeline, milestones and dependencies are defined after the initial scoping and applicability assessment.
Depending on the agreed scope, deliverables may include:
- Executive and Board-level summary
- Clause-wise compliance assessment
- Risk-rated observations
- Evidence and control-testing references
- Corrective-action recommendations
- Management action and remediation tracker
- Follow-up or closure-verification report
Findings are assessed using agreed criteria considering likelihood, business impact, regulatory significance, customer exposure, control effectiveness and pervasiveness. Observations may be classified as Critical, High, Moderate or Low.
Codec Networks may provide clarification and practical recommendations. Where separately included, it may also verify remediation and retest affected controls. Management remains responsible for selecting, implementing and approving corrective actions and accepting any residual risk.
No. The audit provides reasonable assurance within the agreed scope, assessment period, samples and evidence available.
Audit evidence is handled according to agreed confidentiality, access-control, encryption, retention and secure-destruction requirements. Codec Networks limits access to authorised personnel and seeks only information relevant to the approved audit scope.