Wednesday, 1st April 2026

Riphah International University proudly announces a significant achievement as the Riphah Institute of Systems Engineering (RISE), in joint venture with Myson Engineering System, has been officially registered with the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) as a Category 1 Cyber Security Audit Firm.

This prestigious recognition positions RISE as the only currently active firm in Category 1, enabling it to conduct cyber security audits for over 800 companies across Pakistan. The registration marks a major step forward in strengthening national cyber security infrastructure and enhancing industry compliance with regulatory standards.

Following this milestone, RISE has already begun receiving audit requests from multiple organizations, reflecting strong industry confidence in its technical expertise and professional capabilities.

This achievement is the result of the dedicated efforts of the RISE team, including Dr. Saad Zafar, Obaid ur Rehman, and Humayun Raza, whose commitment and expertise played a key role in securing this recognition.

The accomplishment underscores Riphah International University’s growing role in cyber security, engineering innovation, and industry collaboration, further strengthening its position as a contributor to Pakistan’s digital transformation and technological advancement.