Don’t miss your compliance deadline
The finalised Telecommunications security Code of Practice (COP) has been published and you may be aware of the changes that you need to make to comply to the Act; but you’re concerned about the time, expertise and resources needed. Or you may be starting from scratch.
Whatever your situation, NCC Group is here to help.
We’ve been working closely with our telecommunications clients, the regulator (Ofcom) and the wider telecommunications ecosystem to help prepare all parties for the roll out of this once in a lifetime shift in cyber security compliance.
Our helpful reference materials break down what the new laws mean in reality for Tier 1, 2 and 3 operators as well as those who are in the wider telecommunications supply chain.
We help simplify the TSA for you and explain not only what’s required but how achieving compliance proactively can be your competitive differentiator, act as an impetus for modernisation and create efficiencies across your operations.
Timeline and impact tiers outlined by Ofcom
- Tier 1 providers (those with annual revenue over £1bn) must implement the first batch of requirements by March 31, 2024.
- Tier 2 providers (with annual revenue over £50m) have another year, until March 31, 2025, except if they supply any part of their network or service to a Tier 1 provider, and for that part of their network and service, they need to work to the requirement deadlines of the Tier 1 provider.
- Tier 3 providers, including small businesses and micro enterprises, are not expected to follow the measures in the Code, except for networks or services they supply to higher tier providers. However, they may choose to adopt the measures included within the Code of Practice where these are appropriate and proportionate to their operation.
Important! These requirements and deadlines affect not only the providers but their suppliers, too. That means if you supply equipment or services to Tier 1 and Tier 2 providers, the clock is ticking for you, as providers will need to address measures related to their supply chain.
Download your compliance roadmap
This is the first step you can take to meet your compliance deadline on time. It’ll help you:
- Understand how the regulation will affect you and what penalties are involved
- Learn about the key challenges operators are currently dealing with
- Adopt a proactive approach to TSA compliance and embrace the new opportunities it may create for your business
Preparing for the TSA
Our webcast helps break down the UK Telecommunications (Security) Act (TSA), and what it means in reality for telecoms operators and those in their supply chain.
You’ll hear first-hand from the UK’s biggest operator, BT, and the key aspects they believe need to be considered when preparing for the TSA deadlines.
Speakers:
- Stuart Lyle, Senior Manager - Security Liaison & Industry Collaboration at BT Networks
- James Williams, Head of TMT Sectors at NCC Group
- Chris Proctor, Associate Director, Telecoms Practice at NCC Group
- Verona Hulse, UK Head of Public Affairs at NCC Group
Our blogs
The Telecommunications (Security) Act
Breaking Down the Basics
We aim to simplify the TSA and explain not only what’s required but how achieving compliance proactively can even be a competitive differentiator, making it something you’ll want to tackle ASAP rather than procrastinate.
Nearly a year on since the UK Telecommunications (Security) Act (TSA) was passed into law, the underpinning security framework finally went into effect on October 1, 2022, ushering in a bevy of new security requirements for public telecom providers.
The Telecommunications (Security) Act
An Opportunity to Build for the Future
As the deadline to meet the UK Telecoms (Security) Act (TSA) compliance looms large over the coming years, UK telecom providers are under pressure to ensure their systems and services are aligned with the TSA-related Code of Practice (CoP). But beyond mandatory compliance, there’s also a compelling business case for organisations to use the TSA as an opportunity to build more secure, resilient infrastructure.
The Telecommunications (Security) Act
Staying Ahead of the International Telecommunications Security Landscape
With the entire economies of the world’s leading countries dependent on secure, reliable telecoms for both critical national infrastructure (CNI) and commerce—and those essential services increasingly coming under attacks from threat actors—it’s no surprise governments seek to monitor and regulate the situation more closely.
Beyond just achieving required compliance now, meeting global security standards prepares telecom providers (and other companies) for growth down the road.
How we’re helping the Telecommunications sector – NCC Group’s TSA Cyber Security Review
Our market leading method follows a risk-based approach, defining an appropriate and prioritised programme of activity for assessing cyber maturity within your business.
Our TSA Cyber Security Review can be tailored to your requirements, by understanding the work that your organisation may already be undertaking and focusing on those areas where additional insight is required.
Don’t miss your compliance deadline.