ISECURION delivers the mandatory annual SEBI CSCRF cybersecurity audit for stock brokers, depositories, AMCs, clearing corporations, portfolio managers, RTAs, KRAs, and all SEBI regulated entities - conducted by CERT-In empanelled auditors with deep SEBI compliance expertise. Offices in Bangalore and Kolkata. Serving clients pan-India.
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India's capital markets handle trillions of rupees in daily trades. Stock exchanges, brokers, depositories, and fund managers operate systems where a single cybersecurity failure can cascade into market disruption, investor data breaches, and severe regulatory consequences. SEBI introduced the Cybersecurity and Cyber Resilience Framework (CSCRF) to ensure all regulated entities maintain a baseline of cybersecurity controls, audit readiness, and incident response capability.
A SEBI CSCRF audit is not just an annual checkbox - it is your organization's documented proof to SEBI that your trading systems, investor data, and market infrastructure are secured against evolving cyber threats. At ISECURION, we combine deep SEBI regulatory knowledge with hands-on technical cybersecurity expertise to deliver audits that are both submission-ready and genuinely security-improving.
Our CERT-In empanelled auditors work with stock brokers in Mumbai, AMCs in Bangalore and Delhi, depositories in Mumbai and Kolkata, RTAs across India - bringing consistent, thorough, and SEBI-aligned audit methodology to every engagement. With offices in Bangalore and Kolkata, we deliver on-site or remote CSCRF audits across India's major financial centres.
Annual CSCRF audit is mandatory for all SEBI regulated entities - non-compliance invites penalties and adverse regulatory observations from SEBI inspections
Trading platforms, clearing systems, and demat accounts handle sensitive financial data demanding the highest security standards
CSCRF compliance demonstrates to your investors and regulators that your organization takes data security and cyber resilience seriously
A thorough gap assessment before your audit deadline lets you remediate issues proactively rather than facing SEBI observations
CSCRF requirements for DR, BCP, and incident response ensure markets keep running even during cyber incidents
Every entity registered with SEBI is required to undergo an annual CSCRF cybersecurity audit by a CERT-In empanelled auditor - across Bangalore, Mumbai, Kolkata, Delhi, and all of India
NSE, BSE, and clearing corporations - highest criticality Qualified REs under CSCRF. Mumbai-based market infrastructure entities.
CDSL, NSDL, and depository participants managing demat accounts and securities records across India
Trading members in Mumbai, Delhi, Bangalore & Kolkata - platforms processing millions of orders across equity, F&O, and currency
Asset Management Companies in Mumbai, Bangalore, and Delhi managing investor folios, NAV systems, and fund operations
SEBI registered PMS and IA firms handling client portfolios and investment recommendations
Registrars, KYC agencies, research analysts, merchant bankers, and all other SEBI registered intermediaries
If your organization is registered with SEBI in any capacity, an annual CSCRF cybersecurity audit is mandatory. ISECURION audits entities across all SEBI registration categories, from Mumbai's financial district to Bangalore's fintech ecosystem and Kolkata's trading community.
Check Your CSCRF Audit RequirementISECURION audits your cybersecurity posture across all five CSCRF pillars - ensuring complete framework coverage for SEBI compliance
Asset inventory, risk assessment, supply chain risk, and governance framework documentation. We evaluate whether your entity maintains a current, accurate view of all IT assets, data flows, and associated risks - a common gap for Bangalore and Mumbai-based stock brokers.
Access controls, MFA, data encryption, network segmentation, secure configuration, and security awareness. We validate protective controls are implemented and operating effectively across trading and back-office systems.
24×7 SOC monitoring, SIEM integration, anomaly detection, and log management. We assess whether your entity can detect threats in real time and maintain audit-ready log retention (minimum 2 years as mandated by SEBI).
Incident response plan, escalation procedures, SEBI breach notification process, and communication protocols. We verify your response playbook is documented, tested, and aligned with SEBI's reporting timelines.
Business continuity plan, disaster recovery testing, RTO/RPO validation, and backup integrity checks. We assess whether your entity can restore trading operations and investor services within SEBI-mandated recovery timelines.
Assessment of technology vendors, cloud providers, and outsourced service providers. Any vendor processing SEBI-regulated data or interfacing with trading infrastructure must meet CSCRF security standards.
Understanding how SEBI CSCRF relates to other frameworks your organization may already follow
| Dimension | SEBI CSCRF | ISO 27001 | CERT-In Guidelines |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mandatory? | ✅ Yes - all SEBI regulated entities | ❌ Voluntary (unless contractually required) | ✅ Yes - for CERT-In empanelled entities and incident reporting |
| Audit Frequency | Annual (mandatory) | 3-year certification cycle with annual surveillance | Incident-triggered reporting (6-hour rule) |
| Auditor Requirement | CERT-In empanelled only | Accredited ISO 27001 certification body | CERT-In empanelled organizations |
| Framework Structure | 5 pillars: Identify, Protect, Detect, Respond, Recover | Annex A controls (93 controls in ISO 27001:2022) | Circular-based requirements and guidelines |
| Scope | SEBI-specific: trading, market data, investor systems | Organization-wide ISMS | All organizations in India operating critical digital infrastructure |
| VAPT Required? | ✅ Yes - annual mandatory | Recommended (not mandated) | ✅ Yes - required for empanelled auditors |
| Can ISO 27001 replace CSCRF? | No. ISO 27001 certification provides a strong security foundation and significant overlap, but does not substitute the mandatory SEBI CSCRF annual audit. ISECURION aligns both assessments to maximise efficiency and minimise duplication for entities in Bangalore, Mumbai, Kolkata and across India. | ||
Complete technical and governance coverage across all CSCRF-mandated domains - for SEBI regulated entities across India
Evaluate cybersecurity policy, IT security strategy, board-level accountability, and governance mechanisms aligned with SEBI CSCRF expectations
Assess firewalls, routers, network segmentation, DMZ architecture, VPNs, and cloud infrastructure supporting trading and back-office systems
Mandatory annual VAPT of trading platforms, web and mobile applications, APIs, and infrastructure - as required under SEBI CSCRF. Conducted by CERT-In empanelled security engineers.
Review privileged access management, MFA implementation for critical systems, role-based access controls, and segregation of duties
Validate encryption of investor data, market data, and trade records at rest and in transit - including backup encryption and KYC data protection
Assess 24×7 SOC readiness, SIEM deployment, alert management, and log retention - SEBI mandates minimum 2-year log retention for all regulated entities
Validate BCP documentation, DR drill records, RTO/RPO testing, and failover mechanisms for trading and investor services
Evaluate vendor security controls, technology service provider agreements, and CSCRF compliance of critical third parties and cloud providers
Map all findings to SEBI CSCRF requirements and prepare a SEBI submission-ready evidence pack, compliance certificate, and board-level report
ISECURION provides CERT-In empanelled SEBI CSCRF audits across all major Indian financial centres - with physical offices in Bangalore and Kolkata
ISECURION's headquarters is in JP Nagar, Bangalore (Bengaluru). We serve Bangalore-based stock brokers, AMCs, fintech firms, portfolio managers, and SEBI regulated entities across Karnataka. Our Bangalore team delivers on-site CSCRF audits, VAPT, and SEBI compliance services.
Mumbai is India's financial capital - home to NSE, BSE, SEBI headquarters, and hundreds of SEBI regulated entities. ISECURION serves Mumbai-based stock exchanges, clearing corporations, depositories, stock brokers, and AMCs with CERT-In empanelled CSCRF audit services delivered on-site or remotely.
ISECURION has a branch office in Salt Lake, Kolkata. We serve Kolkata-based stock brokers, trading members, RTAs, and SEBI regulated entities across West Bengal and Eastern India. Our Kolkata team provides on-site CSCRF audits, VAPT, and regulatory compliance services.
Delhi NCR hosts a large cluster of investment advisers, portfolio managers, AMCs, and stock brokers regulated by SEBI. ISECURION delivers CERT-In empanelled CSCRF audits for Delhi and NCR-based SEBI entities with remote and on-site engagement options.
Hyderabad's growing fintech and BFSI ecosystem includes SEBI-registered brokers, RTAs, and fund houses. ISECURION provides CSCRF audit services for Hyderabad-based SEBI entities, including remote VAPT and SEBI submission support.
ISECURION delivers SEBI CSCRF audit services across India - Chennai, Pune, Ahmedabad, Jaipur, and any city where SEBI regulated entities operate. Our remote audit methodology ensures full CSCRF compliance regardless of your location.
A structured, end-to-end process designed to make your entity audit-ready, SEBI-compliant, and genuinely secure
Understand your SEBI registration category, identify in-scope systems, set audit timeline, and define the evidence collection plan based on your entity type and infrastructure complexity - whether you are a Bangalore-based AMC, Mumbai stock broker, or Kolkata RTA
Evaluate your current policies, controls, and systems against all five CSCRF pillars - identifying gaps before the formal audit so you have time to remediate and avoid adverse SEBI observations
Review cybersecurity policy, IT SOPs, incident response plans, BCP/DR documentation, vendor agreements, and access management records for SEBI CSCRF alignment
Conduct mandatory VAPT of trading platforms, APIs, web applications, mobile apps, and network infrastructure. Validate SOC controls, SIEM rules, and log retention configurations - meeting SEBI's mandatory annual VAPT requirement
Verify that security controls are effective in practice - MFA functioning, encryption implemented, access reviews conducted, DR drills tested - not just documented in policies
Provide prioritized remediation guidance for all identified gaps. Our team supports your IT team in closing critical issues before the final compliance report is issued - helping you avoid regulatory penalties
Deliver a comprehensive CSCRF audit report, executive summary, risk register, gap analysis, and compliance evidence pack - all formatted for SEBI submission and board presentation
Everything your SEBI regulated entity needs for SEBI submission, board reporting, and ongoing compliance
Detailed audit findings mapped to all five CSCRF pillars, with risk ratings and control effectiveness assessment - formatted for SEBI submission
Board-ready overview of compliance posture, key risks, and remediation priorities - suitable for SEBI regulatory review
Prioritized list of gaps with recommended controls, remediation steps, and timelines - actionable, not just a checklist
Comprehensive register of identified vulnerabilities with risk ratings, likelihood, and business impact assessments
Complete documentation package formatted for SEBI submission - includes VAPT report, policy review evidence, and audit certificate from CERT-In empanelled auditor
Post-audit support to verify remediation actions and re-test controls before SEBI submission deadline - closing all critical gaps
Comprehensive security improvements across all critical SEBI regulated entity infrastructure
Trading Platform Security
Order management systems, trading APIs, and exchange connectivity
Identity & Access Management
MFA, privileged access, role-based access controls
Investor Data Protection
Encryption, data classification, and KYC data security
24×7 SOC & Monitoring
SIEM, threat detection, anomaly alerting
Log Management
2-year log retention, audit trail integrity per SEBI mandate
Business Continuity
DR testing, RTO/RPO validation, backup integrity
Vendor Risk Management
Third-party security, outsourcing controls, cloud provider assessment
ISO 27001 Alignment
Leverage existing certifications for CSCRF efficiency and reduce audit duplication
India's capital market entities trust ISECURION - from Mumbai's Dalal Street to Bangalore's fintech ecosystem and Kolkata's trading community
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Partner with ISECURION - CERT-In empanelled, ISO 27001:2022 certified - for a CSCRF audit that is thorough, SEBI submission-ready, and genuinely improves your security posture.
Serving stock brokers, AMCs, depositories, RTAs & all SEBI regulated entities in Bangalore, Mumbai, Kolkata, Delhi, Hyderabad, Chennai and across India.