Kathmandu – In response to the growing complexities and threats in the digital landscape, Siddhartha Bank hosted a comprehensive Cybersecurity Awareness Program for its managerial-level staff on June 11, 2025. The initiative was organized in collaboration with Genese Solution, a leading cybersecurity and digital transformation firm with a strong global and regional presence.

The workshop was led by Niranjan Kunwar, Global Chief Technical Officer (CTO) and Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) at Genese Solution, who brings over two decades of international experience in cybersecurity and IT leadership. With an audience comprising senior managers and decision-makers, the session focused on helping leadership understand cybersecurity not just as a technical requirement, but as a business-critical priority.

“Cybersecurity today is a strategic imperative. It’s no longer just about IT – it’s about business continuity, trust, and resilience,” said Mr. Kunwar during the session.

The three-hour workshop covered a wide range of topics, including:

● The operational and financial impact of threats like ransomware, phishing, insider risks, and supply chain vulnerabilities.

● Notable real-world breaches, such as the Laxmi Sunrise Capital incident and the global CrowdStrike outage.

● Compliance frameworks relevant to the banking sector, including NRB directives, ISO 27001, NIST CSF, and PCI DSS.

● The role of leadership in fostering a security-first culture and strengthening incident response practices.

● Personal digital hygiene and proactive strategies to mitigate social engineering attacks.

Through interactive polls, real-time quizzes, and case-based discussions, the session emphasized the vital role of people in cybersecurity positioning managers as both risk mitigators and change agents within their departments. The workshop concluded with actionable guidance on building a cyber-resilient organization by aligning people, processes, and technology in an integrated and sustainable manner.

This initiative reflects Siddhartha Bank’s continued commitment to digital resilience and proactive governance in an increasingly volatile cyber environment, a press statement said.