BAKU, Azerbaijan, September 21, 2026 (EZ Newswire) -- AzInTelecom LLC, a part of AZCON Holding, has been elected an official member of FIRST (Forum of Incident Response and Security Teams), marking a strategic step in the development of Azerbaijan’s cybersecurity ecosystem and the formation of sectoral CERT structures.
As a result, AzInTelecom has been recognized by FIRST as the sectoral Computer Incident Response Center for Azerbaijan's transport sector and has been granted "Transport CERT" team status. As part of the membership process, the team's activities were assessed in accordance with the SIM3 (Security Incident Management Maturity Model), and its compliance with international standards was confirmed based on an on-site assessment.
The membership reflects the continued expansion of the sectoral cyberdefense model established in the country, following a similar step taken earlier by Azercell in its own sector.
This status enables AzInTelecom to coordinate with international partners on responding to cyberattacks originating from abroad, exchange cyber threat intelligence via the MISP platform, and take part in FIRST's voting process and working groups. The status covers cybersecurity processes for transport-related government organizations through a centralized hub.
Membership in FIRST confirms that the company's cybersecurity practices meet the organization's international standards.
AzInTelecom's activities are aligned with the Information Security and Cybersecurity Strategy of the Republic of Azerbaijan for 2023–2027. The company said it will continue to expand its cybersecurity capabilities and international partnerships.
About AzInTelecom
AzInTelecom LLC, operating under the Azerbaijan Transport and Communications Holding (AZCON), is one of the leading technology companies in the Caucasus region , providing a wide range of advanced digital solutions, including cloud infrastructure, next-generation digital signature and identity services, business-oriented digital platforms, and cybersecurity solutions. Through its operations, the company enhances digital resilience and institutional efficiency for its customers while supporting the sustainable development of the country’s digital ecosystem. For more information, visit azintelecom.az.
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