Athens, Greece – ISACA, a global association advancing individuals and organizations in the pursuit of digital trust and DEPA Group of Companies. announced a strategic partnership to promote digital trust and resilience within DEPA Group of Companies operations and its relationships with clients, suppliers, partners, and the broader regional energy market.
ISACA, with a presence in 188 countries, including more than 228 chapters, 45 of which are established in Europe, and with the expertise of its 460,000 engaged professionals in information and cybersecurity, governance, assurance, risk, privacy and innovation, supports governments, industries and individuals in establishing digital trust workforce, providing training, certifications, frameworks and good practices in the areas of Cybersecurity, Audit, Risk, Governance of Digital Technology, Quality and Business Process improvement (CMMI) and Privacy.
DEPA is a leading Greek company active in the energy sector, specifically focused on the supply and trading of natural gas and electricity. It plays a significant role in the import of natural gas into Greece, via pipelines or by ships LNG (liquefied natural gas). The company also participates in significant international energy infrastructure projects, such as the floating storage and regasification LNG terminal in Alexandroupolis, Greece. DEPA now handles wholesale and retail gas supply, electricity trading, and even alternative fuel solutions like compressed natural gas for vehicles. Recently, DEPA has shifted focus towards renewable energy, thus contributing to the country’s renewable energy transition.
“Digital technologies play a key role in the energy sector, providing opportunities for innovation, efficiencies and increased levels of resilience,” says Chris Dimitriadis, ISACA Chief Global Strategy Officer. “The safe adoption of digital technologies require a trained workforce of digital trust professionals who have a holistic view on digital ecosystems and who are able to manage risks and embrace innovation, ensuring compliance at the same time, especially in light of NIS 2 in Europe. ISACA is looking forward to working with DEPA Group of Companies in order to strengthen its digital trust workforce and contribute to the resilience of the energy sector in the region".
Commenting on the collaboration, Konstantinos Xifaras, CEO of DEPA Group of Companies, stated:
"At DEPA Group of Companies, we are committed to leveraging digital technologies to continuously improve our operations and services. This MoU with ISACA represents a significant milestone in strengthening our workforce's capabilities in digital trust. This collaboration underscores the commitment of both organizations to advancing digital resilience and trust as critical components of the modern energy landscape".
To learn more about ISACA and the cybersecurity resources and best practice it offers, visit www.isaca.org.
About ISACA
ISACA® (www.isaca.org) is a global community advancing individuals and organizations in their pursuit of digital trust. For more than 50 years, ISACA has equipped individuals and enterprises with the knowledge, credentials, education, training and community to progress their careers, transform their organizations, and build a more trusted and ethical digital world. ISACA is a global professional association and learning organization that leverages the expertise of its 180,000+ members who work in digital trust fields such as information security, governance, assurance, risk, privacy and quality. It has a presence in 188 countries, including 228 chapters worldwide. Through the ISACA Foundation, ISACA supports IT education and career pathways for under resourced and underrepresented populations.
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About DEPA
DEPA Commercial S.A. is a leading energy group driving Greece’s economic growth and energy transition. For over three decades, DEPA has been a pioneer in natural gas, supporting the shift to a greener and more sustainable economy.
With a strong focus on sustainability and innovation, DEPA operates across the entire energy value chain, from production to retail. The company invests in renewable energy sources (RES), biomethane, and hydrogen, advancing green energy production and sustainable waste management.
Through projects like photovoltaic parks and Greece's first compressed biomethane production unit, DEPA promotes clean energy solutions. Committed to shaping a cleaner and safer energy future, DEPA continues to drive sustainability and innovation in the energy sector.
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