Albania has ranked first in the world in the National Cyber Security Index (NCSI), achieving a score of 98.33 points and placing the country at the top of the global ranking for the development of national cybersecurity capabilities.

This position marks a significant and sustained improvement in the international ranking—from 54th place in 2023 to 15th place in 2025, and now to first place globally.

The National Cyber Security Index assesses countries’ capacities to prevent and manage cyber risks, protect essential services, respond to cyber incidents, develop national policies and strategies, advance education and professional development, and strengthen international cooperation.

Albania’s score reflects the progress achieved in strengthening its legal and strategic framework, consolidating the responsible institutions, developing national institutional and professional capacities, and improving mechanisms for coordination, prevention, and response to cyber threats.

This ranking also reflects the continued work of the National Authority for Cyber Security to enhance the resilience of critical and important information infrastructures, strengthen national and international cooperation, and foster a secure and resilient cybersecurity ecosystem.

Albania’s first-place ranking confirms the country’s progress in cybersecurity and the alignment of its national capabilities with international standards and best practices.

Report link: https://ncsi.ega.ee/country/al/

Of the total number of attempted attacks, 54% targeted important information infrastructures, while 46% targeted critical information infrastructures.

The attacks were directed at a wide range of sectors, including the financial sector, public administration, digital infrastructure, the energy sector, and other key industries.

The National Cyber Security Authority (AKSK) continues to monitor cyber threats on an ongoing basis and strengthen protective measures to enhance the resilience and security of the country’s information infrastructures.

The ICCSW is led by the UK Department for Science, Innovation and Technology (DSIT) and brings together governments and organizations working to build and sustain a skilled and resilient cybersecurity workforce.

The coalition’s work focuses on developing a common terminology for professional skills, sharing best practices, defining minimum quality standards for cybersecurity professionals, and enhancing interoperability among national cybersecurity workforce frameworks.

Albania’s membership in the ICCSW supports the Albanian Government’s vision of positioning the country as a regional hub of knowledge and expertise in cybersecurity. Through this cooperation, Albania will contribute to the development of shared international approaches and standards, exchange expertise with member states, and strengthen the preparedness and professional development of Albanian cybersecurity specialists.

In his remarks, NCSA Director General Bledar Kazia commended the cooperation with Critical and Important Information Infrastructures and their role in enhancing the country’s cybersecurity posture. He emphasized that, in the face of an ever-evolving threat landscape, incident reporting, continuous communication, and coordinated response remain key elements in protecting critical infrastructures.

The meeting also addressed the Authority’s priorities for the upcoming period, including strengthening monitoring capabilities, establishing sectoral CSIRTs, and providing continuous support to critical and important infrastructures through audits, security testing, and capacity-building training activities.

The meeting served as a platform for dialogue to address shared challenges and further strengthen cooperation towards a safer and more resilient digital environment.

NCSA extends its appreciation to DCAF for its continued support and partnership in strengthening national cybersecurity capacities.

In this context, AKSK signed a cooperation agreement with the Faculty of Information Technology at Aleksandër Moisiu University of Durrës (UAMD), with the aim of establishing a sustainable partnership in education, training, scientific research, and the professional development of students.

This partnership creates opportunities for the implementation of practical activities, training programmes, and joint initiatives focused on strengthening students’ knowledge, developing their professional skills, and preparing them to address the challenges of cybersecurity.

The meeting focused on the steps that can be taken to translate this cooperation into concrete actions, including the organization of meetings between AKSK experts and their Spanish counterparts, with the aim of identifying areas of mutual interest and fostering closer collaboration in cybersecurity.