Baku:Saudi Arabia's cybersecurity market has reached SAR16.3 billion in 2025, according to a report published by the National Cybersecurity Authority (NCA). The report, titled “Key Economic Indicators in the Cybersecurity Sector 2026,” highlights key metrics including market size, GDP contribution, and workforce statistics, indicating a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 10.7% between 2023 and 2025.
According to Saudi Press Agency, government spending on cybersecurity products and services reached approximately SAR5.1 billion, making up 31% of the market, while private sector expenditure was SAR11.2 billion, accounting for 69%. The cybersecurity sector's contribution to Saudi Arabia's GDP at current prices was approximately SAR20 billion in 2025, with a 13.2% CAGR during the same period. Direct contributions from cybersecurity providers amounted to SAR9.7 billion, while indirect contributions were SAR10.3 billion, representing 0.42% of the total GDP and 0.71% of non-oil GDP.
The report notes that the number of cybersecurity professionals in the Kingdom exceeded 22,000 in 2025, with a CAGR of 5.9% from 2023 to 2025. Women made up 33% of the workforce, surpassing the global average of 22%. Cybersecurity product spending was SAR8.3 billion, while services spending was SAR7.9 billion. High-demand products and services included endpoint security, network security, and cybersecurity operations solutions.
The growth of the cybersecurity market is driven by initiatives to enhance competitiveness, encourage investment, and foster innovation. The report results from a comprehensive study involving stakeholders from public and private sectors, academia, and cybersecurity professionals. It categorizes cybersecurity products and services across five main categories, aligning with global best practices.
The NCA, as the national authority on cybersecurity in Saudi Arabia, aims to enhance the Kingdom's cybersecurity posture, safeguarding vital interests and national security. It promotes sector growth and establishes necessary policies and standards to foster a resilient and secure cyberspace conducive to growth and prosperity.