The Israel National Cyber Directorate (INCD) is the national security and technological agency responsible for defending Israel’s national cyberspace and for establishing and advancing Israel’s cyber power. The Directorate operates at the national level to constantly strengthen the defense of organizations and citizens, prevent and handle cyberattacks, and strengthen emergency response capabilities. As part of its roles, INCD advances innovative and forward-looking cyber solutions, formulates strategies and policies in the national and international arenas, and develops its cyber manpower. INCD strives to maintain a protected, safe, and open cyberspace for all of Israel’s citizens and to facilitate the State of Israel’s growth and power base.
INCD’s vision is a trustworthy and secure digital space that enables all the advantages of a connected and prosperous world. Its mission is a joint national effort to protect Israel’s cyberspace, ensuring that the public and organizations have digital trust in processes and technology. INCD is the state body in charge of defending Israel’s national cyberspace from cyber threats and of promoting and establishing Israel’s capabilities in the field.
INCD leads national efforts to defend cyberspace by preventing, detecting, identifying, and responding to cyberattacks at the national level. It works to strengthen resilience by preparing and enabling the Israeli private sector and the general public to protect themselves from cyber threats through the adoption of cyber-secure technologies, the publication of best practices, personnel training, and increased awareness. In parallel, INCD works to establish and reinforce the cyber science and technology base by developing high-quality human capital, supporting advanced academic research, conducting deep technological R&D, and fostering the cyber industry.
INCD also promotes Israel’s international cyber posture by positioning the State of Israel as a world leader in cyber, strengthening its defense, economic resilience, and international standing through international collaboration, capacity building, and engagement in multilateral processes. In addition, INCD designs and formulates national cyber strategy and policy in Israel and internationally, serving as a focal point of knowledge and professional authority in the field and as an advisor to the Prime Minister and the Government of Israel.