We aim to raise the expertise of independent Assessors and to standardise the CSP assessment methodology for a better alignment of the assessment scope and costs. This certification programme is available to:
- external assessors (working for assessments companies) and providing assessment to Swift users
- internal assessors (working at Swift Customers) and providing assessment for the BICs in their traffic hierarchy
Specific report templates and effort estimates for standardisation and cost containment are available, ensuring the reliability and credibility of assessments. Swift CSP certified assessors will be subject to service monitoring by Swift.
A certification track is offered for both independent external and internal assessments.
Participation to the Assessor Certification programme is optional for assessment companies. Swift users can still opt to non-certified assessors (external or internal) to perform their assessments.
Discover the benefits of being a Certified External Assessor
Discover the benefits of being a Certified Internal Assessor
Distinctions between CSP certification Programmes for External and Internal Assessors
| Topic | External CSP Assessor Certification | Internal CSP Assessor Certification |
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| Who can apply | External Assessment companies to certify their assessors | Institutions activated on the Swift network with a live BIC to certify their internal staff |
| Goal | Provide external assessments performed by assessors certified by Swift, to any Swift user | Provide internal assessment performed by internal assessors certified by Swift, to any BICs in the same legal hierarchy |
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| Publication in a dedicated directory on swift.com |
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| Issuance Swift label |
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Why choose a Swift Certified Assessor?
Choosing a Certified Assessor is optional. Swift users can still opt to non-certified assessors (external or internal) to perform their assessments.
Benefits for the Swift Community
- Strengthened Security Ecosystem: By implementing the Swift CSP Assessor certification, Swift further strengthens the security ecosystem surrounding its financial messaging services. Swift CSP Assessment Providers and certified Assessors contribute to the overall security of Swift users, reducing the risk of potential vulnerabilities and safeguarding the integrity of transactions.
- Enhanced Collaboration and Partnership: Swift's launch of Swift CSP Assessor certification fosters closer collaboration with Swift CSP Assessment Providers, creating a mutually beneficial relationship. Swift can leverage the expertise of certified Assessors, gaining insights and industry intelligence that can support the continuous improvement of its security framework.
- Streamlined Oversight and Service monitoring: With a certified pool of Assessors, Swift can streamline the oversight and quality assurance processes. The programme establishes clear criteria for assessing the providers' capabilities and ensures ongoing compliance.
Swift CSP Certified Assessors directory
Consult the directory to find an assessment company with certified assessors.
Find out more as a CSP Assessment Provider
As an external assessment company, discover how to certify your assessors.
Find out more as a CSP Internal Certified Assessor
As a Swift customer, discover how to certify your internal staff.
