Pilot study to evaluate the maturity of digital security in cuban organizations

Abstract

Digital disruption impacts all economic, social and environmental dimensions, giving rise to a new digitally intertwined system of the traditional economy with the digital economy. The expansion of connected devices and the acceleration of applications of IoT, blockchain, 5G, quantum and other technologies increases the attack surface, generates greater cybersecurity, data and privacy risks, and challenges traditional risk programs. This article aims to analyze the results of the digital security maturity self-assessment, of the pilot study carried out in organizations of the Central State Administration and Cuban companies, in the period between August 30, 2022 and June 7 2023. In the research process, theoretical, empirical and mathematical statistical methods were combined, with a mixed approach. The application of the model and the structured preliminary evaluation of digital maturity test, of the TETR4DIG digital transformation management technology, it allowed an analysis with a systemic and holistic approach, as demanded by the hyperconnected global economy. The digital maturity index in the digital security dimension was 50.0%, equivalent to an “initial” maturity level. The study has social relevance and practical implication, due to its contribution as a self-diagnosis tool and guide, providing useful information for decision-making in the process of elaboration and implementation of the Digital Transformation Policy and the 2030 Digital Agenda in Cuba, and for the digital strategy and approach of each organization.