OT Security and IoT Security: Safeguarding industry and connected systems.

Operational Technology (OT) and the Internet of Things (IoT) are central components of modern value creation, positioned outside traditional IT security. Due to increasing connectivity, OT and IoT systems are particularly vulnerable to cyberattacks. OT systems were originally designed for isolated production environments, but now face new security challenges with the advent of smart technologies such as cloud-connected assets. OT environments and IoT devices are becoming increasingly interconnected, yet they often lack robust security architecture. The result is outdated components, a growing attack surface, and significant damage in the event of an attack. New regulations aim to raise awareness and create mounting pressure for companies to act.

OT and IoT security form distinct yet closely interlinked pillars within Bechtle’s holistic IT security approach. Vulnerabilities in IoT components, such as remote maintenance gateways, can serve as entry points and compromise the security of OT environments directly. The focus is on industrial control systems, network infrastructures, and connected devices, which are secured at technical, organisational, and regulatory levels.

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Protection of business-critical assets.

Transparency across connected infrastructures.

Secure integration of new technologies.

Compliance with regulatory requirements.

Secure life cycle management.

Fulfilling regulatory requirements securely

Meeting regulatory requirements.

With increasing connectivity of systems, regulatory demands on OT and IoT security are also growing. Binding requirements such as the Cyber Resilience Act, NIS2, or the EU Machinery Regulation (EU) 2023/1230 compel organisations to act. These regulations require clear processes, technical safeguards and full traceability. Organisations are obliged to guarantee the security of connected systems throughout their entire lifecycle.

Cyber Resilience Act: What companies need to know now.

The Cyber Resilience Act is an EU regulation that defines minimum security requirements for digital products. It obliges manufacturers and operators to secure their systems throughout the entire lifecycle, report vulnerabilities, and provide regular updates.

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The first step: OT Security Assessment.

With the InduDefend OT Security Assessment, Bechtle holistically analyses the IT security of your OT environment. Weaknesses are identified, risks assessed and concrete recommendations for action derived – the ideal basis for creating transparency and implementing requirements such as the Cyber Resilience Act or NIS2 in a targeted manner.

Our services at a glance.

Network architecture and segmentation.

Implementing structured separation between control systems and IT networks, introducing Network Access Control (NAC).

Securing industrial control systems.

Risk-based analysis of SCADA, process control systems and PLCs, with tailored protective measures even in high-availability environments.

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Identifying attack surfaces and reducing vulnerabilities.
Through Attack Surface Management and Vulnerability Management.

Secure remote access.
Controlled, encrypted and fully traceable, integrating the latest technologies together with partners and vendors.

Secure IoT-cloud connectivity.
Protecting edge gateways and connected devices, supported by the Bechtle Secure Edge Gateway.

What is the Bechtle Secure Edge Gateway?

Developed together with globally renowned embedded hardware security experts from defence and banking, the Bechtle Secure Edge Gateway (BSEG) minimises attack vectors by using a microkernel-based operating system. It is equipped with both TPM and PKI modules, enabling seamless authentication and ensuring compliance with the CRA. In addition to maximum security, it offers zero-touch deployment and long-term lifecycle management. Security by design.

Detecting and responding to threats: Bechtle Cyber Defence Centre (CDC).

The Bechtle CDC detects attacks in real time, automatically analyses suspicious activities and initiates coordinated countermeasures. This provides organisations with a central protective instance for OT and IoT systems – continuous and scalable.

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