The Urgent Need for SASE for OT Cybersecurity
To protect modern OT environments, which are now interconnected with IT networks, a new security model is essential. A Secure Access Service Edge (SASE) architecture is the solution, converging critical security functions like Zero Trust Network Access (ZTNA) and Firewall-as-a-Service (FWaaS) with SD-WAN into a single, cloud-native platform. This framework replaces outdated, perimeter-based security with a dynamic, identity-based ‘zero-trust’ model. It ensures every user and device request for OT assets is authenticated and authorised, providing granular, least-privileged access. SASE thus reduces the attack surface and secures critical infrastructure against sophisticated threats while supporting the flexibility required for modern industrial operations.
Our solution is engineered to counter the vulnerabilities introduced by this convergence, including:
Remote Access Risks:
The need for remote workers and third-party vendors to access your OT network from outside the facility can create insecure entry points.
Lateral Movement:
Malicious actors who breach your IT network can move laterally to your OT systems, causing physical damage or operational shutdowns.
Insider Threats:
Unauthorised access, whether malicious or accidental, by an employee or contractor can compromise critical systems.
Lack of Visibility:
Many legacy OT systems lack the modern security controls needed to detect threats that have moved from the IT network.
Did you know?
Three out of four OT organizations experienced at least one system intrusion in the past year.
2023 State of Operational Technology and Cybersecurity Report, Fortinet, May 24, 2023
Our Comprehensive Solution
We offer a robust portfolio of Fortinet products and services to create a seamless and secure environment for your IT and OT networks, including:
FortiSRA
Enables secure remote access for employees and third parties, protecting critical OT systems from unauthorized entry.
FortiAuthenticator
Provides centralised Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) and Single Sign-On (SSO) for granular user access control.
FortiToken
Provides an extra layer of security with hardware and software tokens, ensuring only authorized users can gain access.
Decades of Experience, Trusted by Industry
As a trusted expert in Operational Technology (OT), LKH Precicon brings over 40 years of experience in industrial automation. We understand the unique challenges of IT/OT convergence and are dedicated to helping businesses in Singapore, Malaysia, and Indonesia safeguard their critical infrastructure.
We are a proud and valued partner of Fortinet, delivering their world-class security solutions to the region.
Ready to Protect Your Business?
Our team of OT experts is ready to help you implement a robust Secure Access Solution tailored to your factory or industrial needs.
