ICS (Industrial Control Systems)

Specialized systems used to monitor and control physical infrastructure and industrial processes, increasingly targeted by sophisticated cyber threats.

Industrial Control Systems (ICS) encompass a broad range of control systems used in industrial production and critical infrastructure, including SCADA systems, Distributed Control Systems (DCS), and Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs). ICS environments manage physical processes in sectors such as energy, water, manufacturing, and transportation. As these systems become more connected to corporate networks and the internet, they face increasing exposure to cyber threats. Securing ICS requires specialized knowledge of operational technology (OT) protocols and the unique safety requirements of industrial environments. CyberUp24's Operational Technology Security practice addresses the unique challenges of protecting ICS environments.

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