Internal Network Security Monitoring for Utilities
Internal Network Security Monitoring (INSM) is transforming how electric utilities protect critical infrastructure. With NERC CIP-015 requirements and evolving cyber threats, INSM provides essential visibility into trusted network zones while supporting regulatory compliance and operational resilience.
Begin with a comprehensive industrial cyber risk assessment guide that identifies all OT assets, evaluates current security controls, and maps potential threat vectors. The SANS 5 Critical Controls provide an excellent starting framework for prioritizing security investments.
Industrial systems prioritize availability and safety over confidentiality, operate on different protocols, and requires unique strategies outside of “patch immediately.” OT cyber risk management must account for operational impact, safety consequences, and regulatory compliance specific to industrial environments.
Industrial systems prioritize availability and safety over confidentiality, operate on different protocols, and requires unique strategies outside of “patch immediately.” OT cyber risk management must account for operational impact, safety consequences, and regulatory compliance specific to industrial environments.
Insurance providers recognize that robust operational technology security programs significantly reduce claim likelihood and severity. Visibility, threat detection, and preparedness have measurable risk-reduction that can be taken into account when determining coverage, regulatory compliance, and legal considerations.
Industrial-specific threat intelligence helps organizations understand adversary tactics targeting their sector, prioritize vulnerabilities based on active threats, and implement proactive defenses rather than reactive measures.
Choose solutions that have functionality proven to reduce risk. Strong incident response capabilities with insurance industry recognition; real-time OT asset visibility, advanced threat detection specific to industrial protocols, actionable threat intelligence, and risk-based vulnerability management.
