Partnership That Delivers Holistic Security
Embriq collaborates with Secure-NOK, a leading player in OT security for critical infrastructure, to strengthen the security of your IT and OT environments. Together, we deliver a comprehensive solution that identifies vulnerabilities and enables effective threat management. Nina Hesby Tvedt, CCO at Secure-NOK, points out that OT security remains an underestimated area for many businesses.
“We find vulnerabilities in nearly every OT environment we analyze. Many companies believe they’re in control, but when we conduct an assessment, we often uncover open doors—accessible to both employees and attackers without detection,” says Nina.
An Invisible Risk Landscape
Unlike IT systems, which often have a clear network structure and multiple layers of protection, OT systems are typically not designed for continuous security updates. This makes it challenging to maintain secure production environments.
“Production equipment may have a lifespan of 20 years or more. Many companies operate with a mixed environment of legacy and modern production equipment, with varying degrees of protection. In many cases, the necessary security expertise to manage this environment safely is lacking,” Nina explains.
Without specialized knowledge of the differences between IT and OT, it’s difficult to gain full visibility or build a unified security strategy. This gap opens the door to serious vulnerabilities that often go undetected—until it’s too late.
“We’ve seen cases where OT equipment was directly searchable from the internet. These weaknesses are gold for cybercriminals,” Nina adds.
While IT attacks are often noticed quickly due to downtime or data breaches, OT attacks tend to be more insidious. It’s often only when production halts that the damage becomes evident. Our security solutions include sensors and monitoring that detect deviations from normal behavior—giving you a chance to respond before the attacker gains a foothold.
A Constant Threat—Now and in the Future
Even though newer OT systems are being designed with stronger security features, older equipment will remain in operation for many years to come. And no matter how advanced modern mechanisms become, someone will always attempt to breach them in new ways.
“It’s a constant cat-and-mouse game. That’s why security must be monitored continuously—not just once, but all the time. That’s the only way to truly stay in control,” says Nina.
Act Before the Crisis Hits
Many leaders delay security assessments because they fear what they’ll find. According to Nina, this is a dangerous approach.
“We often meet IT leaders who have a gut feeling that something’s wrong, but hesitate to take the first step. Our advice is: dare to begin the assessment and gain visibility. Only then can you take targeted action without it costing a fortune,” she concludes.
Total Control of Your IT and OT Security
Ove Konestabo, Security Advisor at Embriq, emphasizes that the current threat landscape makes it more important than ever to have full control over both IT and OT security.
“Cyberattacks have become a much bigger problem than before, and there is every reason to protect yourself. The consequences can include losses in the hundreds of millions, reputational damage, or in the worst case—bankruptcy,” he warns.
Embriq Closes Your Security Gaps
Embriq identifies and eliminates your security vulnerabilities. We offer a comprehensive security approach that covers both IT and OT systems, including the protection of production systems and operational technologies critical to your business.
“By choosing Embriq as your end-to-end IT services provider, you gain control over your production environment and get the protection you need—24/7, 365 days a year,” Ove concludes.
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