Sector Coverage
Facility Types We Secure
Power Substations
Perimeter and access control for transmission and distribution substations.
Desalination Plants
Security for SWCC and WTTCO-operated water treatment and desalination facilities.
Solar & Renewable Parks
Wide-area perimeter security for utility-scale solar generation sites.
Control Centers
Access control and OT monitoring for regional grid and utility control rooms.
OT Risk
Why OT Security Matters Here
SCADA-Controlled Processes
Generation, transmission, and treatment processes are directly SCADA and PLC controlled.
Critical National Infrastructure
Power and water fall squarely within NCA's definition of critical national infrastructure.
IEC-61850 Networks
Substation automation networks require protocol-aware passive monitoring.
FAQ
Power, Utilities & Water - FAQ
Are power substations classified as critical national infrastructure under NCA rules?
Power generation, transmission, and distribution are commonly cited sectors falling under NCA's critical national infrastructure scope, meaning OTCC-1:2022 requirements typically apply to the OT/ICS environments operating these assets.
What protocol is most relevant for substation OT monitoring?
IEC 61850 is the dominant protocol standard for substation automation and protection communication, and OT monitoring for power facilities is typically engineered with IEC 61850-aware inspection alongside Modbus and DNP3 where legacy equipment is present.
Can perimeter security be deployed at remote, unmanned substations?
Yes. Remote substations commonly use a combination of PIR/microwave detection, thermal CCTV, and cellular or fiber backhaul to a central monitoring center, since these sites do not have permanent on-site security staff.
