NTO Automation launches new department within IT and OT security
Horsens – November 11, 2024
With a new division focused on industrial IT security, NTO Automation is strengthening its value creation for companies that need protection for critical digital and operational activities.
NTO has over 40 years of experience in automation and extensive knowledge of SCADA and PLC systems. With automation as its core business, NTO's IT department has gradually specialized in OT security and has carried out projects in factories and production processes where industrial security has been a key parameter. "Most IT departments don't think much about the fact that when a programmer sits down and programs a PLC, they can potentially hack into the IT system that way," says Kurt Nordholt, Key Account Manager at NTO Automation.
The new department is being established to consolidate and strengthen existing activities and is part of NTO's strategic effort to meet the growing need for protection against digital and operational threats.
NTO will provide analysis and advice on securing OT networks and implementing security measures such as DMZ layers that separate customers' OT and IT networks. The department also aims to help customers comply with new EU legislation in this area – specifically NIS2 compliance. NIS2 imposes stricter requirements on companies regarding the protection of both IT and OT systems. NTO's new department will help customers meet these requirements through a holistic approach to security that covers both digital and operational assets. Jan Marek has been appointed head of the new department.
Jan has many years of experience in IT and OT security and was previously CTO at INIT Denmark and CIO at Picca Automation, where he gained expertise in cloud solutions, cybersecurity, and industrial control systems.
Key areas of the department:
• Enhanced risk management: The department helps companies identify and remedy vulnerabilities in their IT and OT systems to ensure continuous operation and reduce the risk of downtime.
• NIS2 compliance: The department can assist customers in meeting the strict requirements of NIS2 legislation.
• End-to-end security: NTO Automation focuses on covering the entire spectrum of IT and OT security to deliver a complete solution that protects both industrial processes and digital assets.
With this expansion, NTO Automation strengthens its position as a leading supplier of automation and safety solutions for industry.
