02 · IoT & OT # IoT & OT Cybersecurity Tailored consulting that secures your ecosystem of connected devices, networks and industrial systems, from sensors to SCADA. ## What’s included ### IoT & OT cybersecurity strategy A cybersecurity strategy built specifically for IoT and OT environments, covering connected devices, networks and industrial control systems. ### Regulatory compliance for IoT/OT - Compliance with standards such as NIST SP 800-82, ISA/IEC 62443 and GDPR. - Compliance frameworks aligned with national and international best practice. ### IoT & OT vulnerability scanning - Continuous scanning of connected devices and OT systems, including control systems, sensors and actuators. - Unpatched devices, insecure channels and misconfigurations found before they lead to breaches. ### Wireless & network security testing - Testing of wireless networks common in IoT, such as Wi-Fi, Zigbee and LoRaWAN. - Review of protocols and configurations across interconnected industrial networks. ### Risk assessment for IoT/OT - In-depth assessments of devices, sensors, networks and OT systems such as SCADA and PLCs. - Threats like unauthorised access, data breaches and malware identified across IoT and OT. ### IoT/OT incident response - Response plans designed for IoT and OT environments. - Rapid recovery and forensics for OT incidents, including attacks on critical infrastructure. ### Penetration testing for IoT/OT - Ethical hacking of firmware, communication protocols and access controls. - Assessment of physical and network attack paths to SCADA, PLCs and embedded systems. ### IoT/OT device security review - Hardware and firmware analysis of individual devices. - Review of device authentication, encryption and data protection. Standards and technologies - NIST SP 800-82 - ISA/IEC 62443 - GDPR - SCADA - PLC - Wi-Fi - Zigbee - LoRaWAN ## Why OT needs a different approach Industrial systems control physical processes, so an attack can stop production, damage equipment or put lives at risk. The Gulf has seen this first hand: Shamoon hit regional energy companies, and Triton was built to attack the safety systems of an industrial plant in the Kingdom. | | IT security | OT security | | --- | --- | --- | | Top priority | Confidentiality of data | Safety and availability | | System lifespan | 3 to 5 years | 15 to 30 years | | Patching | Regular and fast | Rare, during planned shutdowns | | Protocols | Standard internet protocols | Modbus, DNP3, Profinet, OPC UA | | Testing | Active scanning is normal | Active scanning can crash devices | ## The Purdue model and segmentation Most OT programmes use the Purdue model to separate field devices (levels 0 and 1), control and supervisory systems (levels 2 and 3) and the business network (levels 4 and 5). A well-designed industrial DMZ between IT and OT is one of the most important protections. We combine Purdue with IEC 62443 zones and conduits to design segmentation that holds. ## Our safe approach We never run aggressive scans on live control systems. We prefer passive monitoring, work in planned maintenance windows, coordinate with operations and safety teams, and test in a lab or staging environment wherever possible. ## Why CYBRT ### Riyadh-based, Gulf-focused Headquartered in Riyadh, working with organisations across Saudi Arabia and the Gulf. ### Certified consultants Our team holds CISA, CISM, CRISC, CGEIT, CDPSE, CCSP, CCSK, COBIT and ISO 27001 Lead Auditor certifications, among others. ### Regulation-ready We work with NCA and SAMA frameworks alongside ISO, NIST and PCI-DSS, so controls map straight to what auditors expect. ### End to end Six connected services, from strategy and awareness through testing, operations, cloud and technology. ## Frequently asked questions ### Which OT security standards do you work with? NIST SP 800-82 and ISA/IEC 62443 for industrial systems, plus GDPR where personal data is involved. We build compliance frameworks that align with national and international best practice. ### Can you test SCADA systems and PLCs? Yes. Our IoT/OT penetration testing and risk assessments cover SCADA, PLCs and embedded systems, including firmware, protocols, access controls and physical attack paths. ### Which wireless protocols do you test? Wi-Fi, Zigbee and LoRaWAN, along with the network protocols and configurations that connect industrial devices. ### Who must comply with NCA OTCC? Organisations covered by ECC that own, operate or use OT systems, particularly in critical national infrastructure sectors. ### Is our OT network safe if it is air-gapped? True air gaps are rare. Remote access, USB drives, engineering laptops and undocumented links often connect OT to the outside world. ### What is the difference between IoT and OT? OT controls industrial physical processes. IoT covers connected devices more broadly, from sensors to cameras. Industrial IoT sits where the two meet. ## Related services ## Ready to protect your business? Book your free security consultation today. --- Canonical page: https://cybrt.sa/niche-services/iot-ot-security/ Guide for AI agents: https://cybrt.sa/llms.txt