Secure Access to Operational Technology (OT) Systems with Identity-Based Zero Trust Network Access
Industrial Control Systems Get a Boost in Cybersecurity with AppGate’s New Solution
The increasing interconnectivity of IT and Operational Technology (OT) systems has created a pressing need for secure remote access solutions that don’t compromise performance or operational stability.
AppGate’s Answer
AppGate has answered this call with the launch of its Operational Technology (OT) Zero Trust Network Access (ZTNA) solution, designed to secure industrial control systems, manufacturing plants, energy facilities, and other critical infrastructure.
Key Features
- Alignment with industrial security frameworks: Supports access control principles aligned with IEC 62443, NIST SP 800-82, and the latest NERC CIP-015-1 requirements, enhancing OT and bulk electric system cybersecurity while maintaining operational continuity.
- Cloaked infrastructure: Industrial assets remain invisible to unauthorized users through a default-deny posture, preventing potential attacks.
- Direct-routed connectivity: Encrypted sessions are established directly between users and authorized resources, running fully on-premises to preserve air gaps and avoid centralized cloud backhaul that can introduce latency or impact availability.
- Secure third-party access control: Granular policies enable just-in-time access to designated systems for contractors and vendors.
As remote connectivity becomes increasingly embedded in industrial operations, AppGate’s OT ZTNA solution provides an identity-centric, direct-routed approach that reduces the attack surface, strengthens oversight, and protects mission-critical systems. This solution is a deliberate step forward in securing the infrastructure that drives industrial performance and business continuity.