Navigating Network Monitoring: An Introduction
At Enaxy, we understand just how high the stakes are in industrial networking. Across sectors like energy, utilities, manufacturing, and critical infrastructure, our clients turn to us when visibility falters, data loss threatens operations, or security gaps jeopardize compliance and safety. These...
The State of Cybersecurity in Canada 2025: Awareness is High, Execution is Low
Every year, the cybersecurity conversation in Canada grows louder and more urgent. The Canadian Cybersecurity Network’s latest publication, The State of Cybersecurity in Canada 2025, brings that urgency into focus. At just over a hundred pages, the report is one of the most comprehensive overviews...
New Joint Guide on Creating “Definitive View” of OT Architecture: Why It Matters, What’s Strong, and How to Put It to Work
CISA[1] recently released guidance focused on creating an Operational Technology (OT) asset inventory and taxonomy. That guidance was arguably the clearest public playbook for building an OT asset inventory that drives risk reduction in critical infrastructure organizations. Now...
Empowering Operators: The Key Role of Cybersecurity Awareness in OT
What Is Cybersecurity Awareness Training? Cybersecurity awareness training is a structured educational program designed to help employees identify, avoid, and report potential cyber threats. The goal is to foster a security-conscious culture across the organization by equipping personnel with the...
Is There a Right Cybersecurity Standard? – Conclusion
Throughout this series, we’ve explored several of the most recognized and widely adopted cybersecurity standards and frameworks applicable to Operational Technology (OT) and Industrial Control Systems (ICS)[1]. The key takeaway is this: there is no universal “perfect fit.” The right choice depends...
Is NIST SP 800-82 Right for Your OT/ICS Environment?
In today’s hyper-connected operational landscape, the cybersecurity of Operational Technology (OT)and Industrial Control Systems (ICS) is no longer optional, it’s mission-critical. As these systems become increasingly integrated with enterprise IT networks, cloud platforms, and remote access...
Are the CISA Cybersecurity Performance Goals Right for Your OT/ICS Environment?
Securing Operational Technology (OT) and Industrial Control Systems (ICS) within critical infrastructure environments is a growing challenge. These systems often run on legacy technologies, rely on proprietary protocols, and are built with high availability (not cybersecurity) as the primary...
CISA’s New OT Asset Inventory Guidance: Why it Matters, What it Changes, and How to Put it to Work
Why this guidance now? CISA’s message is straightforward: without a trustworthy OT asset inventory and a common taxonomy to describe it, you can’t build a modern defensible architecture or manage cyber risk in plants, substations, or distributed operations. The document ties...
Are the CIS Critical Security Controls Right for Your OT/ICS Environment?
The CIS Critical Security Controls (CIS Controls) provide a prioritized, actionable set of cybersecurity best practices designed to help organizations defend against the most prevalent cyber threats. Originally developed as the SANS Top 20 Critical Security Controls, the framework has...
Is the ISA 62443 Standard Right for You?
The manufacturing and critical infrastructure sectors face a unique cybersecurity challenge: securing operational technology (OT) and industrial control systems (ICS) that were historically designed for reliability and safety, not for connectivity or cyber resilience. These systems (including...
Is the NIST Cybersecurity Framework (NIST CSF) Right for You?
Background on the NIST Cybersecurity Framework The NIST Cybersecurity Framework (CSF) is a voluntary, risk-based framework that provides a structured approach for organizations to identify, manage, and reduce cybersecurity risks. Developed collaboratively by industry experts,...
Is There a Right Cybersecurity Standard for the Industry?
Introducing a New Series In the dynamic and high-stakes world of industrial cybersecurity, organizations operating critical Operational Technology (OT) and Industrial Control System (ICS) environments must navigate a complex landscape of cybersecurity standards and frameworks. The goal is clear:...
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