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Specialist cyber security solutions for construction

We are highly experienced in designing and delivering the bespoke cyber security and IT infrastructure solutions required by the construction industry for projects including large scale infrastructure builds, office blocks, commercial units, and residential estates.

We put the necessary controls, infrastructure, processes, and governance in place to ensure construction organisations…

Can quickly deploy secure and reliable temporary networks based upon zero trust that provides your workforce with access to your business applications to ensure efficient operations.
Can provide reliable and secure internet connectivity to third parties and contractors for commissioning and reporting.
Have access to tools that provide clear visibility of your networks, and the devices connected to them at all times.
Know the cyber security risks associated with their supply chains at all times so they can manage or mitigate as required.

Cyber security solutions for construction

How we work to secure construction businesses

We know construction security, we know the likely threats you will face, and the IT continuity and operational challenges that will appear through the key stages in your industry; design, build, and handover

The design phase: Controlling access to sensitive information

With a focus on design, financing, and meeting regulatory requirements, lots of people will be using a wide variety of software tools, will need different levels of access to different documents, and systems will be handing large amounts of sensitive data. We possess considerable skills and experience in designing and deploying secure network architecture, privileged access management protocols, and password management systems to ensure you get the balance right between security and day-to-day operational capability.

The build phase: knowing your third party risks and what to do about them

During build, a larger workforce and more materials will be required… which will mean more interaction with third parties and a greater reliance on temporary infrastructure and networks. Unchecked, these can both increase your security risk profile, but by conducting thorough third party risk assessments to minimise the chances of your suppliers security problems becoming your own, and by treating the design, delivery and operations of temporary IT infrastructure with the same level of care as permanent installations, we can keep your construction site secure and efficient during this busy time.

The handover phase: map your assets and make sure you don’t miss anything

Larger projects will very likely include installed and connected building management assets. Your client is going to want a comprehensive list of where these systems and devices are located, what they do, and how they are controlled to ensure ongoing security best practice. We empower construction businesses with the cyber security and infrastructure tooling and controls needed to view and map OT, IoT and IIoT assets to include as part of a part of a successful project handover.

Solution Benefits

Resilient infrastructure reduces the chances of costly delays - Poorly designed and built temporary IT infrastructure on construction sites can come under pressure even without security breaches. to rapidly onboard new technologies to make customers' lives more convenient, deliver added value, or drive cost efficiencies. We are highly experienced in ensuring any new technologies being introduced to infrastructure are compatible with your existing security posture and real world operational capabilities.
Close the gaps between existing GRC policies and what industry regulators demand - Compliance demands for construction businesses are extensive. NIS2, ISO 27001, and GDPR are just some of the essential standards that must be met and maintained. We simplify business continuity by enabling real time visibility of risks via a single, easy-to-use platform, and provide access to top-tier experienced GRC leadership without enterprise costs.

Make supply chain risk management simple. - Even for smaller construction businesses, supply chains can quickly become large and complex. Through a combination of automated scans to identify the presence of vulnerabilities in your suppliers' IT systems, data lookups, and digital questionnaires which are all delivered through a single platform, we provide the tools to monitor your supply chain in real time and with full confidence.
Secure and control access to temporary or fragmented networks - IT infrastructure in construction environments are by nature temporary solutions. However, poorly designed and built temporary infrastructure can come under operational pressure even without a security breach. We have extensive experience in building networks in challenging environments and applying the different access controls you need for employees and third party contractors.

How It Works

We combine cyber security, network infrastructure, and GRC expertise to help uncover, explain, and fix IT risks in the context of construction operations, helping to you identify your biggest wins and make the most effective investment and strategic decisions.

Stage 1 - Fact finding with your team - Our team will meet with yours on a free scoping call to give us the best possible understanding of your current operational strengths and weaknesses. Given the pace of evolving technologies and pressure to take them up in the never ending search for efficiency gains and competitive advantage, we will also ask about your future roadmap and strategies to stay ahead of your competition.
Stage 2 - Engagement execution - Whether it is a Best Practice Assessment on your infrastructure, penetration test on your web applications, or a thorough review of your GRC policies and processes, our team will work hard and diligently, keeping you updated every step of the way.

Stage 3 - Reporting, reviewing, remediating, and improving - However we help you become more secure or resilient, our reporting will be extremely detailed, thoroughly explaining the vulnerabilities discovered or the operational improvements that will make you more efficient. Once you have had a chance to read the report, the technical expert leading your engagement will host a call to review the findings collaboratively with your internal stakeholders, answer any questions your team may have regarding risk implications, costs, and timescales and prioritise the next steps on the journey.

Learn how we can transform your IT and OT environments.

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