Mining IT OT Security
IT and OT Security Coordination for Mine Sites
A secure, well-managed boundary between corporate IT and operational technology. We design segmentation, control supplier and remote access, manage identities and coordinate closely with specialist OT engineers — without touching safety-critical control systems.
Processing plants, fixed plant and site infrastructure increasingly connect to corporate networks for reporting and remote support. That connection must be deliberate, controlled and documented.
A geographically distributed resources business has a wide attack surface: users in many locations, contractors joining and leaving, remote connectivity, cloud services and supplier access. Practical, consistently applied controls matter more than any single product.
Where IT ends and OT begins
Corporate IT covers offices, users, email and business systems. Operational technology covers control systems, PLCs, SCADA and safety systems. We secure the IT side and the boundary — firewalls, demilitarised zones, remote access and identity — working with your OT team and vendors.
Supplier access
Vendors often need remote access to plant systems. We replace shared, always-on connections with MFA-protected, time-limited and logged access approved by the OT owner.
Standard managed IT engineers do not engineer, configure or modify safety-critical control systems. That work remains with qualified OT specialists.
Capabilities
What we deliver
- IT/OT boundary design
- Segmentation and DMZs
- Supplier remote access controls
- Identity and access management
- Logging and monitoring at the boundary
- Coordination with OT specialists
Common operational challenges
- Flat networks linking office and plant
- Vendors with permanent remote access
- No clear owner for the boundary
Mining use cases
- Securing a vendor's remote access to plant historians
- Creating a DMZ for production reporting
- Documenting IT/OT responsibilities
Delivery methodology
How we deliver
Assess
We review your sites, users, connectivity and risks, and confirm scope, access and induction requirements.
Design
We select standard, supportable technology and document the solution, costs and delivery plan.
Deploy
Equipment is prepared and tested before dispatch; remote and field engineers implement around your rosters.
Support
Everything is monitored and supported 24/7, with field services coordinated when physical work is needed.
Frequently asked questions
Will you change our PLCs or SCADA?
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No. We secure the IT side and the boundary in coordination with qualified OT engineers.
Why does the IT/OT boundary matter?
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Uncontrolled connections can let an IT incident spread towards operational systems.
Can you work with our OT vendor?
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Yes, we regularly coordinate with OT vendors and integrators.
Do you follow any standards?
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We draw on recognised industrial security guidance such as IEC 62443 concepts when coordinating with OT teams.
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