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Nozomi Networks and Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories Join Forces

In a significant move to bolster cyber resilience across critical infrastructures, Nozomi Networks—renowned for its operational technology, IoT, and cyber-physical systems security—has announced an expansion of its partnership with the innovative powerhouse, Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories (SEL). This collaboration aims not only to enhance operational visibility but also to help organizations navigate the complex landscape of regulatory requirements pertinent to infrastructure security.

The Combined Offering

Building on a track record of successful collaboration serving utilities and other vital infrastructure organizations worldwide, this expanded alliance merges Nozomi Networks' advanced AI-powered cybersecurity platform with SEL's state-of-the-art industrial networking software and hardware. Together, they are poised to deliver a comprehensive range of technologies and services. This robust portfolio is designed to accelerate the implementation of security programs while also ensuring compliance with several key regulatory frameworks, including NERC CIP, IEC 62443, and NIST guidelines. The inclusion of Internal Network Security Monitoring (INSM) requirements under NERC CIP-015-1 adds to the pressing need for streamlined compliance efforts and enhanced security measures.

Enhanced Deployment Capabilities

One of the standout features of the newly expanded partnership is the integration between Nozomi’s platform and SEL's Software-Defined Networking (SDN) for Operational Technology (OT). This integration offers a deny-by-default architecture along with critical network insights directly from the control layer. Organizations will benefit from near real-time visibility of connected assets, ongoing traffic flows, network policies, and the overall physical topology, which are essential for effective security management.

By embedding this intelligence into Nozomi Networks’ platform, organizations can achieve deeper visibility within managed environments. This advancement enhances multiple capabilities, including threat detection, anomaly identification, asset intelligence, and AI-enabled risk assessments—key features that tackle the growing demands of INSM reporting under NERC standards.

Additionally, Nozomi’s Guardian security sensors can be directly installed on the SEL-3355 Computing Platforms. This solution enables swift deployment of advanced monitoring solutions tailored for operational technology and critical infrastructure, leveraging ruggedized hardware suited for demanding environments. Such integrations give current SEL customers an effective means of standardizing cybersecurity monitoring across their existing operations.

Continuous Innovation

Nozomi Networks and SEL are both committed to fostering ongoing innovation within leading industrial platforms. Through a unified approach, the Nozomi Networks platform and SEL's Blueframe offer substantial data collection and deployment options suitable for enterprise security management. This synergy harnesses existing infrastructure investments, thereby reinforcing resilience and simplifying compliance via integrated architectural frameworks.

A Holistic Approach to Cyber Resilience

Ryan Bradetich, Senior Vice President of Communications and Cybersecurity at SEL, emphasized the need for critical infrastructure operators to bolster their cyber defenses while maintaining the reliability of essential operations. He stated, "This expanded partnership provides customers with enhanced flexibility in how they deploy, monitor, and protect their environments, addressing the evolving security landscape and regulatory requirements without compromising operational performance."

Matthew Cowell, Vice President of Strategic Alliances at Nozomi Networks, echoed this sentiment by highlighting SEL's legacy of securing critical infrastructure over the past four decades. He remarked, "Our mutual dedication to safety, reliability, and operational uptime underpins this partnership. By fusing trusted industrial technology with cutting-edge AI-powered cybersecurity solutions, we are equipped to aid our customers in mitigating risks and establishing globally resilient operations."

The newly integrated OT SDN alongside SEL-3355 Computing Platform, now featuring the Nozomi Networks Guardian operating system directly, is available for deployment, paving the way for enhanced security management and operational efficiency in critical infrastructures globally.