Smarter OT Cybersecurity with AI

Operational Technology (OT) systems form the backbone of industries such as utilities, energy and transportation, ensuring the smooth and efficient operation of critical infrastructure like water treatment plants, power grids and transportation networks.  

Yet, today’s OT systems are no longer as secure as they once were. Growing connectivity through cloud platforms, IoT devices, and remote access tools has made them more exposed to rapidly evolving cyber threats. 

Safeguarding OT systems has now become more critical than ever as cyber threats not only disrupt vital infrastructure and threaten system functionality but also jeopardize human safety. ^[1] Exploited vulnerabilities in critical infrastructure may also result in severe financial losses and even pose crippling risks to national security.

Safeguarding Critical Operations

Can enterprises leverage AI to help safeguard increasingly connected OT systems?   

AI offers significant advantages, such as continuous learning and adaptation, which unlocks game-changing capabilities like predictive analysis and autonomous response.  

AI-powered solutions such as Adaptive & Intelligent Cyber Monitoring of OT Systems (AICYMO) are designed for organisations shifting from reactive to predictive cybersecurity to stay ahead of evolving threats. 

By continuously monitoring both the physical and digital layers of OT systems, AICYMO identifies anomalies in real time and flags potential threats before they can escalate to something more serious. This empowers operators to connect the dots between operational anomalies and cybersecurity risks — strengthening the overall resilience of critical infrastructure.  

We have already seen AICYMO’s capabilities successfully tested with a major critical infrastructure provider in Singapore, and we are committed to integrating this cybersecurity solution across other industries.

Esther Gloria Dawes, Principal Engineer at our Group Engineering Centre, breaks down how AICYMO tackles the complex challenges of securing OT environments.

^[1] World Economic Forum. (2024, Jan). Global Cybersecurity Outlook 2025. View report.