OT/IT network segmentation, SD-WAN for multi-plant environments, and Zero Trust architecture for manufacturers connecting factory floors to corporate networks — delivered by a senior network engineer with 20+ years of enterprise experience.
Manufacturing organizations are connecting operational technology (OT) to corporate IT networks at an unprecedented pace. CNC machines, SCADA systems, PLCs, and industrial IoT sensors are going online — creating massive efficiency gains but also a rapidly expanding attack surface.
Most manufacturing networks were never designed for this convergence. Flat network architectures that once kept things simple now leave production lines, enterprise systems, and internet-connected devices on the same network — with no segmentation, no visibility, and no clear boundary between what should be protected and what should be accessible.
Ransomware attacks against manufacturers have surged in recent years, and a single incident can halt production across every facility. Meanwhile, cyber insurers are tightening requirements — demanding controls that most mid-market manufacturers do not yet have in place.
Every engagement is designed for the unique demands of manufacturing environments — where network downtime means production downtime.
Comprehensive evaluation of your network architecture across all plants and offices. We assess OT/IT boundaries, segmentation, firewall rules, access controls, and documentation — and deliver a prioritized remediation roadmap aligned with your production schedule and budget.
Starting at $2,500
Design and implement network segmentation that creates clear boundaries between factory floor OT systems (SCADA, PLCs, HMIs, CNC machines) and corporate IT environments. We build zone-based architectures aligned with IEC 62443 principles using Fortinet, Palo Alto Networks, or Cisco.
Connect plants, distribution centers, and corporate offices with SD-WAN architectures that deliver reliable performance, built-in encryption, automatic failover, and centralized visibility. We design solutions that reduce WAN costs while improving application performance across every facility.
Implement Zero Trust principles across your manufacturing environment — ensuring that no device, user, or system is trusted by default. We design microsegmentation strategies, identity-based access policies, and continuous verification frameworks that protect production systems without disrupting operations.
Deploy or upgrade next-generation firewalls across all manufacturing locations with consistent policy enforcement. We design security stacks with FortiGate/FortiManager, Palo Alto/Panorama, or Cisco — including IPS, application control, threat intelligence, and centralized management for multi-site visibility.
Ongoing senior network leadership for manufacturers that need strategic guidance without a full-time hire. We provide architecture reviews, vendor evaluation, technology roadmaps, capacity planning, and executive reporting — giving your organization Director-level network expertise on a monthly retainer.
Starting at $7,500/month
We understand the difference between IT and OT networks. Our segmentation designs protect production systems without introducing latency or disrupting the protocols your factory floor depends on.
Every recommendation is based on what fits your environment — never on vendor partnerships. We work with Fortinet, Palo Alto, Cisco, VMware, and more. You get the right solution, not the most profitable one for us.
We design rollout plans that work around production schedules. Changes are planned in maintenance windows, tested in staging where possible, and documented for your operations and IT teams.
Manufacturers are now the most targeted industry for ransomware attacks globally. The reason is simple: production downtime is extraordinarily costly, which makes manufacturers more likely to pay. A single incident can halt operations across every facility, disrupt supply chains, and cost millions in lost production.
Network segmentation is the single most effective defense. When OT and IT systems are properly isolated, a ransomware infection in the corporate environment cannot reach the factory floor — and vice versa. We help manufacturers build that separation before an incident forces their hand.
Schedule a Free Discovery CallOur $2,500 Network Security Assessment gives you a clear picture of your network's current state, identifies the highest-risk gaps, and delivers a prioritized roadmap — without committing to a long-term engagement.