Emerson's deal with Intel strengthens cybersecurity for critical assets

A partnership between Emerson Process Management and Intel Security, part of Intel, will strengthen Emerson's cybersecurity solutions, adding an increased layer of protection to safeguard critical assets and data.

This partnership will better secure Emerson's DeltaV distributed control system (DCS), which has long incorporated built-for-purpose control system firewalls and network switches that provide easily configured security features, helping system networks remain available and more secure.

“Through our global network of experts, we follow 'defence in depth' layered security practices designed to both comply with emerging cybersecurity standards and combat new, emerging and complex threats," said Sean Sims, vice president of Emerson's Lifecycle Services.

“Taking the next step to expand our offerings and deliver enhanced control system protection means our customers experience increased protection without sacrificing availability."

The new solutions provide efficient compliance measures and instant intelligence for changing threat environments, along with the power of real-time visibility and centralised management through a single platform.

Tom Moore, vice president, Embedded Sales at Intel Security, said the partnership provides a portfolio of technologies designed to address the increasing cybersecurity threat landscape to industrial control systems.

“By combining our industry expertise, Emerson is able to serve their customers more efficiently, increasing their security posture and availability," he said.

Emerson is also certifying supported releases of the DeltaV DCS and AMS Suite asset management to offer Intel Security's Anti-Virus, Network Monitoring and Application Whitelisting solutions.

The company will offer Intel Security's Security Information & Event Management (SIEM) solution to perform monitoring and the McAfee ePolicy Orchestrator for streamlined and centralised security management.

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