Water & Wastewater

Securing Water & Wastewater OT

Compliance Pressure

Water and wastewater utilities must comply with regulatory frameworks such as the EPA’s America’s Water Infrastructure Act (AWIA), NIST 800-82, NIST CSF, and ISA/IEC 62443. However, meeting these standards presents challenges due to limited cybersecurity expertise, aging infrastructure, and budget constraints. Many utilities struggle to implement proactive security measures while maintaining uninterrupted service. Without robust OT cybersecurity, organizations risk regulatory penalties, operational disruptions, and potential contamination events. The challenge extends beyond compliance—utilities must protect essential services while ensuring the safety and trust of the communities they serve.

OT Cybersecurity Risks

OT systems in the water and wastewater industry were historically designed for isolated operations, prioritizing process efficiency and reliability over cybersecurity. However, the adoption of digital controls, remote monitoring, and IT/OT convergence has significantly increased the attack surface. Legacy systems, third-party access, and geographically distributed assets create vulnerabilities that cyber attackers can exploit. Threats such as ransomware, nation-state attacks, and insider threats can disrupt water treatment operations, compromise public health, and lead to environmental hazards. As digitalization progresses, securing OT environments is critical to ensuring the safety, reliability, and resilience of water and wastewater services.

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