
Schneider Electric announced enhancements to its Managed Security Services (MSS), introducing capabilities designed to support cybersecurity, operational performance, and compliance in industrial settings. The updates address the growing need for integrated IT and OT security, particularly in sectors facing increased regulatory and threat pressures.
Key Updates
Real-Time ICS Vulnerability Tracking
Enables prioritization based on operational impact.
Includes strategic guidance and ongoing risk assessment.
Expanded Managed Detection and Response (MDR)
Supports multiple security controls.
Uses custom algorithms for OT-specific threat detection.
Offers predefined, OT-aware response actions.
Broader Cybersecurity Controls Management (CCM)
Manages firewalls, endpoint protection, and OT asset security.
Extends beyond intrusion detection to full security controls oversight.
Aligns with global and sector-specific compliance needs.
The updated services can be integrated with existing cybersecurity infrastructure or used as a complete offering. Regional and country-level teams support deployment and operations, particularly in highly regulated environments.
These developments come as cyber threats to industrial sectors continue to rise. With the continually rising costs of cybercrime, organizations are under increasing pressure to maintain secure and resilient operations.
Initially launched in 2023, Schneider Electric’s MSS offering now includes broader data processing, OT-specific threat use cases, and proactive threat hunting to help organizations respond more effectively to emerging risks.
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