Rockwell Automation, Inc (NYSE: ROK), a global leader in industrial automation and digital transformation, has introduced SecureOT™, a comprehensive cybersecurity solution designed specifically for operational technology (OT) environments. The suite helps manufacturers and critical infrastructure operators safeguard essential systems amid rising cyber threats targeting increasingly connected industrial operations.
Traditional cybersecurity tools often fall short when applied to legacy OT environments, many of which were never engineered with security in mind. SecureOT addresses this gap by combining technology, advisory expertise, and 24/7 managed protection into a single, integrated offering. The solution includes the SecureOT Platform along with professional and managed security services, helping organizations detect risks, strengthen defenses, and maintain reliable, compliant OT environments.
“Cyberattacks targeting industrial systems are evolving rapidly, and outdated defenses are no longer enough,” said Matthew Fordenwalt, Senior Vice President, Lifecycle Services, Rockwell Automation. “SecureOT represents a new approach to OT cybersecurity—bringing together specialized tools and deep operational knowledge to help organizations stay ahead of emerging threats while keeping critical systems running.”
Dilip Sawhney, Managing Director of Rockwell Automation India, added: “As India’s manufacturing sector accelerates its adoption of AI and connected systems, OT security must become a strategic priority. Protecting industrial networks is essential to ensure uptime, build trust in digital transformation, and support national goals toward advanced, competitive manufacturing.”
Purpose-built for industrial environments, SecureOT provides real-time asset discovery, vulnerability prioritization, and cybersecurity monitoring across diverse vendor ecosystems. The service supports organizations at every stage of maturity, from initial assessment to response and remediation, and aligns with leading regulatory frameworks including IEC 62443, NIS2, and the NIST Cybersecurity Framework. Security operations are supported by Rockwell’s dedicated OT Security Operations Center (SOC) and Network Operations Center (NOC), delivering continuous monitoring and incident response.
Industry analysts have acknowledged the significance of the launch. “OT environments require security strategies tailored to their complexity,” noted Hollie Hennessy, OT/IoT Cybersecurity Lead Analyst at Omdia. “SecureOT introduces a layered framework that blends visibility, vulnerability management, and managed detection in one model—marking meaningful progress for industrial cybersecurity.”
SecureOT has already demonstrated measurable impact across industries. Early adopters include a major oil and gas operator that achieved full OT asset visibility within six months, a beverage manufacturer that modernized network infrastructure across 150 global sites, and a power utility that achieved NERC CIP compliance while reducing operational costs through agentless monitoring. With SecureOT, organizations can reduce risk exposure, improve operational resilience, and build scalable security programs suited to today’s industrial environment—regardless of where they stand in their cybersecurity journey.
Rockwell Automation (NYSE: ROK) is a global leader in industrial automation and digital innovation. Headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, the company employs approximately 27,000 professionals across more than 100 countries as of fiscal year-end 2024. Rockwell connects human ingenuity with advanced technology to enhance productivity, enable safer industrial operations, and support more sustainable global manufacturing.
