Manufacturing Cybersecurity Overhaul
How we helped a precision manufacturing company implement comprehensive security measures after a close call with ransomware, protecting their operations and customer data.
0
Security Incidents Since
100%
Compliance Achieved
45
Employees Trained
24/7
Security Monitoring
The Challenge
Precision Components Inc., a 45-employee manufacturing company, narrowly avoided a ransomware attack when an employee clicked on a phishing email. The malware was detected before it could encrypt their systems, but the close call exposed serious security vulnerabilities.
The company had minimal security measures in place, no employee training program, and aging antivirus software. Their industrial control systems were on the same network as business operations, creating additional risk. They needed comprehensive security improvements to protect their operations and meet customer security requirements.
Our Solution
We implemented a multi-layered security strategy designed specifically for manufacturing environments:
- Network segmentation to isolate industrial systems from business networks
- Next-generation endpoint protection across all workstations
- Email security gateway with advanced threat detection
- Comprehensive security awareness training for all 45 employees
- 24/7 security monitoring with incident response procedures
- Regular vulnerability assessments and penetration testing
The Results
Since implementing the security overhaul, Precision Components has experienced zero security incidents. Employee phishing test click rates dropped from 32% to under 5% after training. The company achieved full compliance with customer security requirements, enabling them to win several new contracts.
The network segmentation also improved operational efficiency by reducing network congestion between manufacturing and office systems. Leadership now has confidence that their operations and customer data are properly protected.