IT and OT networks are being integrated as digital transformation initiatives sweep across industrial sectors. This shift presents an opportunity to converge security operations across IT and OT in one security operations center (SOC). Synergistic operations across IT and OT are advisable so long as that SOC includes a staffing strategy that accounts for the distinct operational requirements found in OT environments

The Fortinet 2022 State of Operational Technology Cybersecurity report found that survey respondents who had the best outcomes with the fewest intrusions were 32% more likely to track OT security in their enterprise SOC.