Connecticut Manufacturer Enhances Their Cybersecurity to Better Protect Proprietary Data

Situation

A global aerospace manufacturing company specializing in complex aerospace engine components for demanding applications. They help clients solve engineering and production challenges. 

Challenge

Due to the nature of their industry regulations and customer needs, the manufacturer needed to improve their cybersecurity program to protect their proprietary data and network against the evolving threat landscape. They came to Cooperative Systems seeking to establish a scalable, effective, and far-reaching security solution.

Solution

First, Coopsys performed a comprehensive cybersecurity assessment and analysis to identify their risks and any gaps in security coverage. Using information from the assessment and analysis process, we then created a cybersecurity roadmap to set priorities, implement solutions, and monitor our progress ongoing. 

Because cybersecurity programs are multifaceted, we implemented a variety of security strategies, tools, processes, and policies to help them better track, control, and restrict both internal and external access to their data, line-of-business applications, and network.

Lastly, we evaluated and upgraded aging hardware, outdated software, and poorly configured networks since any failures could lead to significant security risks. 

Results

The manufacturer’s enhanced, scalable cybersecurity program prevents the loss of their product intellectual property both inside and outside the organization. This advanced approach gives them more control over who has access to proprietary data and from where it can be accessed. They’re also better prepared to meet stringent industry regulatory requirements.