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Oil and Gas Security
Protect critical energy infrastructure from well to refinery
Oil and gas operations span geographically distributed upstream, midstream, and downstream environments with interconnected ICS/SCADA, IT, and OT networks. Palo Alto Networks delivers OT-native visibility, threat prevention, and Zero Trust segmentation designed for energy infrastructure.
Request a consultation Download solution briefA platform approach to oil and gas security
Digital transformation connects field operations, refineries, and pipeline infrastructure to enterprise IT networks. Securing converged IT/OT environments requires protocol-aware visibility, automated threat prevention, and granular segmentation across the entire value chain.
Upstream operations
Secure remote drilling sites, wellheads, and production platforms with ruggedized security designed for harsh and isolated environments.
Midstream infrastructure
Protect pipeline SCADA systems, compressor stations, and transportation networks from targeted cyberattacks and unauthorized access.
Downstream operations
Secure refinery DCS environments, petrochemical processing facilities, and distribution networks against OT-specific threats and ransomware.
Oil and gas security challenges
Energy sector organizations face unique operational, geographic, and regulatory cybersecurity pressures.
Nation-state targeting
Oil and gas infrastructure is a priority target for nation-state threat actors seeking to disrupt energy production, compromise safety systems, or conduct espionage.
Geographic distribution
Operations span thousands of remote sites with limited bandwidth, unreliable connectivity, and harsh physical conditions that constrain deployment options.
IT/OT convergence risks
Connecting previously air-gapped OT environments to enterprise IT and cloud platforms creates lateral movement paths that attackers can exploit to reach safety-critical systems.
TSA Security Directives
Pipeline operators face mandatory cybersecurity requirements including network segmentation, access controls, and incident response planning.
Security capabilities for oil and gas
OT-native security designed for the unique operational requirements of energy infrastructure.
ICS/SCADA visibility
Identify ICS/SCADA network traffic including Modbus, DNP3, and CIP EtherNet/IP. Discover assets, users, and application behavior across distributed operations.
Zero Trust segmentation
Enforce Purdue Model-aligned segmentation with least-privilege and role-based access controls as described in ISA/IEC 62443.
OT threat prevention
Block OT-specific exploits, ransomware, and unknown malware with coordinated and automated threat prevention across network and endpoint.
Remote site security
Secure remote access for employees and third parties monitoring critical equipment through enforced acceptable use policies and secure VPN.
Legacy endpoint protection
Protect aging or unpatched control system HMIs, servers, and hosts from known and unknown cyberthreats using advanced endpoint protection.
Cloud and SaaS security
Extend consistent security to public and private cloud environments and SaaS applications with application-level control and policy consistency.
Secure mobility and BYOD
Protect mobile devices and contractor access with a lightweight security client that enforces consistent policies regardless of location.
SOC effectiveness
Reduce events per analyst hour with contextual threat intelligence that accelerates analysis, correlation, and prevention workflows.
Key products for oil and gas
Solutions designed for the operational and environmental requirements of energy infrastructure.
Industrial OT Security
OT asset visibility, threat detection, and segmentation purpose-built for upstream, midstream, and downstream environments.
Learn moreRuggedized firewalls
Next-generation firewalls rated for extreme temperatures, vibration, and hazardous locations common in oil and gas operations.
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Centralized security management across hundreds of distributed sites with consistent policy enforcement and compliance reporting.
Learn moreOil and gas resources
Technical documentation and reference material for evaluating and deploying security in energy environments.
Solution Brief
Cybersecurity for the oil and gas industry
Platform approach to securing distributed energy operations with integrated threat prevention and OT visibility.
Download PDFIndustry Standards
ISA/IEC 62443 alignment
Role-based access controls and network segmentation aligned to industrial automation security standards.
Learn moreDiscuss oil and gas security requirements
Energy infrastructure security requires OT-aware solutions designed for distributed, harsh-environment operations.
Connect with a specialist to evaluate operational requirements, review compliance needs, and identify the right security approach.