Securing Energy Infrastructures
The digital transformation of the energy sector has introduced new cybersecurity challenges as critical infrastructure becomes increasingly connected. With the adoption of smart grids, electric vehicle (EV) charging networks, and customer-facing applications, securing these systems is critical to maintaining operational stability and customer trust.
The Energy Sector Challenge: Meeting NIS2 Requirements
The NIS2 directive was designed to address the unique challenges faced by critical infrastructure operators, including energy providers. This directive mandates robust security measures for all essential services, including continuous security testing, incident reporting, and supply chain protection.
Energy providers must now demonstrate comprehensive security practices across their entire digital infrastructure, from operational technology to customer portals. Meeting these requirements ensures both customer data protection and service continuity—key priorities for energy companies managing critical infrastructure.
Real-World Examples of Equixly’s Impact on API Security in Critical Infrastructure
Leading energy providers are using Equixly API Security to protect their critical systems by embedding automated security testing into their development lifecycle:
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EV Charging Network Security: A major EV charging network operator integrated Equixly API Security testing into their AWS infrastructure. This enabled automatic security checks with each software release, ensuring that customer-facing applications for managing public charging stations remain secure. The automated approach also helps meet uptime and operational requirements, which are crucial for public EV charging networks.
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Customer Portal Security: A major energy distributor adopted Equixly to continuously test their customer portal, which handles sensitive operations such as meter readings, billing, and payments. By integrating Equixly into their CI/CD pipeline, the company maintains both speed and security in their software releases, ensuring regulatory compliance and protection for customer data.
Other energy companies managing critical gas infrastructure are adopting similar proactive security strategies. By implementing continuous security testing, they recognize the need to move beyond traditional perimeter defenses to secure their entire network.
Benefits of Proactive Security Testing
Automated API security testing offers several advantages for energy providers operating in critical infrastructure:
- NIS2 Compliance: Continuous security assessment ensures that organizations meet NIS2 requirements for cybersecurity and operational resilience.
- Early Vulnerability Detection: Continuous testing identifies and addresses vulnerabilities early in the development lifecycle, reducing operational risks and potential system downtime.
- Rapid Secure Deployments: Automated security testing allows for faster and more secure software releases without compromising safety or performance.
- Customer Trust: Proactively securing customer portals and operational systems helps protect sensitive data, ensuring trust and service continuity.
A Proactive Approach for Modern Energy Infrastructure
As cyber threats continue to evolve, energy providers must balance operational efficiency with comprehensive security. Automated security testing is becoming an essential component of modern energy infrastructure protection, enabling providers to safeguard critical systems while meeting regulatory demands.
To learn how Equixly can help secure your APIs and meet NIS2 compliance, contact us today.
Carlo De Micheli
Director of Product Marketing
Carlo is a versatile professional with extensive international experience. His enthusiasm for innovation extends across cybersecurity, automotive, and aerospace, where he actively engages in pioneering projects. Holding a technical background in aerospace engineering and supplementing it with independent studies in programming and security, Carlo has organized and presented at international conferences and established tech startups related to the sharing economy and fashion before embracing marketing and sales.