Siemens Smart Infrastructure has announced a strategic agreement with Viakoo to deliver advanced OT and IoT security management through the Viakoo Action Platform™. The collaboration introduces a comprehensive, automated service designed to help organizations analyze, manage, and secure growing fleets of connected devices while ensuring continuous compliance.
Addressing Growing OT/IoT Security Risks
The rapid expansion of OT and IoT devices has significantly increased enterprise exposure to cyber threats. Industry estimates suggest organizations now manage between five to ten connected devices per employee. While essential for operations, these devices often lack the stringent security controls applied to traditional IT systems, making them vulnerable to ransomware attacks and data breaches.
The Viakoo Action Platform addresses this gap by enabling organizations to apply IT-grade security standards to OT and IoT environments, ensuring safe network participation and uninterrupted business operations.
Automated Security And Compliance At Scale
Through Viakoo’s cloud-based platform, Siemens customers gain access to a range of automated security capabilities, including:
- Proactive vulnerability detection
- Real-time compliance monitoring
- Automated firmware updates
- Certificate management (e.g., 802.1x)
- Password policy enforcement
- Continuous operational alerts
The platform’s vendor-agnostic and agentless architecture simplifies deployment across multi-vendor environments, reducing manual workloads while improving service-level compliance.
Strengthening The Siemens Connect Ecosystem
“In today’s interconnected world, securing IoT and OT devices is paramount for maintaining operational integrity and mitigating cyber risks,” said Rich Reidy, US Security Segment Head of the Buildings business at Siemens Smart Infrastructure USA.
“Together with Viakoo, this joint effort underscores our dedication to expanding the Siemens Connect Ecosystem program by delivering top-tier security service. Viakoo’s advanced platform and flexible technology align perfectly with our goal of offering cutting-edge, adaptable services that empower our customers to achieve robust security posture and compliance across their physical security infrastructure.”
Expanding Managed Security Services
The integration of Viakoo into Siemens’ portfolio enhances its managed service offerings, particularly for organizations with:
- Large, distributed device deployments
- Strict regulatory compliance requirements
- Legacy or multi-vendor infrastructure
This collaboration not only strengthens cybersecurity capabilities but also supports Siemens’ focus on recurring revenue models and long-term customer retention.
“We are thrilled to join forces with Siemens, a global technology leader committed to innovation and excellence,” said Bud Broomhead, CEO and Founder at Viakoo.
“This collaboration allows us to extend the reach of the Viakoo Action Platform, helping more enterprises secure their IoT and OT environments, automate critical cyber hygiene tasks, and ensure continuous compliance. Together, we will empower organizations to unlock the full potential of their connected devices without compromising security.”
Viakoo enables organizations to defend and manage their physical security and OT/IoT attack surface with a strong focus on visibility, automation, and cyber hygiene. The company’s vision is for every connected enterprise device to be fully visible, continuously operational, and securely managed.
Siemens Corporation is the U.S. subsidiary of Siemens AG, a global leader in technology focused on industry, infrastructure, transport, and healthcare. Driven by its purpose to create technology that transforms everyday life, Siemens combines the digital and physical worlds to help customers accelerate both digitalization and sustainability. Its innovations make factories more efficient, cities more livable, and transportation systems more sustainable.
Internal Links
https://security.world/ot-security-best-practices
https://security.world/enterprise-cyber-hygiene
External Links
https://www.siemens.com
https://www.viakoo.com
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. What is the Siemens and Viakoo partnership about?
It is a collaboration to provide automated OT and IoT security management using the Viakoo Action Platform.
2. What problem does this solution solve?
It addresses security gaps in OT/IoT devices, which are often less protected than traditional IT systems.
3. What are the key features of the Viakoo Action Platform?
Automated updates, vulnerability detection, compliance tracking, certificate management, and password enforcement.
4. Who benefits most from this solution?
Organizations with large, distributed device networks, legacy systems, or strict compliance requirements.
5. How does this benefit Siemens customers?
It enhances security, reduces manual effort, improves compliance, and strengthens managed service capabilities.