Client
A multinational manufacturing company with a global supply chain, managing sensitive intellectual property, operational technology, and confidential business data across multiple regions.
Challenge
With an increasing number of cyber threats targeting supply chains and industrial control systems, the client needed a proactive approach to security intelligence and awareness. Their key challenges included:
- Limited visibility into emerging cyber threats targeting their industry and operational environments
- Difficulty in assessing and mitigating risks across a distributed workforce and third-party vendors
- Lack of security awareness among employees, increasing the risk of phishing, social engineering, and insider threats
- Need for continuous threat intelligence to stay ahead of sophisticated cyber adversaries
Solution
The manufacturing company partnered with COE Security to implement Managed Security Intelligence and Awareness, combining real-time threat intelligence, security monitoring, and employee training to enhance cyber resilience.
Phase 1: Threat Intelligence and Risk Analysis
- Established a security intelligence framework to monitor cyber threats targeting the manufacturing sector and supply chain operations
- Integrated threat intelligence feeds and dark web monitoring to identify potential data leaks, vulnerabilities, and attack campaigns
- Conducted a comprehensive risk assessment to identify gaps in security controls and threat detection capabilities
Phase 2: Security Awareness and Phishing Simulation
- Developed a tailored security awareness program with role-based training to educate employees on cyber threats, phishing risks, and secure practices
- Launched simulated phishing campaigns to test employee responses and strengthen phishing detection capabilities
- Provided interactive learning modules and real-world attack scenarios to improve security culture across the organization
Phase 3: Continuous Monitoring and Threat Detection
- Deployed security analytics and behavioral monitoring tools to detect suspicious activities and potential insider threats
- Implemented security information and event management (SIEM) and extended detection and response (XDR) solutions for real-time monitoring
- Enabled proactive threat hunting and incident response planning to address evolving attack techniques
Phase 4: Executive Reporting and Compliance Support
- Provided executive-level threat intelligence reports to inform strategic cybersecurity decisions
- Ensured compliance with industry standards, including ISO 27001, NIST, and supply chain security frameworks
- Delivered ongoing security assessments and recommendations to adapt to emerging threats
Results
With COE Security’s Managed Security Intelligence and Awareness, the manufacturing company achieved:
- Enhanced threat visibility by integrating real-time intelligence and proactive monitoring across its operations
- Strengthened security culture through customized employee training and phishing simulations
- Faster incident detection and response with continuous monitoring and threat-hunting capabilities
- Improved regulatory compliance by aligning security practices with industry standards and risk management frameworks
Client Testimonial
COE Security’s Managed Security Intelligence and Awareness program has transformed how we detect, respond to, and prevent cyber threats. Their proactive intelligence, security training, and continuous monitoring have strengthened our defenses and empowered our workforce to recognize and mitigate risks effectively.