Sovereign Cloud Expertise for Critical National Infrastructure
Critical National Infrastructure operators carry a growing statutory and operational burden, securing legacy OT estates alongside modern cloud environments.
Defended Solutions brings ISO 27001, 9001 and 20000 certified expertise to help CNI operators architect and secure their cloud environments to meet regulatory standards.
The Compliance Reality For Critical National Infrastructure
Critical National Infrastructure sits under some of the most demanding regulatory scrutiny in the UK, from the NIS Regulations to sector-specific oversight bodies like Ofgem and Ofcom. The NCSC Cyber Assessment Framework is increasingly the benchmark regulators assess against, covering how well an organisation manages risk, protects against attack, detects incidents and limits their impact.
For most operators, the harder problem sits underneath the framework. Critical services run on a mix of legacy operational technology and modern IT, often decades apart in age and built without each other in mind. Patching a control system is not the same as patching a laptop. Securing that estate, and proving to a regulator that it is secure, requires architecture that accounts for both worlds rather than treating OT as an IT problem with a different label.
Legacy Operational Technology Meets Modern Cloud
Critical services often run on operational technology that predates modern security practice entirely, alongside newer cloud and IT systems it was never designed to sit next to.
Architecture Built Around The Estate You Actually Have
Defended Solutions architects cloud environments that account for legacy OT, rather than applying standard IT security assumptions to systems that cannot be patched or restarted like a laptop.
Regulatory Scrutiny Is Increasing Faster Than Most Operators Can Evidence It
Regulators increasingly expect continuous evidence of resilience against frameworks like the NCSC Cyber Assessment Framework, not a one-off assessment.
Audit Evidence Considered From The Outset
Defended Solutions builds cloud architecture with audit and evidence requirements considered from the outset, so operators are not retrofitting compliance after the fact.
Third-Party And Supply Chain Exposure
Essential services increasingly depend on third-party suppliers and cloud providers, and a weakness anywhere in that chain becomes the operator's regulatory problem.
Direct Partner Status, Not A Layer Of Reselling
Defended Solutions holds direct partner status with AWS, Azure and Google Cloud, giving CNI operators an architecture partner who understands both the supplier landscape and the regulatory expectations placed on it.
How We Can Help Support Your Patients
With GCLOUD and UKAS certifications, Defended Solutions brings a level of compliance, security, and reliability that is essential for healthcare IT systems.
Our proven expertise in delivering IT solutions for regulated industries positions us as a trusted future partner of the NHS and Department of Health and Social Care.
Our team certifications ensure that every solution meets the highest levels of compliance and security, aligning seamlessly with healthcare-specific requirements like GDPR and NHS Digital standards.
Built to Meet Healthcare Standards
Experience in Regulated Sectors
We have a proven track record of delivering IT solutions in other highly regulated environments, allowing us to adapt quickly to the unique needs of healthcare.
Tailored, Scalable Solutions
We design IT systems that integrate seamlessly with NHS infrastructure, simplify complex workflows, and enable innovation, ensuring continuity in patient care.
Focused on Building Trust
Our commitment to compliance make us a dependable partner for healthcare organisations navigating complex IT challenges.
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