Orange Cyberdefense‘s investment in Operational Technology (OT) security has quickly become a global success. Over the past year, the Swedish OT team has grown into one of the most sought-after expert groups both within Sweden and internationally. As industry accelerates its digital transformation, new regulations such as NIS2 and the Cyber Resilience Act (CRA) raise the bar for security and compliance. This trend increases demand for specialists who can effectively integrate people, processes and technology.
Swedish OT team leads the global initiative
The Swedish OT team is led by Carsten Lyth, who brings extensive experience from industrial systems, programming, commissioning and leading operations focused on industrial automation. Under his leadership, the group has developed deep, practical expertise in protecting OT environments.
“Together we have built a highly skilled and experienced OT team in Sweden, and we now see our expertise being requested around the world,” says Carsten Lyth, Business Area Manager OT Security at Orange Cyberdefense. “Our approach emphasizes the interplay between people, processes and technology, and that is precisely where we support colleagues in other countries with advisory services and proven methodologies.”
A holistic approach driving global demand
The team’s methodology starts with OT Security Assessments (current-state analyses) and then delivers tailored solutions that reflect each organization’s specific needs. Many industrial companies still struggle with inadequate segmentation and poor network hygiene between IT and OT, which can create serious vulnerabilities and increase exposure to cyber threats.
Through systematic, business-aligned security work, the Swedish OT team helps companies strengthen their resilience and meet international standards. This practical, risk-based approach has led to growing international demand for their expertise, as organizations seek actionable guidance on securing complex, connected systems.
“We follow our Swedish customers abroad and support them on site with assessments and advisory services,” Carsten explains. “Our primary focus remains the Swedish market, but we also assist companies across Europe and further afield. Our strength lies in coming from the OT side: we are OT specialists who live and work in OT environments and understand the unique risks that arise as systems become more connected.”
Cybersecurity across more sectors than manufacturing
The need for OT security extends well beyond traditional manufacturing. The Swedish OT team at Orange Cyberdefense now includes several full-time specialists focused on OT security across a broad range of sectors, including energy, transport, logistics and construction. Each sector presents distinct operational constraints and threat patterns, and the team adapts assessments and controls accordingly.
Across all engagements, the team prioritizes combining technology, processes and people to build sustainable resilience. This human-centered perspective has become a key factor in Orange Cyberdefense’s growing global reputation in OT security. Rather than applying one-size-fits-all technical fixes, the team works closely with stakeholders to ensure measures are operationally feasible and culturally embedded, which increases long-term effectiveness.
Expanding the team for industrial cybersecurity of the future
Driven by strong demand domestically and internationally, Orange Cyberdefense is expanding its Swedish OT team. The company’s objective is to help industries worldwide protect their critical systems and enable secure digital transformation while preserving operational continuity and safety.
As industrial environments become increasingly interconnected, the risk of cyber incidents rises. Orange Cyberdefense’s mission is to reduce these risks through advanced security assessments, strategic advisory services and technical solutions that protect both legacy OT systems and modern control environments. The team emphasizes pragmatic, risk-based measures that minimize disruption while significantly enhancing security posture.
By maintaining a clear focus on the interplay between people, process and technology, Orange Cyberdefense aims to strengthen industrial resilience and foster confidence in the digital infrastructure that underpins society’s future. Their growing team is prepared to meet the evolving challenges of industrial cybersecurity and to support organizations in building secure, resilient operations as they move forward with digitalization.