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Case: Stockholm Skavsta Airport

With new regulations introduced, readiness demands from the Swedish government have put a lot of pressure on Stockholm Skavsta Airport. Part of being able to handle this is having a mature and effective cyber security system.

Thanks to their partnership with NTT Security and Nexer Cybersecurity, this is now in place. This collaboration will make compliance with the upcoming NIS2 directive easier. Read more about the case below.

Challenge

A Need For 24/7 Cyber Protection

Stockholm Skavsta Airport is a critical component of Sweden’s infrastructure, being one of 27 airports in Sweden with a contingency mission from the government, and a high level of cyber security is therefore a key priority for the airport. In times of geopolitical instability, being protected against the likes of cyber warfare becomes especially important.

A key component that was missing in the airport’s IT security was 24/7 cyber security protection. Cyber attackers never sleep, and to strengthen the airport’s cyber security round the clock, Stockholm Skavsta Airport decided to start a collaboration with NTT Security and Nexer Cybersecurity.

Adam Eklund Eriksson,
CIO at Skavsta Stockholm Airport

Adam eklund skavsta airport

Solution

Merging expertise with data

NTT Security’s and Nexer Cybersecurity’s combined expertise and the modern SamurAI platform helps Stockholm Skavsta Airport achieve comprehensive 24/7 cyber surveillance from NTT Security’s Security Operations Centre (SOC) in Gothenburg.

“Security is crucial for us, both in the IT environment and with flight operations. When we were choosing a cyber security provider, we wanted to find partners with a good track record and a long history in the industry. NTT Security fit the bill perfectly, and they also fulfil the stringent requirements for us as an airport operation”, says Adam Eklund Eriksson, CIO at Skavsta Stockholm Airport, and continues:

“I have personally visited the Security Operations Centre twice and I am very impressed with the competency. Because of their global network, NTT Security have insight into almost all of the internet connections in the world. Their traceability is unique.”

NIS2 Requirments

The new cyber security requirements that the European Union has decided to
implement starting in October 2024, NIS2, will bring challenges for many companies.
For Stockholm Skavsta Airport, teaming up with NTT Security gives a head start in
complying with the new legislation. The partnership will enable a strong
cyber capability with clear procedures, trained staff and the right device
configurations for handling and reporting security incidents.

“At Stockholm Skavsta Airport, we welcome the new regulations from
the governing bodies in Europe. Setting these standards will make sure that
all organizations are on their toes and set standards for everyone.
NIS2 will strengthen cyber security in all aspects”, says Adam Eklund Eriksson.

Vision

Vision

Looking forward, Stockholm Skavsta Airport is still on a digitalization journey. With a 24/7 cyber security solution in place, Stockholm Skavsta Airport can now focus on safeguarding their operations additionally. The vision is to secure the entire supply chains and strengthen the ability to identify security threats and stop them before they can damage the cyber infrastructure.

24/7 protection

With 24/7 Managed Detection &
Response from NTT Security’s
SOC in Gothenburg, Stockholm
Skavsta Airport has protection
against cyber security threats
every hour, every day of the year.

Incident response

If the airport is attacked by
adversaries, there is an
immediate response from NTT
Security, mitigating the possible
damage in the cyber
environment.

Compliance with NIS2

With new regulations from the
European Union being
implemented, Stockholm Skavsta
Airport can be safe knowing that
NTT Security makes sure that the
airport is compliant when handling
and reporting.

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