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Palindrome Technologies Joins ISASecure Program to Enhance Industrial Cybersecurity

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ISASecure, the leading global certification program for industrial automation and control systems (IACS), has welcomed Palindrome Technologies Inc. as its newest member. This strategic partnership aims to strengthen mutual commitment to industrial cybersecurity and the globally adopted ISA/IEC 62443 standards. Palindrome Technologies, a leading information security research firm, will leverage its expertise in applied cybersecurity research and security assurance testing to become an ISO/IEC 17065 accredited third-party certification body (CB) under the ISASecure scheme. This move is expected to significantly enhance the security posture of industrial automation and control systems worldwide.

Key Takeaways:

  • Palindrome Technologies, a leading information security research firm, has joined the ISASecure program to strengthen its commitment to industrial cybersecurity.
  • The company is finalizing its requirements to become an ISO/IEC 17065 accredited third-party certification body (CB) under the ISASecure scheme.
  • Palindrome Technologies will leverage its expertise in applied cybersecurity research and security assurance testing to ensure the highest cybersecurity lifecycle and architectural standards for industrial products and systems.
  • The company is in the process of becoming accredited by an ISO 17011 accreditation body to certify against ISASecure's SDLA (Security Development Lifecycle Assurance) and SSA (System Security Assurance) certification schemes.
  • These certifications will validate adherence to the ISA/IEC 62443-4-1 and ISA/IEC 62443-3-3 standards respectively.
  • Peter Thermos, CEO of Palindrome Technologies, will lead a webinar on securing private 5G networks in manufacturing using penetration testing on May 14, 2025.

Statistics:

  • Founded in 2005, Palindrome Technologies has extensive experience in applied cybersecurity research and security assurance testing.
  • The company is currently in the process of becoming an ISO/IEC 17065 accredited third-party certification body (CB) under the ISASecure scheme.
  • ISASecure has a global ecosystem that includes leaders such as BP, Chevron, ExxonMobil, Shell, Honeywell, Siemens, and AWS, among others.
  • By Fall 2025, ISASecure will release the ACSSA assessment scheme, enabling evaluation of asset owners' control systems against ISA/IEC 62443-2-1, 2-4, 3-2, and 3-3.

Sources:

  • Durham, N.C., April 23, 2025 /PRNewswire/ --
  • "We are excited to welcome Palindrome Technologies into the ISASecure program," said Mark DeAngelo, ISASecure Program Manager.
  • "We are excited to join the ISASecure community and contribute to the advancement of secure industrial systems around the world," said Peter Thermos, CEO of Palindrome Technologies.
  • "Our deep expertise in testing and evaluating next-generation platforms such as 5G, Industry 4.0, IoT, MEC, and V2X aligns naturally with ISASecure's mission."
  • Founded in 2007 by the International Society of Automation (ISA), ISASecure is a globally recognized certification program that provides assurance for the cybersecurity of industrial automation control systems (IACS).

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