Program Overview
The Strategic Alliance Program creates powerful synergies between cybersecurity vendors and practitioner communities through:
✔ Certified Technology Partnerships – Validate solutions against NIST CSF 2.0 and MITRE ATT&CK® for ICS
✔ Research Collaborations – Co-author threat intelligence reports with SANS industrial security analysts
✔ Solution Validation Labs – Technical evaluation by ICS515-certified professionals
Program Impact (2024 Metrics):
- 83% of participating vendors reported increased qualified leads
- 79% accelerated sales cycles through practitioner validation
- 64% improved product roadmaps based on frontline feedback
Engagement Frameworks
1. Research Initiatives
| Offering | Output | Audience Reach |
|---|---|---|
| Threat Landscape Surveys | Vertical-specific risk benchmarks | 25K+ security professionals |
| Defense Playbooks | MITRE ATT&CK mitigation guides | CISO/OT security teams |
| Technology Effectiveness Studies | Capability gap analysis | Procurement committees |
Featured Publication:
“ICS Segmentation in Critical Infrastructure” – Downloaded 18,000+ times by energy sector professionals
2. Technical Validation Pathways
Three-Stage Evaluation Process:
- Capability Assessment – Against ICS410/515 course learning objectives
- Real-World Testing – In operational technology lab environments
- Economic Impact Analysis – ROI modeling for different plant sizes
Current Evaluation Focus Areas:
- OT-native EDR solutions
- Passive asset discovery tools
- Safety system protection mechanisms
3. Global Event Participation
2024 Premier Sponsorship Opportunities:
2024-07-012024-08-012024-09-012024-10-012024-11-01Oil & Gas Cyber RangesWater Sector TTXEnergy Grid DefensePharma 4.0 SecurityNorth AmericaEMEA2024 ICS Security Summit TracksProgram Advantages
For Technology Providers
- Access to 850K+ security practitioners worldwide
- Privileged insights into unmet operational needs
- Competitive differentiation through independently validated effectiveness
For Security Teams
- Early visibility into vetted solutions
- Practical implementation guidance free from vendor bias
- Community-driven best practice development
Success Benchmarks
Case Study: Industrial Cybersecurity Startup
- Achieved 47% faster market penetration
- Secured 3 pilot programs with Fortune 500 manufacturers
- Featured in 4 SANS webinars reaching 12,000+ attendees
“The technical validation report shortened our proof-of-concept cycle from 9 months to 12 weeks.”
— VP Product, OT Security Vendor
Participation Roadmap
- Solution Mapping (Weeks 1-2)
- Align offerings with ICS security frameworks
- Identify relevant threat scenarios
- Validation Planning (Weeks 3-6)
- Determine evaluation methodology
- Select appropriate defender personas
- Community Engagement (Ongoing)
- Content co-creation
- Event participation
- Practitioner feedback loops
Upcoming Deadlines:
- March 15: Summer Summit sponsorship commitments
- May 1: Fall research project proposals
Investment Levels:
| Tier | Annual Commitment | Benefits |
|---|---|---|
| Strategic | $250K | Dedicated analyst + summit keynote |
| Premier | $150K | Technology track + 2 whitepapers |
| Associate | $75K | Solution showcase + 1 webinar |
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Critical Resources:
• NISTIR 8401 – OT Security Measurement Guidelines
• CISA Cross-Sector Cybersecurity Performance Goals
Actionable Steps:
- Schedule technical alignment session
- Review current ICS security challenge briefs
- Select optimal engagement mix
Emerging Focus Areas:
- Cyber-physical system resilience
- Quantum-resistant ICS cryptography
- AI-assisted anomaly detection
Continuing Education:
- SANS ICS410: ICS/SCADA Security Essentials
- MITRE Industrial Defender Training
