Terilogy and VLC Security Arena Begin Collaboration to Foster Security Personnel for Industrial Control Systems (ICS)

Terilogy Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo; President and CEO: Takeshi Koga; hereinafter "Terilogy"), a leading company in OT security in Japan, and VLC Security Arena Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Minato-ku, Tokyo; CEO: Norihiko Ishihara; hereinafter "VLC Security Arena"), which operates Japan's first experiential security training facility specializing in Industrial Control Systems (ICS), today announced the commencement of their collaboration in the OT (Operational Technology) security domain, aiming to enhance the security level and cyber resilience of Japan's industrial infrastructure.

Through this collaboration, Terilogy will implement solutions from "Nozomi Networks" and "TXOne Networks," for which it serves as the primary domestic distributor, within the simulated plant environment operated by VLC Security Arena. This will enable detection and defense training in conditions closely resembling real-world environments, further contributing to the improvement of cyber resilience for Japanese companies.

1. Background of Collaboration

Amidst escalating cyber threats surrounding industrial control systems, the development of specialized personnel who understand the characteristics of the field, in addition to technical countermeasures, is indispensable for protecting the safety of critical infrastructure and manufacturing sites.

Terilogy, which has long led the spread of OT security in Japan, and VLC Security Arena, which advocates for "improving on-site resilience" and provides practical training using simulated plants, have agreed to integrate their respective expertise. By combining the specialized knowledge of both companies in the OT domain, they will further contribute to solving the challenges faced by Japanese industries.

2. Key Points of Collaboration

This collaboration will integrate solutions from "Nozomi Networks" and "TXOne Networks," handled by Terilogy as the primary domestic distributor, into the training demo environment that simulates an actual plant, provided by VLC Security Arena.

This will allow trainees to gain a comprehensive understanding not only of theory but also of the specific roles played by security products designed for OT environments. By providing opportunities to interact with environments where actual solutions are in operation, the aim is to materialize security measures that can often become abstract, thereby broadening the scope of possibilities for corporate countermeasures.

3. Endorsements from Each Company

Comment from Norihiko Ishihara, CEO of VLC Security Arena Co., Ltd.

"We are extremely pleased to be able to collaborate with Terilogy, Nozomi Networks, and TXOne Networks, who are leading the OT security market. Cyber threats surrounding industrial infrastructure are becoming increasingly sophisticated year by year, and in OT security, it is essential not only to introduce products but also to train practical personnel who can appropriately utilize them in the field and respond to actual incidents. Through this collaboration, we will contribute to improving the cyber resilience of Japanese industries as a whole by providing practical training utilizing actual OT security solutions."

Comment from Tatsu Suzuki, Chairman and President of Terilogy Co., Ltd.

"Recently, attacks on OT environments have become more sophisticated, and the training of 'people' who can master these tools, not just introduce them, is an urgent task. We are delighted that through this collaboration, our solutions can contribute to improving the safety of Japanese industries by allowing people to experience how they function in environments close to actual sites."

Comment from Yuji Ashiya, Japan Country Manager of Nozomi Networks

"We sincerely welcome the collaboration between Terilogy, a pioneer in the OT security market in Japan, and VLC Security Arena, which possesses an advanced educational infrastructure. We are deeply honored that our technology can contribute to the training of personnel who will protect Japanese industries through this collaboration."

Comment from Sadao Kondo, Representative Director and President of TXOne Networks Japan G.K.

"We are very pleased that TXOne Networks can participate in this collaboration. We look forward to more people understanding and utilizing our OT-native security solutions through practical training environments."

4. Value Provided by the Collaboration

Through this collaboration, the two companies will provide the following value:

Provision of Learning Opportunities Close to Real Environments

By merging VLC Security Arena's physical plant models with the "Nozomi Networks" and "TXOne Networks" solutions provided by Terilogy, we offer a platform to consider the safety of control systems from a more realistic perspective.

Expansion of Options for OT Security Measures

By understanding the specific functions of security solutions designed for OT, client companies and security personnel can broaden their options for countermeasures within their own environments. This supports the improvement of security awareness across the entire organization.

Contribution to Japan's Industrial Resilience

By increasing opportunities to engage with both specialized knowledge and the latest technology, we contribute to improving the resilience of Japan's entire industrial infrastructure against cyberattacks.

About Terilogy Co., Ltd.

Terilogy is a solution provider specializing in advanced IT/OT security and networks. It introduces cutting-edge global technologies to the Japanese market and provides state-of-the-art IT infrastructure that supports Japanese corporate activities. In the OT security field, in particular, it has been a pioneer in the domestic deployment of many world-leading security solutions such as "Nozomi Networks" and "TXOne Networks," and has long led the market.

About VLC Security Arena Co., Ltd.

VLC Security Arena provides practical and cutting-edge cybersecurity training that reflects the latest attack methods in real-time. In particular, through training specialized for Industrial Control Systems (ICS) and demonstrations using plant models, it widely contributes to the development of advanced security personnel and the establishment of systems that support Japan's industrial base, from critical infrastructure operators to manufacturing industries.

Company Name

Terilogy Co., Ltd.

Location

1-1-1 Kanda Jinbocho, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo 101-0051 Front Place Kanda Jinbocho 6F

Representative

Takeshi Koga, President and CEO

Established

July 1989

Business Activities

Provision of network and security related products, solution development, technical support, etc.

Website

https://www.terilogy.com/

Company Name

VLC Security Arena Co., Ltd.

Location

Edosaka Mori Building, 4-1-40 Toranomon, Minato-ku, Tokyo 105-0001

Representative

Norihiko Ishihara, CEO

Established

August 2020

Business Activities

Provision of CYBERGYM brand cybersecurity training and solutions, and training arenas in Japan and Asia.

Website

https://vlcsecurity.com/company/profile/arena

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