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Identity as the new perimeter: National Oilwell Varco’s approach to stopping the 79% of attacks that are malware-free
- National Oilwell Varco (NOV) is enhancing its cybersecurity measures under CIO Alex Philips by adopting a Zero Trust architecture and integrating AI into security operations.
- The transformation at NOV led to a substantial drop in security events, the cessation of malware-related PC reimaging, and significant cost savings by moving away from legacy hardware.
- Philips highlights the benefits of Zero Trust, including increased visibility, a drastic reduction in security incidents, and improved performance.
- The implementation of a Zero Trust model allowed NOV to enhance access to internal applications while safeguarding against external threats.
- NOV experienced notable network improvements, such as increased speed, reduced latency, and cost savings, by transitioning to internet-based connectivity.
- The utilization of AI and Zero Trust mechanisms significantly reduced security noise and intrusion attempts at NOV.
- NOV focused on fortifying identity and access management by integrating platforms like Okta and SentinelOne and enforcing multi-factor authentication.
- The company also works on real-time token invalidation solutions to prevent unauthorized access even after disabling compromised accounts.
- NOV leverages AI in the SOC with tools like SentinelOne's AI security analyst to enhance threat detection and response times.
- Philips stresses the importance of board engagement in cybersecurity, showcasing how education and continuous risk assessment have become integral components of their cyber strategy.
- Key advice from NOV's journey includes the synergy between security and digital transformation, emphasizing separation of duties in identity security, and a cautious yet proactive approach to AI implementation.
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