Integrated Physical and Digital Security Approach in Critical Infrastructures
A new security concept where physical and digital layers are managed together in the protection of vital facilities such as energy and transportation was discussed.
MIA Technology Co-Founder and Chairman of the Board Gökhan Beltekin evaluated the Digital Steel Vest concept and the integrated security approach, where physical and digital layers are managed jointly in protecting critical infrastructures.
Changing Understanding of Security
It was pointed out that the understanding of security in the protection of critical infrastructures has fundamentally changed.
Security must now be addressed through an integrated structure rather than isolated cameras, sensors, or software.
Country Resilience and Critical Facilities
It was emphasized that a country's resilience is not measured solely by military capacity.
The uninterrupted operation of energy, communication, transportation, and public facilities during a crisis is of great importance.
Common Operational Architecture
Cameras, sensors, biometrics, and cybersecurity components need to work within a common operational picture.
The system architecture was defined as a common engineering backbone holding all these technologies together.
Flexible Architecture and Brand Independence
The goal is to establish flexible architectures rather than closed structures tied to a specific manufacturer.
It was stated that the core strength of the system integrator approach is the ability to operate without being dependent on brands.
The Role of Domestic and National Products
Domestic products developed within the Turkish defense ecosystem were evaluated as strong engineering components.
Technological Independence and Data Control
It was stated that technological independence means mastering the architecture of the strategic system.
Managing the software layer and maintaining control over data stand out as a strategic requirement.
Digital Steel Vest Concept
With the analogy of the Digital Steel Vest, it was explained that the ultimate goal is for systems that detect threats to evaluate data in a common context.