As electric vehicles and distributed energy resources redefine the power grid, once-isolated energy networks (EV chargers, solar fields, wind-turbine farms, BESS sites, microgrids etc.) have become globally interconnected ecosystems driven by cloud platforms and software-defined controls. These environments speak energy-specific languages (OCPP, IEC 61850, OpenADR) and generate vast streams of telemetry that outpace the detection capabilities of generic security tools.
To address these challenges, SaiFlow and Fortinet have partnered to deliver a unified cybersecurity solution tailored for EV charging stations and distributed energy networks, by combining SaiFlow’s contextual, energy-aware anomaly detection with Fortinet’s zero-trust network fabric and automated enforcement, the joint solution delivers:
- End-to-end visibility across IT, OT, and energy assets
- Contextual threat intelligence tuned to power-system behaviors
- Automated micro-segmentation and policy orchestration
Together, we provide operators a unified, turnkey defense for EV charging sites and DER (Distributed Energy Resources) networks – ensuring uninterrupted, resilient energy delivery in a rapidly evolving threat landscape.
The SaiFlow + Fortinet Joint Solution
Our integrated solution pairs SaiFlow’s Energy Security Platform and OCPP Security Gateway with Fortinet’s FortiGate Next-Generation Firewalls, FortiAnalyzer, and FortiManager centralized policy management to offer:
- Comprehensive Asset Discovery & Risk Management: Automatically identify all energy assets – from EV chargers to smart meters, and continuously assess vulnerabilities and risks.
- Context-Aware Zero-Trust Enforcement: Generate and deploy tailored next-generation firewall policies per asset, leveraging FortiGate NGFW and FortiManager to maintain strict segmentation and reduce attack surfaces.
- Unified Threat Detection & Response: Correlate energy telemetry with FortiGate NGFW’s and FortiAnalyzer’s network logs to detect anomalies and suspicious activity often missed by traditional systems.
- Automated Containment: Instantly isolate compromised devices or block malicious traffic through automated NGFW policy enforcement, ensuring operational continuity.
How It Works
- Asset Discovery: SaiFlow continuously maps the distributed energy network and profiles each device’s security posture.
- Data Correlation: Real-time energy telemetry and network activity logs from FortiGate NGFW are combined to detect abnormal behaviors and cyber threats.
- Centralized Visibility: Operators receive enriched, actionable alerts in a unified dashboard.
- Automated Enforcement: Tailored next-generation firewall rules are pushed automatically to FortiManager, securing the network dynamically.
- Active Containment: Fortinet next-generation firewalls block threats in real time, minimizing downtime and damage.
“Fortinet’s technology alliance partners integrate with Fortinet products and solutions to help customers attain advanced security across their infrastructure. We are pleased to have SaiFlow as a Fortinet Fabric-Ready Technology Alliance Partner, enhancing cybersecurity for EV charging and distributed energy networks and systems.”
Real-World Use Cases
- Detection of Energy Fraud & Cyber Attacks: By fusing energy data with network logs, the solution detects false data injection, unauthorized consumption, and tampered charging sessions, enabling swift investigation and mitigation.
- Dynamic Network Protection: Adaptive firewall policies continuously evolve with changing network conditions and threats, preventing lateral movement and minimizing risk.
SaiFlow’s partnership with Fortinet represents a new benchmark in securing the future of energy – delivering contextual cybersecurity built for the unique demands of EV charging and distributed energy systems.
To learn more, download the integration solution brief here