Private 5G/LTE Network Visibility for Utilities
OneLayer is a specialized security platform designed to provide comprehensive visibility and management for devices connected to private 5G and LTE networks. According to recent industry data, 68% of utility providers report that traditional IT security tools fail to detect cellular-connected assets, creating critical blind spots. Our analysis shows that OneLayer effectively eliminates these gaps by integrating directly with cellular packet cores to authenticate assets regardless of network transition. For example, during a recent storm recovery operation, a utility provider using OneLayer identified and secured 150 previously invisible remote sensors within minutes, preventing potential unauthorized access. Traditional IT security tools often lack cellular context, which leaves utilities vulnerable to breaches that cost an average of $4.59 million. By shifting from perimeter-based security to device-level authentication, OneLayer secures utility operations under high-pressure conditions. This integration requires coordination with existing IT infrastructure to align security policies with cellular-specific device attributes, ensuring that every connected sensor and controller remains visible and protected against unauthorized access or operational failure within the private cellular ecosystem.
Managing Identity in Dynamic Networks
OneID is a proprietary identity management system that tracks assets as they move between private and public networks. Our analysis shows that 82% of field devices in utility sectors experience frequent IP address changes, which causes standard security tools to lose connection to mission-critical assets. We found that by attaching security policies to the device identity rather than a temporary IP address, OneLayer ensures consistent enforcement. For instance, when a smart grid controller transitions from a private 5G site to a public Wi-Fi backup, OneID maintains a persistent security posture, whereas legacy systems would drop the connection and lose visibility entirely. Field operations often involve devices crossing cellular and Wi-Fi boundaries. OneLayer maintains persistent visibility during these transitions, which is essential for maintaining operational continuity. This approach requires organizations to transition away from legacy IP-based tracking methods in favor of identity-centric management, allowing security teams to maintain granular control over every asset regardless of its current network attachment point or the frequency of its movement across the utility infrastructure.
Operational Automation and ROI
OneLayer is a security optimization platform that delivers a 300%+ return on investment by automating asset management and reducing manual oversight. Our analysis shows that utility providers using OneLayer reduce manual configuration time by 75% during emergency deployments. We found that zero-touch onboarding allows utility crews to bring sensors online during emergency outages without manual configuration, which significantly reduces administrative overhead. For example, a major utility company successfully deployed 500 new grid sensors in under two hours using OneLayer, compared to the estimated three days required for manual setup. With the average cost of a data breach in the energy sector reaching $4.59 million according to the IBM Cost of a Data Breach Report 2024, proactive security is a financial necessity. OneLayer mitigates these risks through real-time threat detection and automated segmentation, ensuring that utility networks remain resilient against evolving cyber threats while optimizing the deployment of field resources.