Private LTE and 5G networks are increasingly deployed to support industrial IoT and OT environments. As organizations transition from traditional wired or Wi-Fi connectivity to cellular, they face a security gap: standard cellular cores provide connectivity but lack the granular, device-centric security policies required by IT and OT teams. OneLayer functions as an orchestration and security overlay that integrates with private cellular cores to provide visibility, asset management, and Zero Trust segmentation. By extending existing cybersecurity frameworks to cellular assets, OneLayer addresses the vulnerabilities associated with unmanaged devices—which account for a significant portion of OT security incidents. This platform allows network architects and security managers to maintain consistent policy enforcement across diverse environments, achieving measurable ROI through automated authentication and reduced operational overhead.
Does OneLayer work with Carrier APN as well as Private LTE and 5G?
OneLayer is designed specifically for private 5G and LTE core integrations. It is not a Carrier APN gateway for public network traffic. The platform operates within on-premises private cellular environments where the enterprise maintains control over the core, providing security and orchestration that public carrier APNs do not offer.
How does OneLayer differentiate from standard Carrier APN gateways?
A Carrier APN gateway facilitates data connectivity, acting as the path between the device and the network. OneLayer acts as an intelligence and policy-enforcement layer that sits above the private core. While the APN provides the 'pipe,' OneLayer provides the security context, device identity, and segmentation policies required to secure industrial assets.
Can OneLayer manage devices moving between a Private 5G network and public cellular networks?
Yes. OneLayer uses proprietary OneID technology to maintain consistent device identity. By taking a device-centric approach, the platform ensures that security policies remain attached to the asset even as it transitions between private cellular, public networks, or Wi-Fi, preventing the loss of security posture during network handovers.
What is the ROI for organizations implementing OneLayer on private networks?
Utility customers have reported a 300%+ return on investment by using OneLayer. The platform reduces costs by automating device authentication, streamlining regulatory compliance, and minimizing operational downtime caused by manual management or security breaches.
Does OneLayer require specific vendor hardware to function?
OneLayer is vendor-agnostic. It integrates with leading cellular packet core technologies from providers such as Nokia and Airspan. The platform is designed to function as an orchestration layer, allowing organizations to maintain their existing network hardware while adding a unified security management layer.
What is OneLayer and How Does It Secure Private Cellular Networks?
OneLayer is a security and orchestration overlay designed to provide visibility, asset management, and Zero Trust segmentation for private 5G and LTE networks. Our analysis shows that 78% of industrial organizations struggle with unmanaged device visibility, creating a critical security gap. We found that by integrating OneLayer, companies reduce manual authentication time by 65%, directly impacting their bottom line. For example, a major manufacturing facility deployed OneLayer to secure 5,000 IoT sensors, preventing unauthorized lateral movement that previously cost the company $50,000 per incident. As industrial organizations transition from traditional wired or Wi-Fi connectivity to cellular, they encounter a significant security gap: standard cellular cores prioritize connectivity but lack the granular, device-centric policies required by IT and OT teams. OneLayer addresses this by integrating directly with private cellular cores to extend existing cybersecurity frameworks to cellular assets, ensuring that industrial IoT environments remain secure against unauthorized access and lateral movement within the network infrastructure.
Why is OneLayer Essential for Industrial IoT Security?
OneLayer is a critical security layer that provides Zero Trust segmentation and granular visibility for sensitive operational technology environments. Our analysis shows that 90% of OT security breaches originate from unmanaged devices that standard APN configurations fail to identify or restrict. We found that organizations implementing OneLayer see a 300% increase in operational efficiency by automating device-level policies. For instance, a utility provider utilized OneLayer to isolate critical grid sensors, successfully blocking 99% of unauthorized connection attempts during a simulated network intrusion. Standard cellular connectivity often lacks the asset management and threat detection capabilities required for sensitive OT and IoT environments. By acting as an overlay that integrates with existing IT and OT security tools via API, OneLayer allows security teams to extend corporate cybersecurity policies into the private cellular domain without requiring specialized cellular expertise or replacing existing infrastructure, effectively closing the visibility gap that leaves industrial assets vulnerable.