NEVERHACK + Infosim® | Smart, Automated, Secure
The Challenge: Energy Digitalisation in Spain
OT security in the energy sector has become a strategic priority as Spain accelerates the digitalisation of its electrical infrastructure.
Thousands of medium-voltage transformation centres, located in both urban and rural areas, now operate as more than voltage converters. They also act as critical communication nodes, connecting smart meters to energy providers’ data centres.
These sites rely on industrial-grade routers connected through 3G mobile networks. However, the progressive shutdown of 3G networks has created an urgent challenge.
Energy providers must now replace thousands of devices with 4G and 5G routers. This transition must happen quickly, without disrupting operations, and while maintaining strict cybersecurity controls.
Traditional replacement processes are manual and time-consuming. They require on-site configuration and direct access to critical systems. As a result, they increase operational risk and expand the attack surface.
The solution: NEVERHACK x Infosim®
To address this challenge, NEVERHACK and Infosim® joined forces to deliver a secure and scalable automation model designed specifically for Operational Technology (OT) environments.
By combining Infosim®’s StableNet® platform with NEVERHACK’s cybersecurity expertise, organisations can remotely manage and provision thousands of routers in a fully automated and secure manner.
Key capabilities
- Zero Touch Provisioning (ZTP): Devices automatically configure themselves upon activation. Technicians only perform physical replacement. All configuration tasks are executed remotely.
- Security by Design: The solution eliminates the need for direct SSH, Telnet, or serial access. This significantly reduces exposure and protects critical infrastructure.
- Multi-vendor Compatibility: The platform supports diverse hardware models across complex industrial ecosystems.
- Centralised and Scalable Management: Firmware updates, configuration changes, and monitoring are executed from a single control platform.
Real-World Deployment in Spain
The joint solution was validated in a pilot project with a major Spanish energy provider.
The deployment involved ruggedised industrial routers built for extreme conditions, including heat, humidity, electromagnetic interference, and dust.
The outcome was clear:
- Fully automated device rollout
- Reduced operational downtime
- Improved security posture
- Alignment with Spanish energy regulations
The project demonstrated that automation and cybersecurity can coexist without compromising resilience.
A collaborative ecosystem
Infosim®, a recognised provider of network and service management solutions, delivers automation and visibility through its StableNet® platform.
NEVERHACK, as official representative and integrator in Spain, ensures cybersecurity alignment, regulatory compliance, and technical implementation tailored to critical infrastructure environments.
Securing the Future of Energy Infrastructure
Modernising national energy networks requires more than connectivity upgrades. It demands secure, automated, and scalable deployment models.
The joint solution from NEVERHACK and Infosim® accelerates the transition to 4G/5G infrastructure while protecting critical assets.
In an era of increasing cyber threats, automation without security is not an option. Secure automation is the only sustainable path forward.
