SCADA, IT and cyber security services
IT and SCADA services for ongoing operations
Reliable communication for PV and wind energy plants, BESS and substations
For photovoltaic and wind energy plants, BESS and substations to communicate reliably during operation, continuous maintenance and regular checks of the plant IT are essential. Firmware versions, configurations and interfaces are constantly changing – and with them the requirements for security, stability and cyber security.
With our IT and SCADA services, we support you in keeping plant communication stable and secure – whether stand-alone or as a co-location project.
Our Services overview
We advise you on all IT and network security topics, according to your plant setup.
greenCARE – firmware updates & network security
With greenCARE, we ensure the backup, updating and protection of your plant’s IT and network infrastructure.
This minimizes security vulnerabilities early on and creates the foundation for rapid and structured recovery in the event of a fault. Secure remote access via the greentech VPN service “greenACCESS” is required for the implementation of remote services.
Core services:
- Network configuration archiving & backups: Backup of relevant network configurations and encrypted storage on greentech servers
- Firmware updates: Proactive review and installation of new firmware versions; release after laboratory testing for security and functionality
- Network monitoring: Optional monitoring of key parameters of routers, firewalls and switches including fault notifications
- Various service packages with annual basic services and (depending on the package) additional services according to individual requirements.
Power plant IT security audit
The Power plant IT security audit creates transparency about the status of your communication infrastructure.
Vulnerabilities and risks become visible and can be addressed in a targeted manner.
Core services:
- Analysis of networking, internet connectivity and access permissions
- Presentation as a single-line diagram including names/locations of end devices
- Derivation of recommendations for the fastest possible remediation
Additional consulting services
With our consulting services for SCADA, plant IT and cyber security, we support you additionally and individually on selected topics related to plant communication and IT security – as needed.
Possible services:
- Individually tailored security concepts
- Creation/revision of documentation and network plans
- Support for unplanned outages (remote diagnosis, in-depth analysis, troubleshooting)
- Consulting and implementation of suitable software solutions
- Individual training on power plant IT and IT security
When does accompanying IT and SCADA service support make sense?
When you want to reduce security risks during operations
When there is no clear responsibility for updates and IT security
During ongoing operations, firmware and security updates are often neglected because responsibilities and processes are not clearly defined. Accompanying service take over the regular review and implementation in a structured manner – including preliminary checks and tests, so that updates are carried out in a controlled manner.
When you need to be operational again quickly after a fault
When you need transparency about your communication infrastructure
When multiple parties access the plant (EPC, O&M, direct marketer, grid operator)
When you modernize or expand existing plants (PV, BESS, substation / co-location)
When regulatory requirements and security standards become more relevant
Whether CI proximity, internal compliance or requirements from insurers/investors: security topics are increasingly subject to verification and documentation requirements during operations. An audit and ongoing services help to keep the status traceable.
4 Good Reasons for SCADA and IT services from greentech
Transparency instead of black box
We create an overview of status, anomalies and potential risks in SCADA and plant IT – so you can prioritize and act with confidence.
Updates & Security monitored for you
Renewables focus instead of off-the-shelf IT
Continuous support throughout the plant lifecycle
Developing a new project or modernising your existing plant?
If you want to set up, modernize or adapt your SCADA and IT infrastructure as part of revamping, repowering or hybridisation measures, we are happy to support you with the conecpt and implementation. More about our services related to the setup, integration and connection of secure and reliable communication and control technology can be found here:
RELIABLE SCADA AND IT SOLUTIONS FOR RENEWABLE ENERGY POWER STATIONS
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Questions & Answers
Frequently asked questions about secure operations, updates, system monitoring and IT security.
What does IT and SCADA service mean during ongoing operations?
For which plant types is the service suitable?
What is greenCARE – and what is typically included?
greenCARE is an accompanying service for the ongoing operation of your plant IT and network infrastructure for PV and wind energy plants, battery storage systems (BESS) and substations (UW). The goal is to keep systems up to date and secure and to support rapid, structured recovery in the event of a fault. Typically, greenCARE includes network configuration archiving and backups (including encrypted storage), proactive review and implementation of relevant firmware and security updates with release after laboratory testing, and system monitoring of central components such as routers, firewalls and switches including notification in the event of a fault. Depending on requirements, greenCARE is available in different service packages.
Do I need secure remote access for IT and SCADA Service?
What does a power plant IT security audit specifically provide?
Can't field service handle IT and SCADA service during inspections?
Are there fixed response times or SLAs?
How does the collaboration typically work?
Is cyber security only relevant for Critical Infrastructure (CI) plants?
Does greentech also support new developments or modernisation of SCADA and IT infrastructure?
Yes. If you want to set up, modernise or adapt your SCADA and IT infrastructure as part of revamping or repowering measures, we also support you with conecpts and implementation.
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Why work with greentech?
Years of experience
Employees active in 6 European countries
Projects in the development pipeline
Ground-mounted PV systems built
in technical consulting
in operational management
Your Specialists for SCADA & IT at greentech
Viola Hoffmann
Commercial Head of Engineering
Max Langkabel
Manager Power Plant IT & ICS
Joern Carstensen
Chief Technical Officer (CTO)
In his role, Jörn Carstensen combines the management of all technical areas of the greentech group. As CTO, he is responsible for plant construction, engineering services and technical management. The aim is to create uniform standards and processes across all technical areas at greentech, thereby ensuring company-wide synergies, high quality and the greatest possible transparency.
Jörn Carstensen joined greentech in 2014 as Business Development Manager. In addition to developing various European markets, he built up the Engineering and Technical Advisory division. From 2006 to 2014, he worked for the Conergy Group in various international corporate and business development positions. Prior to that, he worked for a consulting unit of Accenture and supported utility companies in strategic and organisational issues. Jörn Carstensen holds a degree in Industrial Engineering with a specialisation in Energy and Environmental Management from the Universities of Flensburg and Southampton.
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