What Specific Cybersecurity Risks Does Epic IT Protect Perth Mining Companies From?

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With the increasing integration of IT and Operational Technology (OT) systems in the resources sector, Perth mining companies are more exposed than ever to sophisticated cyber threats. At Epic IT, we specialise in delivering tailored, proactive cybersecurity solutions for mining companies across WA.

Our cybersecurity approach is designed to protect critical systems, prevent operational disruptions, and ensure your business remains compliant and resilient.

1. OT Cybersecurity for Mining Sites

Modern mining operations rely heavily on Operational Technology (OT)—such as SCADA systems, PLCs, and industrial control systems—which are highly vulnerable to cyberattacks if not properly protected.

Epic IT defends your OT environment by:

Implementing segmented network architectures to isolate OT from IT
Deploying real-time threat detection systems for operational environments
Enforcing role-based access controls and privileged access restrictions
Auditing and monitoring all device and network activity

This ensures that your production systems are not compromised by external or internal cyber threats.

2. Mining Data Protection

Your intellectual property is your competitive edge. Epic IT protects sensitive mining data such as:

Exploration data and geological modelling
Operational insights and mine plans
Production forecasts and proprietary algorithms

We safeguard your data with:

Military-grade encryption
Secure cloud and on-site backups
Automated disaster recovery systems
Data loss prevention (DLP) tools to stop unauthorised sharing

3. Ransomware Protection for Mining

Ransomware can cripple mining operations and lead to costly downtime and reputational damage. Epic IT provides multi-layered ransomware protection that includes:

Advanced endpoint detection & response (EDR)
24/7 monitoring and alerting
Email and DNS filtering to block malicious payloads
Immutable backup systems for rapid recovery

We help ensure your operations continue, even under attack.

4. Cybersecurity Compliance for Mining Operations

Perth mining companies are subject to evolving cybersecurity and data privacy regulations. Epic IT helps you stay compliant with frameworks such as:

Essential Eight
ISO 27001
SMB1001 (Small and Medium Business security baseline)
WA-specific mining regulations and reporting obligations

Our team ensures your security posture aligns with industry best practices and audit requirements.

5. Cybersecurity Training for Mining Staff

Your people are your first line of defence. Epic IT runs tailored cybersecurity awareness training for mining teams, covering:

Phishing and social engineering detection
Device and password hygiene
Incident response basics
OT-specific security practices

This reduces human error and builds a cyber-aware workforce.

Why Epic IT?

At Epic IT, we prioritise being an IT company that you can trust to make the difference. We aren’t just a Cyber Security company, we are a company you can depend on for all your IT needs.

If you’re curious about a company offering IT support in Perth – Learn about our MSP Solutions here.

If you’re curious about more of our Mining Solutions – Learn more about Mining Solutions here.

At Epic IT, our specialists focus on long-term solutions for your business.

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