SITA, a global leader in air transport technology, has launched a new cybersecurity solution, SITA Managed NAC (Network Access Control), to protect mission-critical infrastructure for airports and airlines. The solution addresses the rising demand for secure and reliable access for both users and assets.
With increasing threats to digital infrastructure, especially in complex environments like airports, SITA Managed NAC provides enhanced protection for Local Area Network (LAN) and Wireless LAN communications.
The solution includes added layers of identification checks and network segmentation to ensure compliance with industry security standards while maintaining operational efficiency and safeguarding passenger systems.
“Demand for secure and reliable network access controls is higher than ever, particularly in airports where device segregation is critical in different security zones,” said Martin Smillie, SITA’s SVP for Communications and Data Exchange. “As external threats to digital infrastructure escalate, this solution ensures that essential communication systems remain secure, with built-in safeguards at access points and switches.”
SITA Managed NAC enhances cybersecurity resilience by providing complete visibility and control over communication networks. It offers granular network access controls, detailed logging capabilities, and the ability to quarantine non-compliant devices. This helps airports and airlines comply with cybersecurity standards recommended by authorities like the US Transportation Security Agency (TSA) and the Airports Council International (ACI).
Additionally, the solution integrates seamlessly with SITA’s Campus Network product and uses Cisco’s Identity Services Engine (ISE) platform to enforce identity-based access controls. By adopting a Zero Trust security model, SITA Managed NAC ensures that every access request is continuously authenticated, authorized, and validated, reducing the risk of unauthorized access and breaches.
