Cybersecure development & digital risk assessment for rail
Build secure-by-design rail systems and manage evolving digital risks with DNV’s rail-focused services, integrating cybersecurity into development and assessing vulnerabilities across your digital ecosystem.
Cybersecure development & digital risk assessment for rail
Challenges in rail cybersecurity and digital risk
As rail systems become increasingly digital, cybersecurity and risk management must be embedded from the earliest design stages through to operation. From on-board control systems and IoT-enabled infrastructure to cloud platforms and automated control systems, vulnerabilities can compromise safety, security, and regulatory compliance.
Emerging regulations such as the NIS2 Directive, Cyber Resilience Act, and evolving standards like IEC 62443, TS 50701, ISO 27001, and the future IEC 63452 are shaping the requirements for cybersecurity in rail. Meeting these demands requires both secure development practices and a clear understanding of the full digital risk landscape.
How our combined services support you
DNV provides integrated services to help rail operators and suppliers stay secure and resilient:
- Cybersecure development lifecycle (SDLC) services
We assess cybersecurity maturity, evaluate development processes against IEC 62443, TS 50701, ISO 27001, and NIST frameworks, and integrate security into the entire development lifecycle, from requirements gathering through to post-deployment support. - Digital risk assessment services
We map your digital assets, identify associated risks, and evaluate controls across cybersecurity, privacy, data protection, and operational continuity domains. Our assessments consider IT/OT integration, regulatory compliance, and the wider threat landscape.
Trusted experts in rail cybersecurity and risk
DNV brings deep expertise in both functional safety and cybersecurity, aligning secure software development with safety-critical systems and digital risk governance.
We help clients meet procurement and regulatory expectations, reduce late-stage rework, and strengthen resilience against both technical and operational threats.
Benefits of our cybersecure development and digital risk assessment services
- Reduce vulnerabilities in deployed systems.
- Gain a comprehensive view of digital risks and exposures.
- Increase team awareness of security and risk management best practices.
- Enable secure product design aligned with rail safety and cybersecurity standards.
- Prioritize actions with risk-based recommendations.
- Improve compliance with rail sector, data protection, and cybersecurity laws.
Build long-term trust and operational resilience.
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