Integrating Threat Intelligence into Corporate Security Strategy: A Framework for Energy Sector Operations

• Author(s): Ayomipo Ewuola
• Paper ID: 1708887
• Page: 294-310
• Published Date: 07-06-2025
• Published In: Iconic Research And Engineering Journals
• Publisher: IRE Journals
• e-ISSN: 2456-8880
• Volume/Issue: Volume 3 Issue 8 February-2020

Abstract

The energy sector is increasingly facing sophisticated and persistent threats that span both the cyber and physical domains, making the integration of threat intelligence into corporate security strategies essential for safeguarding critical infrastructure. This review presents a comprehensive framework for incorporating threat intelligence into the corporate security architecture of energy sector operations. By analyzing the evolving threat landscape including advanced persistent threats (APTs), insider risks, and vulnerabilities in industrial control systems (ICS) and supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA) systems this underscores the inadequacy of traditional reactive security models. Instead, it emphasizes a proactive and intelligence-driven approach. The proposed framework includes key components such as the classification and sourcing of threat intelligence (strategic, operational, tactical, and technical), alignment with regulatory requirements (e.g., NERC CIP, ISO/IEC 27001), and integration with existing technologies like Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) systems and Threat Intelligence Platforms (TIPs). It advocates for cross-functional governance, robust information-sharing mechanisms, and the use of advanced analytics to transform raw data into actionable insights. Additionally, the framework incorporates threat intelligence into incident response protocols, thereby improving response times and resilience. The study also outlines a phased implementation roadmap tailored for energy organizations, focusing on capacity building, stakeholder engagement, and performance metrics such as mean time to detect (MTTD) and mean time to respond (MTTR). Key challenges such as interoperability, data privacy concerns, and threat intelligence fatigue are addressed to ensure sustainable adoption. Ultimately, the integration of threat intelligence enhances situational awareness, supports informed decision-making, and strengthens overall security posture. This provides both strategic insights and practical tools for energy sector stakeholders aiming to transition from reactive defenses to an anticipatory security model that mitigates risk and ensures continuity of operations.

Keywords

Integrating, Threat intelligence, Corporate security, Strategy, Framework, Energy sector operations

Citations

IRE Journals:
Ayomipo Ewuola "Integrating Threat Intelligence into Corporate Security Strategy: A Framework for Energy Sector Operations" Iconic Research And Engineering Journals Volume 3 Issue 8 2020 Page 294-310

IEEE:
Ayomipo Ewuola "Integrating Threat Intelligence into Corporate Security Strategy: A Framework for Energy Sector Operations" Iconic Research And Engineering Journals, 3(8)