Worldwide Operational Technology Security Services 2026 Vendor Assessment

This document is an IDC MarketScape report that assesses 21 vendors providing operational technology (OT) security services globally. It categorizes these vendors into four distinct provider categories, each with different approaches to OT security. The report outlines the evolving landscape of the OT security services market, emphasizing the increasing importance of regulatory pressures and nation-state threats that are reshaping procurement urgency. It discusses the implications of IT/OT convergence and the challenges posed by a scarcity of qualified OT security talent. Furthermore, the report highlights the role of AI in OT security operations and the need for measurable outcomes in service delivery. The document also includes vendor inclusion criteria, advising technology buyers on establishing internal ownership of OT security, requiring specific practitioner credentials, and sequencing their OT programs effectively. Overall, the report provides a comprehensive analysis of the current state and future directions of the OT security services market.