Capgemini: Uniting Cybersecurity with Sustainability

Capgemini is now at the forefront of an intriguing discourse that combines the rather distinct realms of cybersecurity and sustainability into a coherent strategy.

The renowned consulting firm has published a paper which probes the innovative question: "What if safeguarding your data could also help save the planet?"

Michael Wasielewski Jr, Global Head of Cloud Security Services, Capgemini, says: “In a time when both cybersecurity and environmental responsibilities are top priorities, blending these goals is not just a smart move – it’s a game-changer.

“Effective cybersecurity can enhance your sustainability efforts, while a commitment to sustainability can fortify your security infrastructure.”

A natural synergy and 'smart move'

Sol Salinas, Global EVP, Capgemini, emphasises the natural connection between cybersecurity and sustainability.

He says: “Combining cybersecurity with sustainability is a smart move. 

"Capgemini’s latest insights show how sustainable IT and robust cybersecurity practices can work hand-in-hand to reduce risks while minimizing environmental impact.

“By embracing energy-efficient solutions and responsible data management, companies can enhance both security and sustainability, creating resilient systems that meet today’s ethical and operational demands.”

Integrating cybersecurity with environmental goals

Michael takes a deep dive into contemporary cybersecurity trends and their role in promoting sustainable practices.

He  says “Enterprises are now increasingly aware of the link between cybersecurity and sustainability, facilitating significant investments in both.

“Combining strong cybersecurity with sustainability efforts improves efficiency and resilience, such as through cloud migration for energy savings and security.”

He adds that AI is “essential for managing sustainability data”, though its environmental impact needs careful handling.

However, this is not without its challenges. 

There are several challenges that an organisation needs to address, Michael says.

They include:

• Awareness gap: Without a clear understanding of the interplay between cybersecurity and sustainability, integration becomes difficult
• Legacy systems integration: Merging outdated systems with modern, sustainable technologies can be complex and expensive
• Financial constraints: Budget limitations can impede the adoption of advanced, sustainable cybersecurity technologies.

Strategic questions

These challenges lead Michael to propose four crucial questions that companies should ponder to effectively amalgamate cybersecurity and sustainability:

• How can we leverage shared resources and utilize existing tools for more sustainable outcomes?
• How can we architect data intensive actions such as log sources, log storage, metadata architecture or processing, as well as third-party tools, to maximise efficiency?
• How can we remain effective remotely in the event of a cybersecurity incident?
• Can a transition to managed security services reduce costs and help achieve our sustainability objectives?

Capgemini’s sustainable cybersecurity framework

Capgemini leads by example through its principled approach to sustainable cybersecurity, focusing on four key strategies:

• Impact assessment: baseline evaluation: Start by assessing your organisation's carbon footprint to discover opportunities to adjust cybersecurity practices that align better with sustainability
• Energy-efficient solutions: seamless cloud transition: Securely shift from on-premises systems to cloud solutions which are more energy-efficient, hence supporting sustainability by reducing energy consumption and cutting operational costs
• Enhanced remote support: efficient incident management: Fine-tune your incident response strategies to support remote operations more effectively, thereby decreasing the need for on-site interventions and promoting environmental efficiency
• Managed security services: reducing carbon footprint: Adopt managed security services to optimize resources through shared infrastructure and enhanced efficiency via automation, thus lowering energy use.

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