Cybersecurity & Managed IT Services for Oil & Gas in Texas

The Texas oil and gas industry operates some of the most critical infrastructure in the nation. From drilling operations in the Permian Basin to refining complexes along the Gulf Coast and pipeline networks spanning thousands of miles, energy companies depend on interconnected IT and operational technology (OT) systems that are increasingly targeted by sophisticated cyber adversaries.

At CoreRecon, we provide managed cybersecurity and IT services specifically designed for the oil and gas sector. We understand the operational realities of energy production — where cybersecurity failures can lead not only to data breaches but to physical safety incidents, environmental damage, and regulatory action.

Why Oil and Gas Companies Face Unique Cyber Threats

The energy sector has experienced a dramatic escalation in cyberattacks. Nation-state actors and criminal organizations target oil and gas companies for espionage, financial gain, and geopolitical disruption. The convergence of information technology (IT) and operational technology (OT) creates attack paths that can move from corporate email systems to industrial control systems that manage drilling, refining, and pipeline operations.

SCADA systems, programmable logic controllers (PLCs), distributed control systems (DCS), and remote terminal units (RTUs) were designed for reliability and safety — not cybersecurity. Many legacy OT systems cannot be patched, lack authentication, and communicate over unencrypted protocols. As these systems connect to corporate networks and cloud platforms for monitoring and analytics, they become vulnerable to attacks that were once impossible.

Energy Operations We Serve

CoreRecon serves oil and gas companies across the Texas energy value chain, including exploration and production (E&P) companies, midstream pipeline and gathering operations, refineries and petrochemical plants, oilfield services companies, energy trading and marketing firms, renewable energy operations, including wind and solar, and natural gas processing and distribution companies.

CoreRecon’s Cybersecurity Services for Energy

24/7 SOC Monitoring for IT and OT Networks

Our 24/7 Security Operations Center monitors both IT and OT network segments for threats. We deploy monitoring solutions that understand industrial protocols and can detect anomalous SCADA commands, unauthorized access to control systems, and lateral movement between IT and OT environments — all without disrupting critical operations.

Network Architecture for IT/OT Segmentation

CoreRecon’s network architecture team designs and implements segmented network environments that properly isolate OT systems from corporate IT networks. We follow the Purdue Enterprise Reference Architecture (PERA) model and IEC 62443 standards to create defense-in-depth architectures appropriate for energy operations.

Penetration Testing

Our penetration testing services evaluate your external and internal attack surfaces with methodologies designed for energy environments. We identify vulnerabilities in remote access systems, VPN configurations, vendor connections, and corporate-to-OT network pathways.

Security Assessments and Compliance

CoreRecon’s security assessment services evaluate your cybersecurity posture against NIST CSF, TSA Pipeline Security Directives, NERC CIP requirements, and API cybersecurity standards. We provide prioritized remediation roadmaps that address your highest risks first.

Incident Response for Energy Operations

Our incident response team is trained to handle security incidents in energy environments where containment must balance cybersecurity objectives with operational safety and environmental protection. We coordinate response activities that stop attacks without creating unsafe conditions in industrial processes.

Regulatory Compliance for Texas Energy Companies

Oil and gas companies face a growing web of cybersecurity regulations. The TSA Pipeline Security Directives, issued after major pipeline incidents, impose specific cybersecurity requirements on pipeline operators, including network segmentation, access controls, monitoring, and incident response. NERC CIP standards apply to energy companies connected to the bulk electric system. The NIST Cybersecurity Framework serves as the foundational standard referenced by most energy regulators. Texas SB 2610 creates additional cybersecurity obligations for organizations operating critical infrastructure in the state.

CoreRecon helps energy companies navigate all of these requirements with unified compliance programs that reduce duplication and administrative burden.

Managed IT Services for Energy Companies

CoreRecon provides managed IT services designed for the distributed, field-heavy operations typical of oil and gas companies. Our services include network management across corporate offices, field locations, and remote sites with reliable connectivity over satellite and cellular links where wireline is unavailable, secure remote access for field engineers and operations staff, cloud services with appropriate security controls for energy data, endpoint management across rugged field devices and office workstations, backup and disaster recovery solutions designed for operational continuity, and help desk support that understands energy operations workflows.

Why Texas Energy Companies Choose CoreRecon

CoreRecon understands energy. As a veteran-owned cybersecurity firm headquartered in Corpus Christi — at the heart of the Texas energy corridor — we have firsthand experience with the operational, regulatory, and geographic challenges facing energy companies. With 30+ years of cybersecurity experience and the mission-focused discipline of a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business, we provide the trusted partnership that energy companies need. We serve energy operations across Houston, San Antonio, Dallas, the Permian Basin, the Eagle Ford Shale, and the entire Texas Gulf Coast.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the TSA Pipeline Security Directives?

Issued by the Transportation Security Administration, these directives require pipeline operators to implement specific cybersecurity measures, including network segmentation, access controls, continuous monitoring, and incident response capabilities. Non-compliance can result in enforcement actions and operational restrictions.

How does CoreRecon protect SCADA and OT systems?

We implement network segmentation to isolate OT from IT, deploy OT-aware monitoring solutions, configure industrial firewalls and data diodes, and establish change management controls for industrial control systems — all without disrupting operational processes.

Does CoreRecon have experience with energy industry cybersecurity?

Yes. CoreRecon is headquartered in Corpus Christi, one of the largest energy hubs in Texas, and has extensive experience securing IT and OT environments for energy operations across the state.

What frameworks should oil and gas companies use for cybersecurity?

Most energy companies should align with the NIST Cybersecurity Framework as their primary framework, supplemented by IEC 62443 for industrial control systems, TSA directives for pipeline operations, and NERC CIP for entities connected to the electric grid.

How can energy companies protect remote field locations?

CoreRecon secures remote sites through encrypted communications, hardware VPN appliances, zero-trust network access, automated patching for remote systems, and centralized monitoring from our 24/7 SOC.

Protect Your Energy Operations Today

The stakes in energy cybersecurity are among the highest in any industry. CoreRecon delivers the specialized security expertise your operations demand. Contact us at (800) 955-2596 or request a free consultation.