Switch CERT

Security you can trust

At the Swiss universities and universities of applied sciences, the future visions, ideas, and products take root and grow. The easy collaboration with peers and unhindered, secure connectivity to the whole world is key to their success.
Because Switch believes that researchers and students need to be connected to the world, Switch CERT was created for the Swiss universities immediately after the introduction of the Internet in Switzerland. Since then, Switch CERT protects the academic members and their IT infrastructure.

Together with its academic partners' IT security staff and international partners around the world, Switch CERT works diligently to keep the Swiss academia safe and criminals out.
Switch CERT's security experts analyse the relevant information to detect and mitigate cyber threats against your academic network.

With the help of our national and international partner network, we provide the necessary head start when new threats arise.

Our expertise, your advantage

Independent and transparent
For over 25 years, Switch has been ensuring internet security. As a non-profit Swiss foundation, we operate independently and are not beholden to any software or hardware providers.

Expertise Through Synergies
We monitor activities within the Swiss academic network and collaborate with clients in finance, industry, and the energy sector. This provides us with a unique perspective on the global cyber threat landscape.

Improving Together
By operating and monitoring the Swiss NREN, the registry and collaboration with the financial, industrial and energy sectors Switch CERT offers unique benefits in the fight against cyber criminals.

Our service at a glance

• Incident response and coordination
• Permanent monitoring of the network to identify security problems
• Information on the latest security issues
• Regular meetings, training courses and workshops
• Advice and advisories in emergency situations
• Development of innovative security mechanisms
• Forensic investigations
• Security Awareness

Testimonials:

" As the foundation of the Swiss universities, Switch knows the needs of the universities and their cyber security very well, compared to commercial providers. "

-Marco Gersbacher
Head of ICT Infrastructure, University of Basel

Cyber security services trusted by the financial industry

One of the biggest motivations of cybercrime is money. Unsurprisingly, banks and in particular e-banking customers are attractive targets for criminals. Switch provides a tailored service for Swiss banks, helping them in the fight against criminals with its specialized expertise.

Customers of Switch CERT (Computer Emergency Response Team) have fewer and shorter incidents and thus lower costs. They are in control of the situation and have access to the know-how of an entire team of security experts for a fraction of the price.

This makes Switch the ideal partner for Swiss financial companies when it comes to local threat intelligence, detection and incident response. Switch CERT supports the financial sector in two key tasks: fighting cybercrime and ensuring compliance.

Neutral and Transparent Organisation
Switch is a non-profit Swiss foundation without any bindings to manufacturers or suppliers. Our neutrality allows us to place customer needs at the centre of our work.

National Competence Centre for Cyber Security
Customers of Switch-CERT benefit from direct access to the expertise of a 20-member local team of leading experts.

Unique Synergies and Detailed Threat Information
Switch creates unique synergies through its NREN and registry activities and provides detailed threat information from the monitoring of the Swiss academic network with over 400,000 users, enabling an accurate assessment of the threat landscape."

Testimonials:

"Switch offers managed security services that complement our competencies and resources perfectly. Thanks to our long-standing collaboration, our colleagues at Switch know our special requirements."
 

Dr. Gerd Mann
Head IT, Paul Scherrer Institute

Reliable Security for Industry and Logistics

The industrial and logistics sector is undergoing digital transformation and faces a complex and ever-growing threat landscape. Organisational complexity, the use of vulnerable third-party systems, and production facilities not designed to withstand cyber-attacks provide cyber criminals with opportunities to exploit vulnerabilities. Intellectual property theft and production disruption are the biggest cyber risks for the sector.

Various studies indicate that companies in Switzerland continue to underestimate the threat posed by a cyber-attack. Switch supports its clients in addressing the increasing challenges of preventing and responding to attacks.

Leading Role in OT Security and Interdisciplinary Security Expertise
As one As one of the most versatile security competence centres in Switzerland, Switch offers comprehensive expertise in IT, OT, and ICS security. From incident detection and response to threat analysis and hunting, malware analysis, and security awareness – we are leaders in OT security. the most versatile centres of security excellence in Switzerland, we offer a wide range of IT, OT and ICS security expertise in incident detection and response, threat analysis and hunting, domain security, malware analysis, forensics, big data processing and security awareness.

National and International Networking
As part of a global network, Switch facilitates the exchange of warnings about cyber threats. Our close cooperation with the National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) ensures national and international collaborative networking for effective security measures.

Independence, Transparency, and Unique Cyber Threat Data
For over 25 years, Switch has stood for enhanced internet security and operates as a non-profit foundation independent of manufacturers or suppliers. Thanks to access to unique, comprehensive threat data, orchestrated from the entire Swiss university network, the domain registration office, and various sectors, we accompany the industry and logistics sector as a strong partner in cyber security."

Testimonials:

I appreciate the professional collaboration with Switch. They support us in a competent and straightforward manner in the area of cyber security.

Jan Hohenauer
Deputy CISO, SBB Swiss Federal Railways

Protecting Critical Infrastructure in the Energy Sector

Amidst the digital transformation, the energy sector faces a complex and ever-growing threat landscape. Trends like interconnected devices provide organized cybercrime with more opportunities to exploit vulnerabilities. Several studies indicate that electricity and gas companies in Switzerland still underestimate the risk and impact of a cyberattack.

Specialized Security Expertise for the Energy Sector
Within our comprehensive Security Competence Center, we offer specialized IT, OT, and ICS security expertise tailored to the requirements of the energy sector. From Incident Detection & Response to Threat Analysis & Hunting, as well as Domain Security and Big Data Processing – we understand the specific challenges faced by the energy industry.

Industry-Specific Networking and Collaboration
As part of a global network, Switch promotes the exchange of alerts and insights about cyber threats, particularly in close cooperation with the National Cyber Security Center (NCSC). Our industry-specific networking ensures effective security measures for the energy sector.

Independence and Unique Cyber Threat Data
For over 25 years, Switch has been championing internet security as a nonprofit foundation independent of manufacturers or suppliers. By managing the entire university network of Switzerland, the domain registration authority, and through intensive collaboration with the energy sector and international partners, Switch possesses unique threat data specifically orchestrated for the energy industry.

Testimonials:

"Trust is the new gold. That's why we rely on the CERT of Switch."
 

Wolfgang Korosec, 

Head of IT and CIO, Sankt Galler Stadtwerke

silvio.oertli@switch.ch

michael.fuchs@switch.ch