Space systems are critical infrastructure, and they support other critical infrastructure: finance, energy, telecoms and transport. They are also targets for interference, jamming, spoofing and cyber attack.
Securing space systems
- Ground segment security. Protecting stations, control centres and networks from intrusion.
- Link security. Encryption and authentication of command and data links.
- Supply chain security. Assuring hardware and software from suppliers.
- Interference management. Detecting and resolving jamming and harmful interference.
- Navigation resilience. Protecting users from positioning and timing disruption.
Protecting critical infrastructure with space
| Infrastructure | Space contribution |
|---|---|
| Energy | Monitoring pipelines, transmission lines and plants |
| Transport | Corridor monitoring, port security, aviation navigation |
| Telecommunications | Backup links, timing synchronisation |
| Water | Dam and reservoir monitoring |
| Finance | Secure timing for transaction systems |
Standards and governance
TAG applies recognised security frameworks and works within national cybersecurity laws and data protection regimes. Engagements involving sensitive capabilities follow our national security space governance principles.