Maritime cybersecurity
Vessel Cyber Risk Assessment in Chennai, India

Vessel Cyber Risk Assessment Services for Indian Shipping Companies

Codesecure Solutions provides comprehensive vessel cyber risk assessment services in Chennai, India, evaluating the complete cybersecurity posture of ships across IT systems, OT networks, policies and procedures, crew awareness levels, and shore-to-vessel connectivity. A vessel cyber risk assessment is the recommended starting point for any shipping company beginning its maritime cybersecurity programme, providing a structured understanding of current risk exposure and a prioritised roadmap to improve cyber resilience in alignment with regulatory requirements.

Our vessel cyber risk assessments are structured around the five IMO functional elements of Identify, Protect, Detect, Respond, and Recover as defined in IMO MSC-FAL.1/Circ.3, producing outputs that integrate directly into the vessel Safety Management System. The resulting risk register and remediation roadmap provide vessel operators with a clear, evidence-based framework for investment decisions, regulatory compliance, and ongoing cyber risk management.

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Vessel Cyber Risk Assessment Services We Provide

  • Asset and System Inventory: Comprehensive inventory of all onboard IT and OT assets, network connections, communication links, and third-party vendor access arrangements forming the basis of the risk assessment.
  • Threat and Vulnerability Analysis: Identification and analysis of cyber threats relevant to your vessel type, operating routes, and connectivity arrangements, mapped against vulnerabilities in current systems and procedures.
  • Risk Scoring and Prioritisation: Risk scoring using maritime-specific risk matrices to prioritise findings by likelihood and impact, enabling focused investment in the highest-risk areas first.
  • Policy and Procedure Review: Assessment of existing cyber policies, access control procedures, patch management practices, incident response plans, and crew training records against maritime regulatory requirements.
  • IMO Framework Mapping: All findings mapped to IMO MSC-FAL.1/Circ.3 five functional elements providing direct evidence for Safety Management System integration and DOC audit compliance.
  • Remediation Roadmap: Prioritised remediation roadmap with specific actions, responsible parties, timelines, and estimated effort for each identified risk, aligned to operational and budget constraints.
Vessel Cyber Risk Assessment in Chennai, India

Our Vessel Cyber Risk Assessment Process

A structured approach designed for the maritime environment

Phase 1: Information Gathering

Collection of vessel documentation, system inventories, network diagrams, existing policies, incident records, and third-party access arrangements for initial desktop review.

Phase 2: Onboard Assessment

Vessel visit during port call for physical inspection of systems, network architecture review, crew interviews, and validation of documentary findings against actual onboard conditions.

Phase 3: Risk Analysis

Analysis of collected information to identify threats, vulnerabilities, and risks using maritime-specific risk assessment methodology aligned to IMO and BIMCO frameworks.

Phase 4: Roadmap Development

Development of prioritised remediation roadmap with specific actions, timelines, and resource requirements aligned to the vessel's operational schedule and management priorities.

Phase 5: Report Delivery

Delivery of risk register, gap analysis report, executive summary, and SMS integration guidance, with briefing to vessel management and shore management teams.

Why Choose Codesecure for Vessel Cyber Risk Assessment

  • IMO Framework Aligned: Assessment structured around IMO MSC-FAL.1/Circ.3 five functional elements ensuring outputs are directly usable for SMS integration and DOC audit evidence.
  • Holistic Coverage: Assessment covers technical systems, policies, procedures, people, and physical security providing a complete picture of vessel cyber risk not achievable through technical testing alone.
  • Chennai Maritime Access: Based in Chennai with direct access to shipping companies and vessel operators across South India, enabling rapid mobilisation for onboard assessment components.
  • SMS-Ready Outputs: Risk register and remediation roadmap formatted for direct integration into the vessel Safety Management System, reducing the effort required for IMO compliance documentation.
  • Insurance and Charter Support: Risk assessment reports accepted by marine insurers and charterers as evidence of proactive cyber risk management, supporting premium negotiations and charter requirements.
  • Entry-Level Engagement: Ideal starting point for vessels beginning their cybersecurity journey, providing a structured foundation before commissioning more detailed technical assessments.

Maritime Sectors We Serve

  • Container Shipping Lines
  • Tanker and Bulk Carrier Operators
  • Ship Management Companies
  • Offshore Platform Operators
  • Port Authorities
  • Marine Insurers and P&I Clubs
  • Shipowners and Fleet Managers

Frequently Asked Questions About Vessel Cyber Risk Assessment

A vessel cyber risk assessment is a broad evaluation covering people, processes, policies, and technology to understand overall risk exposure. A VAPT is a deep technical test of specific IT and OT systems for exploitable vulnerabilities. Both are complementary and we recommend starting with a risk assessment to understand priorities before commissioning technical testing.

A single vessel assessment typically takes 2 to 4 weeks including desktop review, onboard visit, and report delivery. The onboard component requires 1 to 2 days during a port call.

IMO recommends that cyber risk assessments be reviewed annually as part of the SMS audit cycle. We also recommend reassessment following significant changes to vessel systems, connectivity arrangements, or after a cyber security incident.

The initial desktop review and documentation analysis can be conducted remotely. The onboard component for physical inspection and crew interviews is conducted during a port call. Some assessments can be completed entirely remotely for vessels where shore-based documentation and remote system access is sufficient.

The risk register lists each identified risk with its threat source, affected systems, likelihood and impact ratings, current controls in place, residual risk level, and recommended remediation actions with priority and timeline.

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