NORTH AMERICA
North America is expected to account for the major share of the global ICS security market and is the most advanced regions in terms of technology adoption and infrastructure. The availability of new ICS network security products and services across critical infrastructures indicates the profitable and high level of Information Assurance (IA) in the region’s ICS security market. In February 2015, the US Government planned to invest around USD 14 billion for deploying cybersecurity solutions to enhance the protection of the network of federal and private institutions from cyber-attacks. In 2014, some industry experts quoted that more than 230 attacks took place in the US, and during the past few years, the Dragonfly malware infected hundreds of business computers within ICS. The NIST has issued an ICS security guide to reduce the weaknesses associated with ICS, such as malicious attacks, asset failures, inadequate malware protection, and other cyber threats. In 2002, in order to improve port security standards, the US Congress passed the Maritime Transportation Act of 2002 and created the Transportation Security Administration (TSA). Thus, specific budget allocations and mandated ICS security policies are expected to make North America the most lucrative market for different categories of ICS security vendors. The strict announcement by the US government that no funding would be allocated to business projects unless cybersecurity is properly addressed as a part of its mission is also developing a sense of awareness among businesses in the region. Various companies, such IBM, CSC, Cisco Systems, McAfee, Lockheed Martin, and Palo Alto Networks operate in this region.