1370  Zero Trust Architecture and Real-World Implementations

1370.1 Learning Objectives

By the end of this chapter, you will be able to:

• Design complete zero trust architectures for IoT systems
• Integrate zero trust components: Identity Provider, Policy Engine, and Enforcement Points
• Evaluate cloud-based zero trust implementations (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud)
• Apply lessons from real-world implementations at Google, Microsoft, and Siemens

1370.2 Introduction

A complete zero trust architecture for IoT requires multiple integrated components working together: identity providers, policy decision points, enforcement mechanisms, and continuous monitoring. This chapter explores comprehensive implementation architectures, traces a complete request through the system, examines cloud-based implementations, and presents real-world case studies from industry leaders.

1370.3 Implementation Architecture

⏱️ ~18 min | ⭐⭐⭐ Advanced | 📋 P11.C02.U08

1370.3.1 Zero Trust Components

1. Identity Provider (IdP) - Manages device and user identities - Issues and revokes certificates/tokens - Examples: Azure Active Directory, Okta, Keycloak - For IoT: Often integrated with device provisioning service

2. Policy Decision Point (PDP) - Central policy engine that makes authorization decisions - Evaluates requests against policies - Considers identity, context, risk score - Returns ALLOW/DENY decisions

3. Policy Enforcement Points (PEP) - Network enforcement: Firewalls, routers, SDN controllers - Application enforcement: API gateways, service meshes, proxies - Deployed close to resources being protected

4. Continuous Monitoring - SIEM (Security Information and Event Management) - Log aggregation and analysis - Anomaly detection systems - Behavioral analytics

5. Device Attestation Service - Verifies device firmware integrity - Validates TPM/secure element attestation reports - Maintains database of known-good firmware hashes

6. Threat Intelligence - Feeds of known malicious IPs, domains, signatures - IoT-specific threat intelligence (MITRE ATT&CK for ICS) - Integration with vulnerability databases (CVE, ICS-CERT)

1370.3.2 Complete Zero Trust Architecture Diagram

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graph TB
    subgraph Devices["IoT Device Layer"]
        IoT1[Smart Sensors]
        IoT2[Industrial Controllers]
        IoT3[Security Cameras]
        IoT4[Building Systems]
    end

    subgraph Edge["Edge Enforcement"]
        Gateway[IoT Gateway]
        EdgeFW[Edge Firewall]
    end

    subgraph ZeroTrust["Zero Trust Control Plane"]
        IdP[Identity Provider<br/>Certificate Authority]
        PDP[Policy Decision Point<br/>Authorization Engine]
        Attest[Attestation Service<br/>Firmware Verification]
        Monitor[Continuous Monitoring<br/>Behavioral Analysis]
    end

    subgraph Enforcement["Policy Enforcement"]
        NetPEP[Network PEP<br/>Firewall/SDN]
        AppPEP[Application PEP<br/>API Gateway]
    end

    subgraph Resources["Protected Resources"]
        API[APIs and Services]
        Data[Data Storage]
        Control[Control Systems]
    end

    subgraph Security["Security Operations"]
        SIEM[SIEM / Log Analysis]
        SOC[Security Operations Center]
        Threat[Threat Intelligence]
    end

    IoT1 --> Gateway
    IoT2 --> Gateway
    IoT3 --> EdgeFW
    IoT4 --> EdgeFW

    Gateway --> NetPEP
    EdgeFW --> NetPEP

    NetPEP -->|1. Request| PDP
    PDP -->|2. Verify Identity| IdP
    PDP -->|3. Check Attestation| Attest
    PDP -->|4. Assess Risk| Monitor
    Monitor -->|Behavioral Data| Threat
    PDP -->|5. Decision| NetPEP

    NetPEP -->|6. Forward if Allowed| AppPEP
    AppPEP -->|7. Verify Again| PDP
    AppPEP -->|8. Access Resource| API
    AppPEP --> Data
    AppPEP --> Control

    Monitor --> SIEM
    NetPEP --> SIEM
    AppPEP --> SIEM
    SIEM --> SOC
    Threat --> SOC

    SOC -->|Update Policies| PDP
    SOC -->|Block Threats| NetPEP

    style ZeroTrust fill:#e3f2fd
    style Enforcement fill:#fff3e0
    style Security fill:#ffebee

Figure 1370.1: Complete Zero Trust Architecture: Device Layer to Security Operations Center Integration

1370.3.3 Request Flow Walkthrough

Let’s trace a complete request through the zero trust architecture:

Scenario: An industrial temperature sensor wants to upload data to a cloud database.

Step 1: Device Authentication

Device: temp-sensor-042
Action: Connect to IoT Gateway
Gateway: Request X.509 certificate
Device: Present certificate signed by device CA
Gateway: Verify certificate signature, check revocation status
Result: Device identity confirmed

Step 2: Firmware Attestation

Gateway: Request TPM attestation
Device: TPM signs current PCR values
Device: Send attestation report
Gateway → Attestation Service: Verify report
Attestation Service: Check PCR values against known-good firmware
Result: Firmware integrity confirmed (hash matches v2.1.4)

Step 3: Context Collection

Collect:
- Device location: Factory Floor 3, Cell B (verified via GPS/network)
- Time: 2:45 PM on Tuesday
- Recent behavior: Last 100 uploads normal (48 bytes every 60 sec)
- Firmware status: v2.1.4 (latest version)
- Device health: No alerts, no recent anomalies

Step 4: Policy Evaluation

Policy Decision Point evaluates:
- Identity: Valid certificate ✓
- Attestation: Firmware verified ✓
- Location: Expected location ✓
- Time: Normal business hours ✓
- Behavior: Baseline normal ✓
- Resource: Temperature database (appropriate for sensor) ✓
- Risk score: 75/100 (LOW RISK)

Decision: ALLOW with standard monitoring

Step 5: Network Enforcement

Network PEP (Firewall):
- Open connection: temp-sensor-042 → cloud.example.com:443
- Apply rate limiting: Max 10 requests/minute
- Enable deep packet inspection
- Log connection metadata

Step 6: Application Enforcement

API Gateway:
- Verify JWT token (issued by IdP)
- Check token scope: "temperature:write"
- Validate request body: {"temp": 72.5, "timestamp": "2025-12-15T14:45:00Z"}
- Data size check: 52 bytes (within normal range)
- Forward to database service

Step 7: Continuous Monitoring

Behavioral monitoring:
- Compare to baseline: ✓ Normal
- Check for anomalies: None detected
- Update device behavioral profile
- Log transaction for audit trail

Step 8: Response (if anomaly detected)

IF anomaly detected:
  Calculate risk score
  IF risk > threshold:
    - Quarantine device (block all network access)
    - Alert SOC
    - Trigger incident response workflow
    - Preserve forensic evidence

1370.3.4 Cloud-Based Zero Trust Implementations

AWS IoT Zero Trust Architecture: - AWS IoT Core: Device registry and authentication - AWS IoT Device Defender: Continuous monitoring and anomaly detection - AWS IAM: Fine-grained authorization policies - AWS Security Hub: Centralized security findings - AWS CloudTrail: Audit logging

Azure IoT Zero Trust Architecture: - Azure IoT Hub: Device provisioning and management - Azure Defender for IoT: Threat detection and behavioral analytics - Azure Active Directory: Identity and access management - Azure Sentinel: SIEM and orchestration - Azure Key Vault: Certificate and key management

Google Cloud IoT Zero Trust Architecture: - Cloud IoT Core: Device management and authentication - Chronicle: Security analytics and threat detection - Cloud Identity-Aware Proxy: Application-level access control - Binary Authorization: Container and firmware verification - VPC Service Controls: Network perimeter security

1370.4 Real-World Implementations

⏱️ ~10 min | ⭐⭐ Intermediate | 📋 P11.C02.U09

1370.4.1 Google BeyondCorp

Google pioneered the zero trust approach with BeyondCorp, eliminating VPNs and perimeter-based security for their 100,000+ employees.

Key Principles: 1. Access based on device and user identity, not network location 2. All access goes through identity-aware proxies 3. Continuous trust evaluation 4. Every request is fully authenticated and authorized

Implementation for IoT: - Device inventory and health status database - Identity-aware proxies in front of all resources - User/device context (location, security posture, corporate vs. personal) - Dynamic access policies based on risk

Results: - Employees work from anywhere without VPN - Reduced attack surface (no perimeter to breach) - Improved user experience (seamless access) - Better visibility and control

Lesson for IoT: Network location is irrelevant. Every device must prove its identity and health continuously.

1370.4.2 Microsoft Zero Trust for IoT

Microsoft Azure provides comprehensive zero trust capabilities for IoT deployments.

Azure Defender for IoT: - Agentless monitoring (works with legacy devices) - Asset discovery and inventory - Behavioral analytics and anomaly detection - Integration with Microsoft Defender XDR

Device Behavioral Profiling:

Example: Manufacturing Plant with 10,000 IoT devices

Device: PLC-Assembly-Line-3
Baseline Profile:
- Communication: Only with HMI station 10.2.50.15
- Traffic: 2KB every 5 seconds (sensor readings and control commands)
- Protocols: Modbus TCP port 502, HTTPS port 443
- Activity hours: 6 AM - 10 PM weekdays (production shifts)

Anomaly Detected:
- Device communicating with external IP address (not in whitelist)
- Traffic volume: 500MB (250,000x baseline)
- Protocol: SSH on port 22 (never used before)
- Time: 2:30 AM Sunday (outside production hours)

Automated Response:
1. Quarantine device immediately
2. Alert SOC with full context
3. Generate incident report
4. Preserve network traffic for forensics
5. Notify plant operations team

Integration with Azure Services: - Azure Active Directory: Device identity - Azure IoT Hub: Secure device connectivity - Azure Sentinel: Security orchestration and response - Azure Policy: Compliance enforcement

1370.4.3 Siemens Industrial Edge

Siemens implements zero trust for industrial IoT and edge computing.

Architecture: - Trusted Platform Module (TPM) in edge devices - Secure boot and firmware attestation - Certificate-based device authentication - Micro-segmentation for industrial networks

Use Case: Automotive Manufacturing - 50,000 sensors and controllers across production lines - Zero trust segmentation isolates each production cell - Compromised robot arm cannot access paint shop systems - Continuous monitoring detects anomalous PLC behavior - Automated response prevents safety incidents

1370.5 Worked Example: Manufacturing Plant Zero Trust

1370.6 Worked Example: Zero Trust Implementation for Manufacturing Plant

Scenario: PrecisionParts Manufacturing operates a facility with 500 IoT devices across 3 production lines: CNC machining (200 devices), quality inspection (150 devices), and material handling (150 devices). After a competitor suffered a ransomware attack that shut down production for 2 weeks, management has mandated zero trust implementation. The current network is flat with all devices on a single VLAN.

Goal: Implement zero trust architecture to protect production systems while maintaining <10ms latency for real-time control loops and achieving 99.9% uptime requirements.

Step 1: Device Inventory and Identity

What we do: Catalog all 500 devices and establish unique identities for each.

Device Classification:

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flowchart TB
    subgraph CNC["CNC Machining (200 devices)"]
        direction TB
        CNC1["CNC controllers: 50<br/>Fanuc, Siemens - safety-critical"]
        CNC2["Tool monitors: 50<br/>vibration, temperature sensors"]
        CNC3["Coolant systems: 30<br/>pumps, flow sensors"]
        CNC4["Safety interlocks: 70<br/>E-stops, light curtains"]
    end

    subgraph QI["Quality Inspection (150 devices)"]
        direction TB
        QI1["Vision systems: 40<br/>cameras, image processors"]
        QI2["CMM machines: 20<br/>coordinate measurement"]
        QI3["Barcode scanners: 50<br/>part tracking"]
        QI4["Test stations: 40<br/>electrical, pressure testing"]
    end

    subgraph MH["Material Handling (150 devices)"]
        direction TB
        MH1["AGVs: 20<br/>autonomous guided vehicles"]
        MH2["Conveyors: 60<br/>motor controllers, sensors"]
        MH3["RFID readers: 40<br/>inventory tracking"]
        MH4["Robotic arms: 30<br/>pick-and-place operations"]
    end

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Figure 1370.2: Manufacturing plant device inventory showing 500 IoT devices across three production lines: CNC machining with controllers, monitors, coolant systems, and safety interlocks; Quality inspection with vision systems, CMM machines, scanners, and test stations; Material handling with AGVs, conveyors, RFID readers, and robotic arms. Orange indicates safety-critical devices.

Identity Assignment: - Hardware identity: Deploy secure elements (Microchip ATECC608B) on devices supporting hardware crypto - Certificate-based identity: X.509 certificates issued by internal PKI with CN=device-type-line-serial - Legacy devices: 127 devices lack crypto capability; deploy gateway proxies with mutual TLS termination

Why: Zero trust requires verifiable device identity. Without unique cryptographic identity, any device could impersonate another. Hardware-backed identity prevents credential theft even if firmware is compromised.

Step 2: Risk-Based Device Classification

What we do: Classify devices by risk level to apply appropriate security policies.

Risk Assessment Criteria:

Safety Impact (40% weight):
- HIGH: Can cause physical harm (CNC, robots, AGVs)
- MEDIUM: Can damage products or equipment
- LOW: Informational only (sensors, scanners)

Production Impact (30% weight):
- CRITICAL: Production stops if device fails
- IMPORTANT: Degraded operation without device
- SUPPORT: Convenience or monitoring only

Data Sensitivity (20% weight):
- CONFIDENTIAL: Proprietary manufacturing data
- INTERNAL: Operational metrics
- PUBLIC: Non-sensitive status information

Attack Surface (10% weight):
- HIGH: Internet-connected, complex software stack
- MEDIUM: Internal network, standard protocols
- LOW: Isolated, simple firmware

Resulting Classification: | Category | Count | Examples | Risk Level | |———-|——-|———-|————| | Safety-Critical | 120 | CNC controllers, robots, AGVs | RED | | Production-Critical | 180 | Vision systems, CMM, conveyors | ORANGE | | Operational | 150 | Sensors, scanners, monitors | YELLOW | | Support | 50 | Environmental sensors, displays | GREEN |

Why: Risk-based classification enables proportionate security. Safety-critical devices receive strictest controls (hardware attestation, real-time monitoring) while support devices use standard policies. This prevents security overhead from impacting production.

Step 3: Micro-Segmentation Design

What we do: Design network segments that enforce least-privilege communication.

Segment Policy Examples:

# CNC-Safety segment (VLAN 110)
segment: cnc-safety
risk_level: RED
allowed_flows:
  - src: cnc-safety
    dst: cnc-historian  # Data collection server
    ports: [502]        # Modbus TCP
    protocol: tcp
    latency_sla: 5ms
  - src: cnc-safety
    dst: safety-plc     # Safety controller
    ports: [44818]      # EtherNet/IP
    protocol: udp
    latency_sla: 2ms
denied_flows:
  - src: cnc-safety
    dst: internet
    action: block_and_alert
  - src: cnc-safety
    dst: corporate
    action: block_and_log

Why: Micro-segmentation limits blast radius. If an AGV is compromised, it cannot reach CNC controllers. Each segment has explicit allow-lists; all other traffic is denied. Production line isolation prevents cross-line contamination.

Step 4: Policy Enforcement Points

What we do: Deploy enforcement points that apply policies in real-time.

Policy Decision Point Configuration:

# Real-time policy evaluation
def evaluate_access_request(request):
    device = verify_device_identity(request.certificate)
    context = {
        "device_id": device.id,
        "device_health": get_device_attestation(device),
        "request_time": request.timestamp,
        "resource": request.target,
        "action": request.method,
        "risk_score": calculate_risk_score(device, request)
    }

    # Policy evaluation with <5ms SLA
    decision = policy_engine.evaluate(context)

    if decision.allow:
        audit_log.record(request, "ALLOW", context)
        return AccessToken(
            scope=decision.scope,
            ttl=decision.session_duration,
            constraints=decision.constraints
        )
    else:
        audit_log.record(request, "DENY", context)
        security_alert(device, decision.reason)
        return AccessDenied(reason=decision.reason)

Why: Enforcement points must operate at wire speed without adding latency that impacts production. Hierarchical enforcement (gateway → network → application) provides defense in depth while maintaining performance SLAs.

Step 5: Continuous Verification

What we do: Implement real-time monitoring and behavioral analysis.

Behavioral Baselines:

device_type: cnc_controller_fanuc
baseline_profile:
  communication_pattern:
    destinations:
      - cnc-historian.mfg.local (95% of traffic)
      - safety-plc.mfg.local (4% of traffic)
      - ntp.mfg.local (1% of traffic)
    protocols:
      - Modbus/TCP: 80%
      - EtherNet/IP: 15%
      - NTP: 5%
    hourly_volume: 50-150 MB
    connection_rate: 10-50 new connections/hour

  operational_pattern:
    active_hours: 06:00-22:00 (production shift)
    idle_current: 0.5-1.0 A
    active_current: 2.0-8.0 A
    spindle_rpm_range: 0-12000

  firmware_state:
    version: 31i-B5-Plus
    hash: sha256:a1b2c3d4...
    last_update: 2025-09-15

Anomaly Detection Rules:

CRITICAL: CNC controller communicating with unknown destination
  → Immediate quarantine, alert SOC
  → Impact: Potential data exfiltration or C2 communication

HIGH: Device firmware hash mismatch
  → Isolate device, prevent production use
  → Impact: Possible firmware tampering or corruption

MEDIUM: Traffic volume 3x above baseline
  → Increased monitoring, alert operator
  → Impact: May indicate reconnaissance or data staging

LOW: Connection during non-production hours
  → Log for review, no immediate action
  → Impact: Could be legitimate maintenance

Why: Static authentication is insufficient. Devices can be compromised after initial verification. Continuous monitoring detects behavioral changes indicating compromise, enabling rapid response before damage spreads.

Final Result

Outcome: Zero trust implementation protecting 500 manufacturing devices across 3 production lines with defense-in-depth architecture.

Key Decisions Made:

1. Hardware identity over software: Invested in secure elements for 373 devices; legacy proxies for 127 devices lacking crypto support. Hardware identity prevents credential theft.

2. Risk-based segmentation: Created 6 network segments by production line and criticality rather than 500 per-device microsegments. Balanced security with manageability.

3. Gateway enforcement for legacy: Deployed protocol-aware gateways that terminate TLS and validate Modbus/EtherNet-IP commands rather than requiring device upgrades.

4. Behavioral baselines per device type: Created 12 baseline profiles covering all device types rather than 500 individual baselines. Reduces false positives while catching anomalies.

5. Safety-aware response: Implemented graduated response that maintains safety functions during incident response. Production stops only as last resort.

Implementation Metrics: - Deployment time: 6 months (phased by production line) - Latency impact: <2ms added (within 10ms SLA) - Uptime achieved: 99.95% (exceeded 99.9% target) - False positive rate: 0.1% (acceptable for manufacturing) - Security incidents detected: 3 in first quarter (2 insider threats, 1 malware)

Lessons Learned: - Start with device inventory; you cannot protect what you cannot identify - Engage production engineers early; they know normal device behavior - Test policies in monitor-only mode before enforcement - Legacy device integration requires creative solutions (proxies, gateways) - Safety-critical systems need special handling in incident response

1370.7 Visual Reference Gallery

NoteAI-Generated Visual: Zero Trust Architecture Model

Figure 1370.3: Zero Trust Architecture - Never trust, always verify at every access point

NoteAI-Generated Visual: Identity and Access Management

Figure 1370.4: Identity and Access Management - Device identity lifecycle for zero trust

TipTradeoff: Zero Trust vs Perimeter Security

Decision context: When designing network security architecture for IoT deployments ranging from smart homes to industrial facilities.

Factor	Zero Trust	Perimeter Security
Implementation Complexity	High - requires identity infrastructure, micro-segmentation	Lower - firewall rules, VPN configuration
Initial Cost	Higher upfront investment	Lower initial deployment cost
Scalability	Excellent - policies scale linearly	Poor - firewall rules explode with device count
Lateral Movement Risk	Minimal - each request verified	High - free movement once inside
Cloud/Hybrid Support	Native support for distributed resources	Difficult - perimeter blurs with cloud
Insider Threat Protection	Strong - no implicit trust	Weak - insiders already “trusted”
Legacy Device Support	Challenging - may lack identity capabilities	Easier - devices just need network access

Choose Perimeter Security when:

• Small, isolated IoT deployments with <50 devices
• All devices are within a single physical location
• Budget constraints prevent identity infrastructure investment
• Legacy devices cannot support modern authentication
• Network is air-gapped with no cloud connectivity

Choose Zero Trust when:

• Deploying hundreds to millions of IoT devices
• Devices span multiple locations, cloud services, or edge networks
• Compliance requirements mandate audit trails and access controls
• High-value assets require protection from insider threats
• Integrating with third-party vendors or contractors who need limited access

Default recommendation: Zero Trust for any production IoT deployment, even if implemented incrementally. Start with device identity and micro-segmentation for critical assets, then expand. The 2013 Target breach (via HVAC vendor) and countless IoT botnet attacks demonstrate that perimeter security alone cannot protect modern connected systems.

1370.8 Summary

Zero Trust Security represents a fundamental shift in how we protect IoT systems. Key takeaways:

1. Never Trust, Always Verify: Trust is never implicit based on network location. Every device, every request, every time must be authenticated and authorized.

2. Perimeter Security Has Failed: With millions of IoT devices, cloud services, and mobile access, the network perimeter no longer exists. Zero trust eliminates the concept of “inside” versus “outside.”

3. Strong Device Identity: Hardware-based identity (TPM, secure elements) provides unforgeable device authentication. Certificate-based authentication with device attestation proves firmware integrity.

4. Least Privilege Access: Devices only access resources necessary for their function. A temperature sensor cannot access security cameras or employee databases.

5. Micro-Segmentation: Network segmentation creates small, isolated zones. Compromising one device doesn’t grant access to the entire network.

6. Continuous Verification: Authentication at connection time is insufficient. Behavioral monitoring and anomaly detection identify compromised devices even after successful authentication.

7. Assume Breach: Design systems assuming attackers are already inside. Focus on limiting damage, detecting anomalies, and responding rapidly.

8. Risk-Based Decisions: Calculate real-time risk scores based on device health, behavior, context, and resource sensitivity. Adjust security requirements dynamically.

9. Automated Response: Human response is too slow. Automated quarantine, blocking, and alerting contain threats within seconds.

10. Zero Trust is a Journey: Implementing zero trust is not a single project. It requires organizational change, architectural transformation, and continuous improvement.

1370.9 Knowledge Check

NoteAuto-Gradable Quick Check

1. The core idea of “Never Trust, Always Verify” means:

Zero trust removes implicit trust based on “inside vs outside.” Each access decision is verified with identity, posture, and policy every time.

2. Micro-segmentation primarily helps by:

Segmentation constrains blast radius. Even if one device is compromised, policy boundaries block access to unrelated systems and data.

3. Least privilege means an IoT device should:

Least privilege reduces damage from compromise or misconfiguration: a temperature sensor shouldn’t have access to camera feeds or HR databases.

4. “Assume breach” is best interpreted as:

Assume breach shifts emphasis to minimizing blast radius, monitoring continuously, and automating response so incidents are contained quickly.

1370.10 Related Chapters

NoteExplore Related Topics

Zero Trust Series: - Zero Trust Fundamentals - Core principles and comparison with perimeter security - Zero Trust Implementation - Practical deployment steps - Zero Trust Device Identity - Hardware-backed identity and authentication - Zero Trust Network Segmentation - Micro-segmentation and continuous verification

Security Fundamentals: - Security and Privacy Overview - Foundation of IoT security principles - Threats, Attacks, and Vulnerabilities - Understanding what zero trust protects against - Cyber Security Methods - Complementary security techniques

Implementation Topics: - Device and Network Security - Securing IoT endpoints and networks - Encryption Architecture and Levels - Cryptographic foundations for zero trust

Architecture: - Edge Computing Patterns - Distributing zero trust enforcement - Software-Defined Networking - Programmable network segmentation

1370.11 What’s Next

Now that you understand zero trust security architecture, you can explore:

• Encryption Architecture: Dive deep into the cryptographic mechanisms that enable zero trust authentication and verification.

• Device and Network Security: Learn how to secure individual IoT devices, including hardware security modules and secure boot processes.

• Security and Privacy Overview: Get a comprehensive view of the entire security landscape for IoT systems.

Zero trust security is not optional for modern IoT deployments. As the Target breach, Mirai botnet, and countless other incidents have demonstrated, perimeter security cannot protect millions of connected devices. By implementing zero trust principles—strong identity, least privilege access, micro-segmentation, and continuous verification—you can build IoT systems that are resilient, secure, and trustworthy.