Industrial Cybersecurity Lessons From the Field

Dino Busalachi and Jim Cook, CTO and COO for Velta Technology, invite you on an essential journey into 'Lessons from the Field' of industrial cybersecurity. Their expertise illuminates a landscape where the traditional boundaries between cybersecurity and industrial operations merge, revealing the complexities of protecting manufacturing's vital elements—the industrial control systems.

They shed light on the unintended consequences of standard information technology (IT) practices on OT environments. Instances like routine scans halting production or unexpected shutdowns due to remote access, are not merely warnings but narratives of resilience, creativity, and the relentless quest for security in the face of cyber threats.

This episode stands as a rallying cry for those who safeguard industrial cybersecurity, advocating for hands-on, field-based strategies to comprehend and shield the intricate mesh of machinery and technology that drives our industries.

Highlighting the need for constant alertness, cooperative problem-solving, and a steadfast dedication to a security culture beyond the fluctuating dynamics of staff and protocols, Dino and Jim's dialogue is more than a discussion on challenges—it's a tribute to the unwavering spirit of cybersecurity front-liners.

Serving as an invaluable guide for cybersecurity professionals, IT and OT managers, and all stakeholders in the digital and physical security sphere, this episode highlights the guardianship required against continuously evolving digital threats.

Chapters:

• 00:00:00 - Meet Our Cyber Guardians: Dino & Jim
• 00:01:25 - Field Tactics: Scanning for Cyber Safety
• 00:03:17 - Safeguarding with OT IDS: A Closer Look
• 00:05:41 - Ignoring Security: A Recipe for Risk
• 00:07:38 - Bridging IT and OT: A Unified Front Against Cyber Threats
• 00:15:10 - Evolving Cybersecurity: The Path of Continuous Learning
• 00:20:13 - Wrapping Up: The Essence of Discovery on the Cyber Frontline

Links And Resources:

• Velta Technology
• Dino Busalachi on LinkedIn
• Jim Cook on LinkedIn
• Craig Duckworth on LinkedIn

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