The C-Suite's Role in Industrial Cybersecurity

Podcast: Industrial Cybersecurity InsiderEpisode: The C-Suite's Role in Industrial CybersecurityPub date: 2025-07-17Get Podcast Transcript →powered by Listen411 - fast audio-to-text and summarizationIn this episode, Craig Duckworth and Dino Busalachi discuss the critical role of the C-suite in fortifying manufacturing environments against cyber threats. They discuss the unique challenges that manufacturing organizations face. Their conversation reinforces the importance of executive teams understanding and actively engaging in industrial OT cybersecurity strategies. With compelling arguments for a more involved C-suite, Craig and Dino explore the intersection of cybersecurity and operational efficiency. They emphasize the need for leadership to understand and lead the charge to ensure security for industrial control systems. This episode serves as a wake-up call for executives to embrace their role in protecting their companies from potential adverse events. This episode highlights the fact that cybersecurity is not just an IT issue but a foundational aspect of modern business resilience.Chapters:00:00:00 - Meet Dino and Craig00:01:47 - Deciphering Cybersecurity's Extensive Influence on Manufacturing Dynamics00:03:29 - Unpacking the Costs: The Stark Reality of Ignoring Cybersecurity00:04:08 - The Interplay Between Cyber Insurance, Liability, and Organizational Security00:05:07 - Charting the Course: Fundamental Actions for Cyber Resilience00:07:35 - Implementing Cybersecurity Measures: A Tactical Overview for Manufacturing Leaders00:10:54 - The Imperative of Continuous Monitoring in Mitigating Cyber Risks00:14:11 - Bridging the Divide: Fostering Collaboration Between IT and OT Teams00:17:06 - Cultivating Cyber-Aware Culture: Integrating Security into the Manufacturing DNA00:20:01 - Forward Momentum: Strategic Insights for Executive Leadership on Cybersecurity00:24:28 - Reflecting on the Imperatives of Cybersecurity in the Manufacturing SectorLinks And Resources:Want to Sponsor an episode or be a Guest? Reach out here.Industrial Cybersecurity Insider on LinkedInCybersecurity & Digital Safety on LinkedInBW Design Group CybersecurityDino Busalachi on LinkedInCraig Duckworth on LinkedInThanks so much for joining us this week. Want to subscribe to Industrial Cybersecurity Insider? Have some feedback you’d like to share? Connect with us on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube to leave us a review!The podcast and artwork embedded on this page are from Industrial Cybersecurity Insider, which is the property of its owner and not affiliated with or endorsed by Listen Notes, Inc.

Podcast: ICS Cyber Talks PodcastEpisode: Gil Groskop VP Technology & Digital Transformation @Mekorot on moving tech forward & cyber by designPub date: 2025-07-17Get Podcast Transcript →powered by Listen411 - fast audio-to-text and summarizationפעמים אנחנו שוכחים שמים הם חלק מתעשיית המזון, האחריות של אספקת מים היא לא רק ברציפות האספקה בכול תנאי אלא גם עמידה בדרישות האיכות. בישראל קיימות שתי חברות תשתית גדולות כאשר מקורות היא אחת מהן עם אלפי אתרים ומערכות בקרה שפרוסות על פני כול המדינה. הצורך לאחד בין ביטחון פיזי לביטחון סייבר יחד עם הזרמת מידע בזמן אמת עד לאחרון העובדים היא אתגר שדורש תכנון ארוך טווח ומשאבים נחשון פינקו מארח את גיל גרוסקופ סמנכ"ל הטכנולוגיות והטרנספורמציה הדיגיטלית של חברת מקורות בשיחה על השינוי המז'ורי תפיסתי בכול הקשור לטכנולוגיה והגנת הסייבר בחברה בשנים האחרונות מה האתגר הטכנולוגי והאנושי שבהחלפת מערכות ישנות באלפי אתרים איך מגייסים את ההנהלה והדירקטוריון לתמוך בנושא הסייבר וההשקעות הנדרשות איך מנהלים עשרות פרויקטים גדולים בו זמנית והחשיבות של הגישה שיש לתת ביטוי לסייבר בכול שלב ועודThe podcast and artwork embedded on this page are from Nachshon Pincu, which is the property of its owner and not affiliated with or endorsed by Listen Notes, Inc.

Podcast: IoT Security Podcast (LS 25 · TOP 10% what is this?)Episode: Building IoT Trust: Budgeting, Community, and the Hacker Mindset with Ted HarringtonPub date: 2025-07-14Get Podcast Transcript →powered by Listen411 - fast audio-to-text and summarizationTed Harrington (Founder of IoT Village, Executive Partner for Independent Security Evaluators, Author, Speaker, and Podcaster) examines the ongoing challenges and progress in IoT security, emphasizing how community initiatives, the hacker mindset, and business-oriented communication can drive real change in the industry. Ted and Phil Wylie discuss practical strategies for justifying security budgets to management, the value of offensive security, and the important role of education and community in strengthening defenses. Also highlighted are how IoT security is both improving and facing growing risks due to rapid expansion, and why viewing security as a competitive advantage is vital for organizations. Let’s connect about IoT Security!Follow Phillip Wylie at https://www.linkedin.com/in/phillipwyliehttps://youtube.com/@phillipwylieThe IoT Security Podcast is powered by Phosphorus Cybersecurity. Join the conversation for the IoT Security Podcast — where xIoT meets Security. Learn more at https://phosphorus.io/podcastThe podcast and artwork embedded on this page are from Phosphorus Cybersecurity, which is the property of its owner and not affiliated with or endorsed by Listen Notes, Inc.

Podcast: PrOTect It All (LS 26 · TOP 10% what is this?)Episode: Powering the Future: The Overlooked Cyber Risks in Our Expanding Electric GridPub date: 2025-07-14Get Podcast Transcript →powered by Listen411 - fast audio-to-text and summarizationIn this episode, host Aaron Crow gets into one of the most pressing issues facing our future power grid: the explosive impact of AI, electric vehicles, and data centers on energy demand and what happens when cybersecurity gets left out of the equation.  As Texas and other states stare down a projected 50% surge in peak energy load by 2030, Aaron shares firsthand insights from his decades in the power utility industry and raises urgent questions about how we’re building the next generation of critical infrastructure. From the logistical nightmare of charging a million electric cars in urban apartment complexes to the cold reality that most new power plants are being commissioned without cybersecurity in mind, Aaron pulls back the curtain on missed opportunities and potential threats.  Why isn’t OT security part of major DOE planning reports? Who’s responsible for managing cyber risks in this rapidly evolving landscape? And what’s at stake if we don’t build security into our systems from day one? If you’re in IT, OT, operations, or simply care about keeping the lights on in our data-driven world, this is a conversation you don’t want to miss. Tune in as Aaron calls for a united front: making cybersecurity a non-negotiable priority in the grid transformation ahead.   Key Moments:  01:12 "Urgent Power Capacity Boost by 2030" 05:21 Electric Car Charging Challenges 08:59 System Vulnerabilities and Design Flaws 10:01 Cybersecurity: Everyone's Responsibility 15:20 Complexity of Grid Black Start Process 18:53 Urgency in Tech and Power Security Connect With Aaron Crow: Website: www.corvosec.com  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aaronccrow   Learn more about PrOTect IT All: Email: [email protected]  Website: https://protectitall.co/  X: https://twitter.com/protectitall  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@PrOTectITAll  FaceBook:  https://facebook.com/protectitallpodcast    To be a guest or suggest a guest/episode, please email us at [email protected]   Please leave us a review on Apple/Spotify Podcasts: Apple   - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/protect-it-all/id1727211124 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/1Vvi0euj3rE8xObK0yvYi4The podcast and artwork embedded on this page are from Aaron Crow, which is the property of its owner and not affiliated with or endorsed by Listen Notes, Inc.

Podcast: The Industrial Security Podcast (LS 36 · TOP 3% what is this?)Episode: Network Duct Tape [The Industrial Security Podcast]Pub date: 2025-07-11Get Podcast Transcript →powered by Listen411 - fast audio-to-text and summarizationHundreds of subsystems with the same IP addresses? Thousands of legacy devices with no modern encryption or other security? Constant, acquisitions of facilities "all over the place" network-wise and security-wise? What most of us need is "network duct tape". Tom Sego of Blastwave shows us how their "duct tape" works.The podcast and artwork embedded on this page are from PI Media, which is the property of its owner and not affiliated with or endorsed by Listen Notes, Inc.

Podcast: Error Code (LS 27 · TOP 10% what is this?)Episode: EP 66: Secure only the OT code that actually runsPub date: 2025-07-08Get Podcast Transcript →powered by Listen411 - fast audio-to-text and summarizationMany organizations spend valuable security resources fixing vulnerabilities in code that never actually runs—an inefficient and often unnecessary effort. Jeff Williams, CTO and founder at Contrast Security, says that 62% of open source libraries included in software are never even loaded into memory, let alone executed. This means only 38% of libraries are typically active and worth prioritizing. The podcast and artwork embedded on this page are from Robert Vamosi, which is the property of its owner and not affiliated with or endorsed by Listen Notes, Inc.

Podcast: Bites & Bytes PodcastEpisode: Hiring for the Frontlines of Critical Infrastructure with Nathaniel SmithPub date: 2025-07-08Get Podcast Transcript →powered by Listen411 - fast audio-to-text and summarizationWhat does it take to build a cybersecurity workforce capable of protecting the systems that keep the lights on and food on our plates? In this episode, host Kristin Demoranville is joined by Nathaniel Smith, Co-Founder and VP at SR2, a purpose-driven recruitment firm. Nathaniel, who specializes in hiring OT/ICS, brings over 14 years of recruiting experience and a refreshing dose of honesty to the challenges of hiring in critical infrastructure. Together, they explore what makes a strong Operational Technology (OT) candidate, why culture fit matters as much as technical skills, and how broken hiring processes often keep the best people out. For sectors like food and agriculture, where operational technology is directly tied to safety, production, and public trust, getting the right people into the right roles isn’t just important. It’s essential. --------------- Show Notes: Mike Holcomb’s Episode (here) SEC Ruling on Disclosure of Cyber Incidents (here) 📘 Sign up for early updates, exclusive previews, and launch news of Kristin’s book, “Securing What Feeds Us” (working title) here. 📖 Kristin will also be sharing updates, behind-the-scenes chaos, and the occasional existential crisis over on her personal Substack 🎤 Book Kristin Demoranville to speak at your conference, corporate event, or workshop. --------------- Episode Key Highlights 00:04:50 – OT as Public Service 00:08:27 – Recruiter Perspective in OT 00:09:42 – What Makes a Good OT Hire 00:12:04 – Trust and Floor Experience 00:13:59 – OT vs. IT Culture 00:18:09 – The Talent Shortage Myth 00:20:18 – Broken Hiring Systems 00:22:50 – Job Descriptions That Miss the Mark 00:27:00 – Current OT Hiring Trends 00:29:30 – Who’s Hiring in OT 00:32:00 – Community in OT 00:33:00 – Why Specialized Recruiting Matters --------------- 🎤 Bites and Bytes Podcast Info: Website: Explore all our episodes, articles, and more on our official Website.   Merch Shop: Show your support with some awesome Bites and Bytes gear! Socials:  TikTok; Instagram; LinkedIn; Substack --------------- 🛡️ About AnzenSage & AnzenOT AnzenSage is a women-owned cybersecurity advisory firm specializing in security resilience for the food, agriculture, zoo, and aquarium industries.  AnzenSage offers practical, strategic guidance to help organizations anticipate risks and build resilience.  Learn more about their offerings at anzensage.com.​ AnzenOT Industrial Cyber Risk — Simple.  Smart.  Swift. AnzenOT is the SaaS risk management platform built to bring clarity and control to Operational Technology (OT) cybersecurity.  Designed for critical infrastructure sectors, AnzenOT translates technical risk into clear, actionable insight for decision-makers. Sign up for a free trial (here) Explore the platform at anzenot.com For demo requests or inquiries, email [email protected] or [email protected] podcast and artwork embedded on this page are from AnzenSage, which is the property of its owner and not affiliated with or endorsed by Listen Notes, Inc.

Podcast: Industrial Cybersecurity InsiderEpisode: Breaking Down the IT-OT Wall: Why IT Cybersecurity Tools Fail on the Plant FloorPub date: 2025-07-08Get Podcast Transcript →powered by Listen411 - fast audio-to-text and summarizationIn this episode, Dino Busalachi and Craig Duckworth tackle a critical disconnect plaguing industrial organizations: the disconnect in understanding and communication between IT and OT regarding industrial cybersecurity. While some IT departments are investing in OT cybersecurity platforms, 85% of the data these tools collect is designed for OT teams to act upon. Unfortunately, plant floor personnel, system integrators, and OEMs working in these environments rarely get access to dashboards, asset inventories, or vulnerability reports.Organizations must move beyond the "oil and water" mentality between IT and OT. This means involving plant personnel in cybersecurity decisions, sharing data with trusted partners who "build the cars" (not just buy them), and recognizing that effective OT security requires collaboration with the people who live and breathe on the plant floor every day.Bottom Line: If you're not sharing cybersecurity data with your system integrators, OEMs, and plant operations teams, you're not practicing true IT-OT convergence. You're missing critical opportunities to improve your security posture where it matters most.Chapters:00:00:00 - Why Local Collaboration is Critical for Cybersecurity Success00:01:07 - Meet Dino and Craig: Experts in IT/OT Integration00:01:49 - Unpacking the Challenges of IT/OT Convergence00:02:28 - Why IT and OT Teams Often Struggle to Align00:04:48 - Building Collaborative Frameworks for Stronger Cybersecurity00:07:33 - The Role of CIOs and CISOs in Driving Change00:08:44 - Navigating the Complexities of Diverse Plant Environments00:10:23 - Partnering with Vendors to Enhance Security Outcomes00:11:16 - Key Questions to Evaluate System Integrators Effectively00:16:35 - Using Tabletop Exercises to Align IT and OT Teams00:22:20 - Closing Thoughts: Bridging the Divide for Unified CybersecurityLinks And Resources:Want to Sponsor an episode or be a Guest? Reach out here.Industrial Cybersecurity Insider on LinkedInCybersecurity & Digital Safety on LinkedInBW Design Group CybersecurityDino Busalachi on LinkedInCraig Duckworth on LinkedInThanks so much for joining us this week. Want to subscribe to Industrial Cybersecurity Insider? Have some feedback you’d like to share? Connect with us on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube to leave us a review!The podcast and artwork embedded on this page are from Industrial Cybersecurity Insider, which is the property of its owner and not affiliated with or endorsed by Listen Notes, Inc.

Podcast: PrOTect It All (LS 26 · TOP 10% what is this?)Episode: How AI Became the Ultimate Cybersecurity Blind Spot: Understanding the Microsoft 365 Copilot VulnerabilityPub date: 2025-07-07Get Podcast Transcript →powered by Listen411 - fast audio-to-text and summarizationIn this episode, host Aaron Crow dives deep into the fast-evolving world of AI automation and its impact on cybersecurity. Aaron breaks down practical, real-world ways security professionals can leverage AI to streamline their workflows without breaking data loss prevention policies or putting proprietary information at risk.  From drafting reports and playbooks to automating repetitive tasks and managing vulnerability data, Aaron offers actionable advice for using both public AI tools like ChatGPT and more advanced private AI models. He also addresses common fears CISOs and business leaders have about unsanctioned AI use in the workplace and shares tips for staying safe and compliant while taking advantage of AI’s efficiencies.  Whether you’re in a large enterprise or a lean team with limited resources, you’ll come away with a fresh perspective on how to use AI responsibly to work smarter and protect your organization. Plus, Aaron invites listeners to share their own creative AI use cases and lessons learned. Let’s jump in and explore how to protect it all as AI advances. Key Moments :  01:20 AI's Rising Role in Media 03:22 Guidelines for Using AI Safely 07:06 "AI Integration and Automation Strategies" 10:03 Automating Windows Management Tasks 14:29 Exploring AI for Personal Tasks Connect With Aaron Crow: Website: www.corvosec.com  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aaronccrow   Learn more about PrOTect IT All: Email: [email protected]  Website: https://protectitall.co/  X: https://twitter.com/protectitall  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@PrOTectITAll  FaceBook:  https://facebook.com/protectitallpodcast    To be a guest or suggest a guest/episode, please email us at [email protected]   Please leave us a review on Apple/Spotify Podcasts: Apple   - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/protect-it-all/id1727211124 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/1Vvi0euj3rE8xObK0yvYi4The podcast and artwork embedded on this page are from Aaron Crow, which is the property of its owner and not affiliated with or endorsed by Listen Notes, Inc.

Podcast: Industrial Cybersecurity InsiderEpisode: The System Integrator’s Role in Supporting OT SecurityPub date: 2025-07-01Get Podcast Transcript →powered by Listen411 - fast audio-to-text and summarizationIn this episode, Craig Duckworth and Dino Busalachi discuss the critical but often overlooked or misunderstood role of system integrators (SIs) in industrial cybersecurity.Key Issues Identified:Organizations typically work with multiple specialized integrators across different facilities and systemsSome SIs lack cybersecurity expertise, focusing primarily on equipment functionalityEquipment can remain connected to networks for decades, with ownership and oversight changing hands over timeSystem integrators must exercise proper IT coordination to implement remote access solutions effectivelyRecommendations:IT and OT teams should collaborate more closely with system integrators on cybersecurity planningOrganizations need to evaluate their SIs' cybersecurity capabilities and partnershipsConsider standardizing on integrators with demonstrated cybersecurity practices and vendor certificationsApply the same due diligence used for IT vendor selection to OT system integratorsBottom Line: System integrators are essential partners in executing industrial cybersecurity strategies and protection. Organizations must actively engage them in security conversations and ensure they have the necessary skills and partnerships to implement secure solutions for their plant environments from the start.Chapters:00:00:00 - Real-World Ransomware Hits the Plant Floor00:00:52 - Meet the System Integrators Shaping Your OT Plant Floor Security00:01:17 - What System Integrators Really Do (and Don’t)00:04:13 - Remote Access: The Hidden Backdoor Nobody Sees00:08:34 - Why Ongoing Monitoring Is Non-Negotiable00:13:30 - How to Pick the Right System Integrator For Your Operations00:26:17 - Building Strong Partnerships with Your IntegratorsLinks And Resources:Want to Sponsor an episode or be a Guest? Reach out here.Industrial Cybersecurity Insider on LinkedInCybersecurity & Digital Safety on LinkedInBW Design Group CybersecurityDino Busalachi on LinkedInCraig Duckworth on LinkedInThanks so much for joining us this week. Want to subscribe to Industrial Cybersecurity Insider? Have some feedback you’d like to share? Connect with us on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube to leave us a review!The podcast and artwork embedded on this page are from Industrial Cybersecurity Insider, which is the property of its owner and not affiliated with or endorsed by Listen Notes, Inc.