Unlocking the Future: Hands-On Learning and AI's Role in Cybersecurity Education with Philip Huff

Podcast: OT Security Made Simple PodcastEpisode: OT Security Made Simple | Warum spielen Unternehmen bei der OT-Sicherheit noch immer mit dem Feuer?Pub date: 2024-06-27In dieser Folge von OT Security Made Simple teilt Götz Schartner, Geschäftsführer des SOC-Dienstleisters 8com und Sachverständiger für Cyberversicherungen, seine Erfahrungen zu den häufigsten Angriffen. Er erklärt, warum OT-Sicherheit noch immer zu wenig Beachtung findet und weshalb das der größte Fehler eines Unternehmens sein könnte.The podcast and artwork embedded on this page are from Klaus Mochalski, which is the property of its owner and not affiliated with or endorsed by Listen Notes, Inc.

Podcast: Unsolicited Response (LS 34 · TOP 5% what is this?)Episode: S4x24 Main Stage Interview With Rob LeePub date: 2024-06-26Dale Peterson interviews Rob Lee on the S4 Main Stage. They cover a lot of ground and Rob is never shy about sharing his opinions and analysis. They discuss: Rob’s first S4 PIPEDREAM deployed v. employed distinction … and why 2 years later is it still the most dangerous ICS malware? Are we really more homogenous? What makes a group something that Rob/Dragos tracks as an ICS focused attacker? If the answer to intel is do the basics, do I need intel? What ICS specific data was VOLTZITE exfiltrating? What countries are targeting critical infrastructure? Is it realistic to expect any country to not target its adversaries CI? Threat actors focused on manufacturing How should an asset owner measure the effectiveness of their detection solution? The podcast and artwork embedded on this page are from Dale Peterson: ICS Security Catalyst and S4 Conference Chair, which is the property of its owner and not affiliated with or endorsed by Listen Notes, Inc.

Podcast: PrOTect It AllEpisode: Unlocking the Future: Hands-On Learning and AI's Role in Cybersecurity Education with Philip HuffPub date: 2024-06-24Welcome to Episode 13 of Protect It All! This episode features Philip Huff, a professor at UA Little Rock and a cybersecurity expert. He explores the promise of AI in education, especially for robotics and automation, while cautioning against the erosion of educational rigor. Philip and host Aaron Crow discuss the importance of hands-on learning and real-world experience in aligning educational standards with industry needs. They delve into the role of industry partnerships, the necessity of embedding cybersecurity education at the community college level, and the growing skills gap in technology due to retiring experts. The conversation also covers the advantages of competency-based education and flexible training programs in enhancing social mobility. Throughout, they stress the critical role of human involvement in AI and cybersecurity and the need for innovative, resilient systems. Tune in for an engaging discussion on the future of education and workforce development in the tech and cybersecurity sectors.   Key Moments:  00:10 Early career challenges prepare for real-world demands. 04:35 Degree's purpose is knowledge and skill acquisition. 08:17 Promoting cyber-informed engineering principles in community colleges. 11:32 Small private school in Texas prioritizes practical engineering. 14:48 Trade skills in high demand, apprenticeships offered. 17:33 Community colleges offer efficient curriculum changes for workforce. 23:12 Team's success attributed to aligning schedules with peers. 26:57 Company and employee benefit from long-term commitment. 28:46 Aligning learning outcomes with career competencies is crucial. 31:44 Retooling professionals for new careers and skills. 36:13 Value education based on future job prospects. 37:35 Integration of AI in education needs balancing. 42:52 Transforming education to align with real learning. 46:28 Transforming classroom for positive shared learning experiences. 49:57 Unused industrial equipment turned into educational tools. 52:10 Learn troubleshooting, not just following instructions. 56:07 Excitement and fear about accessible AI advancements. 59:12 Developing cyber engineering education standards at Idaho National Labs. About the guest :  Philip Huff is an Associate Professor of Cybersecurity at the University of Arkansas in Little Rock and serves as the Director of Cybersecurity Research in the Emerging Analytics Center. Dr. Huff is also chief scientist and co-founder of Bastazo, a company specializing in cybersecurity solutions for industrial technology. He leads the National Cyber Teaching Academy, the Department of Energy’s Emerging Threat Information Sharing and Analysis Center, and the Cybersecurity Consortium for Innovation which all focus on driving work-force development and innovation for cybersecurity in the region. He is also a CISSP. How to connect with Philip: https://www.linkedin.com/in/philip-huff-65012621/ 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] 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: Automation Chat (LS 26 · TOP 10% what is this?)Episode: How Edge Computing Simplifies & Enhances AI-Based Cybersecurity in IT & OTPub date: 2024-06-25As advancements in cybersecurity have improved detection and response capabilities, managing the immense amounts of data required by AI-based cyber solutions remains a challenge. So, in this episode, we chat about how edge computing can enhance cybersecurity. Executive Editor Theresa Houck is joined by Valerie Schneider, Business Development Manager and Mike Wurster, Director of Strategic Alliances with Stratus Technologies to discuss: The biggest cyberthreats facing manufacturers and producers. How industrial firms can deal with these cyberthreats. How artificial intelligence can be integrated with existing OT security technologies & processes to provide a comprehensive Defense-in-Depth strategy. How AI can enhance threat detection & response in OT environments. Best practices for improving cybersecurity. How edge computing & virtualization let users consolidate multiple applications on a single platform, allowing cybersecurity protocols to integrate with applications like HMI, SCADA, MES and batching. How to balance security measures with usability & productivity. Steps for improving OT cybersecurity without significant investment or disruption to operations. You can also watch their discussion on YouTube at https://youtu.be/0kQ1c3z36MM. Resources from this episode: Stratus & Rockwell Automation Partnership: “Together, Simplifying Edge Computing for the Connected Enterprise.” Analyst Brief: “Virtualization with Stratus Zero-Touch Computing Platforms.” White Paper: “Edge Computing Bridges IT and OT People, Process, and Technology.” Email Valerie Schneider [email protected]. Email Mike Wurster at [email protected]. Automation Chat is brought to you by The Journal From Rockwell Automation and Our PartnerNetwork magazine. Find us on LinkedIn. Find us on Facebook. Find us on X (Twitter). ** Named Best Podcast 2 Consecutive Years! 2022 & 2023 Apex Awards of Publication Excellence.The podcast and artwork embedded on this page are from The Journal From Rockwell Automation and Our PartnerNetwork, which is the property of its owner and not affiliated with or endorsed by Listen Notes, Inc.

Podcast: Hack the Plant (LS 34 · TOP 3% what is this?)Episode: Supporting Ukrainian Electrical Grid Resilience in WartimePub date: 2024-06-21Joe Marshall is a Senior IoT Security Strategist at Cisco Talos Intelligence Group. When Russia invaded Ukraine in 2022, Joe helped coordinate a multinational, multi-company coalition of volunteers and experts to find a technological solution. Bryson and Joe sat down to discuss his efforts in Ukraine, how he got the go-ahead from Cisco leadership, and more. “They were like, yeah, we can't even get accurate timing to work on our transmission grid because of jamming that is interrupting GPS communications,” Joe explains. “A week later I was sitting in my office and I went, ‘I wonder if we have something inside of Cisco that can actually help with this.’” Join us for this and more on this episode of Hack the Plan[e]t. Hack the Plant is brought to you by ICS Village and the Institute for Security and Technology.The podcast and artwork embedded on this page are from Bryson Bort, which is the property of its owner and not affiliated with or endorsed by Listen Notes, Inc.

Podcast: ICS Cyber Talks PodcastEpisode: Hadas Tamam BA. Head of CRRI & Hillel Kobrovski @Ono AC on report of cyber economic damage in IsraelPub date: 2024-06-20עו"ד הדס תמם בן-אברהם ראש המכון למחקר סיכוני סייבר והילל קובורובסקי מרצה סייבר שניהם מהאקדמית אונו, בשיחה על הדו"ח החדש שפורסם באפריל 2024: הערכת העלות הכלכלית בגין תקיפות סייבר בישראל Adv. Hadas Tamam Ben-Avraham, the Head of Cyber Risks Research Institute & Vice Dean at Ono Academic College, and Hillel Kobrovski, a Senior Lecturer for Cyber security at the College, in a conversation about The new report from April 2024 on the economic damage estimate from cyber attacks in Israel.The 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: Bites & Bytes PodcastEpisode: The Double Andrew Rose Special: Insights on Cybersecurity in AgroFoodsPub date: 2024-06-20In this special episode of the Bites and Bytes Podcast, host Kristin Demoranville is joined by two cybersecurity experts, both named Andrew Rose, for an insightful discussion on the intersection of cybersecurity and AgroFoods.  Andrew Rose, from the UK, is currently the Chief Security Officer (CSO) at SoSafe and formerly the CISO at Proofpoint, CSO at Mastercard UK, and CISO at the National Air Traffic Services (NATS).  The other, Andrew Rose, is from the US; he’s an Ag Futurist and a cybersecurity advisor specializing in agricultural production, including advising for BIO-ISAC. Learn about the critical role of resiliency in the agri-supply chain, the impact of human error on cybersecurity, and the need for education and awareness to prevent breaches.  Explore how cybersecurity integrates into food safety culture and the importance of building security into agri-tech products.  The discussion also covers emerging cybersecurity trends, the role of government agencies like the FBI, and the global implications of food security. Tune in for expert insights, practical advice, and a deeper understanding of the unique challenges and opportunities in agri-food cybersecurity and this critical infrastructure. Also, Happy Pride! 🏳️‍🌈 ----------------------------------------------------- Episode Key Highlights: (16:03 - 16:55) National Seminars on Agricultural Security Threats (19:19 - 20:24) Lessons for Food Industry Cybersecurity (22:50 - 23:54) Importance of Data Integrity and Availability (27:51 - 29:22) Social Engineering (34:03 - 35:46) Food Security and Existential Risks (39:13 - 40:17) Impact of Global Food Economy (41:29 - 42:09) Impact of Ukraine on Grain Prices (49:34 - 51:11) Rising Nation-State Threats in Cybersecurity (53:13 - 54:22) Importance of Product Security in Agro-Tech (59:46 - 01:00:55) Financial Impact of Ransomware Attack ----------------------------------------------------- Notes from the Show: Scott’s Pizza Tour – NYC Secret Pizza – Las Vegas Reporting Agricultural Incidents (Ic3.gov) ----------------------------------------------------- 🏳️‍🌈👊⚡️ Pride Merch 🏳️‍🌈👊⚡️ Bare Knuckles & Brass Tacks Podcast BKBT Pride Merch Shop Learn more about Out in Tech Learn more about the Scholarship for LGBTQ+ students This BKBT podcast episode discusses these causes and the Pride Merch Shop. ---------------------------------------------------- Bites and Bytes Podcast Info: Website:  Explore all our episodes, articles, and more on our official website.  Visit Now Merch Shop:  Show your support with some awesome Bites and Bytes gear! 🧢👕 Shop Now Blog:  Stay updated with the latest insights and stories from the world of cybersecurity in the food industry.  Read Our Blog Audience Survey:  We value your feedback!  Help us make the podcast even better.  Take the Survey Schedule a Call with Kristin:  Want to share your thoughts?  Schedule a meeting with Kristin!  Schedule NowThe 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: Error Code (LS 25 · TOP 10% what is this?)Episode: EP 39: Hacking Water Systems and the OT Skills GapPub date: 2024-06-18A critical skills gap in Operational Technology security could have a real effect on your water supply and other areas of the critical infrastructures. Christopher Walcutt from DirectDefense explains how the IT OT convergence, and the lack of understanding of what OT systems are, might be contributing to the spate of water systems attacks in 2024. 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: ICS Pulse PodcastEpisode: Ep. 49: Jacob Marzloff on building a resilient OT networkPub date: 2024-06-18When it comes to critical infrastructure, like the energy sector, weak cybersecurity can cause incalculable damage. In this episode, we talk with Jacob Marzloff of Armexa about how to build a more resilient OT network and some of the technological advancements that are shaping the industry.The podcast and artwork embedded on this page are from Industrial Cybersecurity Pulse, which is the property of its owner and not affiliated with or endorsed by Listen Notes, Inc.

Podcast: Today with ISSSourceEpisode: Launching an ISA/IEC 62443-driven Cybersecurity ProgramPub date: 2024-06-17Most industrial firms lack a firm foundation of cybersecurity protection. Bad actors are on the rise and are constantly revising their attack tactics. Learn the best way to start a new journey along the ISA/IEC 62443 protection pathway.The podcast and artwork embedded on this page are from Gregory Hale, which is the property of its owner and not affiliated with or endorsed by Listen Notes, Inc.