Why OT Must Lead the Manufacturing Cybersecurity Conversation

Podcast: Industrial Cybersecurity InsiderEpisode: Why OT Must Lead the Manufacturing Cybersecurity ConversationPub date: 2025-12-17Get Podcast Transcript →powered by Listen411 - fast audio-to-text and summarizationKatie O'Brien shares her unconventional journey from music teacher to industrial cybersecurity expert, bringing over 25 years of IT experience into the OT world. In this conversation with Dino, Katie discusses the critical gaps in OT cybersecurity—from the lack of university programs teaching industrial security to the disconnect between IT and OT teams. They explore why system integrators and OEMs fail to design cybersecurity into new manufacturing projects from the start, compare it to building cars without safety features, and discuss the emergence of managed services in the OT space. Katie explains how Garland Technology helps organizations get visibility into aging infrastructure with unmanaged switches, and both hosts emphasize the urgent need for the OT ecosystem to drive cybersecurity conversations proactively rather than waiting for IT teams who may never have walked the plant floor.Chapters:(00:00:00) - The Hard Truths About OT Security Nobody Wants to Hear(00:01:06) - Katie's Unconventional Journey: From Music Teacher to OT Cybersecurity Expert(00:04:00) - The Current State of OT Cybersecurity and Future Directions(00:06:00) - The Education Gap: Why Universities Aren't Teaching Industrial Cybersecurity(00:08:00) - The Disconnect Between IT/Security Teams and OT Operations(00:10:00) - Designing Cybersecurity Into New Manufacturing Projects From the Start(00:13:00) - IT Teams Who've Never Walked the Plant Floor(00:16:00) - The Emergence of Managed Services in the OT Space(00:18:00) - Garland Technology: Getting Visibility Into Aging Infrastructure(00:19:00) - Software Defined Automation and the Future of Industrial Control(00:22:00) - Why the OT Ecosystem Must Drive the Cybersecurity Conversation(00:24:00) - The Real Cost of Downtime and Cyber Incidents in ManufacturingLinks And Resources:Katie O'Brien on LinkedInWant 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: Hack the Plant (LS 35 · TOP 3% what is this?)Episode: AI and the Future of Maritime CybersecurityPub date: 2025-12-16Get Podcast Transcript →powered by Listen411 - fast audio-to-text and summarizationIn this episode, host Bryson Bort sits down with Gary Kessler, retired cybersecurity professor and co-founder and director of the Maritime Hacking Village. As a maritime cybersecurity researcher, consultant, and practitioner with nearly fifty years of experience, Gary walks us through the ins and outs of cybersecurity at sea, automated identification systems (AIS), and AI’s current and future role in maritime operations. What is AIS spoofing, and why is it dangerous? What are the unique challenges posed by cybersecurity at sea? Is the maritime industry ready for artificial intelligence integrations? “AI is going to [present] really incredible opportunities for us moving forward. I think however, it is a tool that is not well understood in general by people who are not specialists. And particularly in the maritime industry, we're going to have to get a lot better at understanding the capabilities and the pitfalls,” Gary said. Join us for this and more on this episode of Hack the Plan[e]t. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast represent those of the speaker, and do not necessarily represent the views and opinions of their employers. 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 Arabia PodcastEpisode: Secure Deployment in OT | 57Pub date: 2025-12-13Get Podcast Transcript →powered by Listen411 - fast audio-to-text and summarizationJoined by Marco (Marc) Ayala on ICS Arabia Podcast 🎙, a globally recognized ICS/OT security leader, President of InfraGard Houston, and ISA Fellow, with over 30 years of experience securing critical infrastructure across oil & gas, chemicals, and the maritime domain.We’ll explore: ⚓ Secure Deployment in Critical OT Control & Safety ⚓ Maritime cybersecurity challenges in ports and offshore facilities ⚓ Best practices for resilience in high-stakes OT environments ⚓ Marco’s work with the International Society of Automation (ISA) – his history with the organization, contributions to standards, and role as an instructor ⚓ His leadership in InfraGard and how it strengthens collaboration between government and industry to protect critical infrastructure ⚓ Advice for countries building their own OT security standards – lessons learned from global best practices and regional implementationsThe podcast and artwork embedded on this page are from ICS ARABIA PODCAST, 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: AI, Governance & Cybersecurity Culture: Why People and Process Still Matter MostPub date: 2025-12-15Get Podcast Transcript →powered by Listen411 - fast audio-to-text and summarizationCybersecurity has evolved from an afterthought to a business-critical responsibility - and AI is accelerating that shift faster than most organizations are ready for. In this episode of Protect It All, host Aaron Crow sits down with Sue McTaggart, a cybersecurity leader with a software development background and more than 15 years of experience driving security transformation. Together, they explore how cybersecurity success today depends less on shiny new tools and more on culture, governance, and fundamentals done right. Sue shares her journey from developer to cybersecurity leader, offering real-world insights into embedding security thinking into everyday work - not bolting it on after something breaks. The conversation tackles the realities of AI adoption, the risks of over-automation, and why human oversight and curiosity remain essential in an increasingly automated world. You’ll learn: Why technology alone can’t fix cybersecurity problems How to embed a security-first mindset across teams and leadership What AI changes - and what it doesn’t - in cybersecurity governance The role of Zero Trust and foundational cyber hygiene Why people, process, and accountability prevent more breaches than tools How generational shifts and curiosity shape the future of cyber careers Whether you’re a security leader, technologist, or business decision-maker navigating AI adoption, this episode delivers grounded, practical wisdom for building resilience that lasts. Tune in to learn why strong cybersecurity still starts with people, not platform,s only on Protect It All. Key Moments: 01:12 Cybersecurity Evolution and Insights 03:51 "Cybersecurity Requires Culture Shift" 07:09 "Tech Failures and Curfew Challenges" 10:30 "Prioritizing Security in AI Development" 15:05 Cybersecurity's Role in Everything 19:37 "Everything is Sales" 23:54 Adapting Communication for Audiences 26:26 "Think Ahead, Stay Curious." 28:30 Tinkering and Curiosity Unleashed 31:32 "Gen Z: Redefining Work and Life." 36:17 Governing AI: Benefits and Risks 37:59 AI Needs Human Oversight 42:35 "AI's Role in Cybersecurity." 47:25 "Hackers Exploit Basic Vulnerabilities." About the guest: Sue McTaggart is a passionate educator and cybersecurity professional with a strong background in software development. Her curiosity and desire to raise awareness led her to transition from developing applications primarily in languages like Java in the early 2000s to the field of cybersecurity. Sue is dedicated to empowering others through education and strives to share her knowledge to help others better understand cybersecurity risks and solutions. She is honored and humbled by opportunities to speak about her work and continues to inspire those around her with her commitment to ongoing learning and public awareness. How to connect Sue: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sue-mctaggart-24604158/ 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: ICS Arabia PodcastEpisode: IT/OT convergence with ISA President Scott Reynolds | 61Pub date: 2025-12-13Get Podcast Transcript →powered by Listen411 - fast audio-to-text and summarizationIn this episode of the ICS Arabia Podcast, Scott Reynolds, President of the International Society of Automation (ISA), shares his deep insights on bridging IT and OT cybersecurity, emphasizing how collaboration and mutual understanding are key to building secure, resilient, and efficient industrial systems.Scott discusses: 🔄 The critical role of IT-OT translators in preventing communication and security gaps. 🔐 The importance of ISA/IEC 62443 standards as a unifying cybersecurity framework. 🌐 How IT-OT convergence can succeed through clear governance and shared accountability. 🎓 The need to balance practical experience with formal certification in cybersecurity. 🤖 The growing role of AI and robotics in industrial systems and ISA’s AI assistant, MIMO. 🌍 ISA’s global engagement and the value of volunteering to advance the automation community.🎧 Listen to the full episode to hear Scott’s vision The podcast and artwork embedded on this page are from ICS ARABIA PODCAST, which is the property of its owner and not affiliated with or endorsed by Listen Notes, Inc.

Podcast: The Industrial Security Podcast (LS 35 · TOP 3% what is this?)Episode: Rapid Recovery - When Security Fails [The Industrial Security Podcast]Pub date: 2025-12-13Get Podcast Transcript →powered by Listen411 - fast audio-to-text and summarizationWe've been hacked. Everything is down. Or more mundane - there was a power surge and 5% of our cyber gear is fried. How do we get back into operation fastest? Stephen Nichols of Acronis joins us to look at rapid recovery of OT systems - from the mundane to the arcane.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: ICS Arabia PodcastEpisode: Interview with Mohammed AlDabbous (Arabic) | 46Pub date: 2025-12-13Get Podcast Transcript →powered by Listen411 - fast audio-to-text and summarizationJoin us for a special live session 🎙️ with Mohammed AlDabbous, a leading expert with over 15 years in OT and OT cybersecurity!Currently the Director of Solutions Engineering at Industrial Defender, Mohammed brings a wealth of experience from his roles at Invictux, Nozomi Networks, and Honeywell.We’ll be discussing OT security trends, real-world challenges, and advice for the next generation of cybersecurity professionals.The podcast and artwork embedded on this page are from ICS ARABIA PODCAST, which is the property of its owner and not affiliated with or endorsed by Listen Notes, Inc.

Podcast: Exploited: The Cyber Truth Episode: When Open Source Gets You Into Hot Water: Copyleft Risk in Embedded SystemsPub date: 2025-12-11Get Podcast Transcript →powered by Listen411 - fast audio-to-text and summarizationOpen source accelerates development in embedded systems, but hidden license obligations can quickly create legal and operational risk. In this episode of Exploited: The Cyber Truth, host Paul Ducklin is joined by RunSafe Security Founder and CEO Joseph M. Saunders and Salim Blume, Director of Security Applications, for a look at how copyleft risk emerges and why compliance in embedded products is more challenging than many teams expect. Salim breaks down how restrictive licenses, such as GPL and AGPL, can force the disclosure of proprietary code, interrupt product shipments, or create exposure long after devices are deployed in the field. Joe shares why accurate SBOMs, automated license checks, and enforcing policy at build time are critical to preventing surprises in downstream products. The discussion also touches on the ongoing Vizio case, where the TV manufacturer faces litigation that could compel public release of source code under the GPL, highlighting how open source obligations can surface years after products hit the market. Together, Paul, Joe, and Salim explore: How copyleft obligations can require source-code disclosureWhy embedded environments complicate license complianceReal-world cases where unnoticed GPL dependencies caused major issues, such as Vizio’s GPL lawsuit and Cisco’s WRT54G router familyThe growing implications of AGPL for SaaS and connected servicesHow build-time SBOMs and automated controls reduce long-term risk Whether you're building connected devices, managing software supply chain compliance, or protecting proprietary IP, this episode offers practical guidance to reduce copyleft risk before it becomes a costly problem.The podcast and artwork embedded on this page are from RunSafe Security, which is the property of its owner and not affiliated with or endorsed by Listen Notes, Inc.

Podcast: ICS Arabia PodcastEpisode: Building an OT Security Company from Scratch (Arabic) | 52Pub date: 2025-12-13Get Podcast Transcript →powered by Listen411 - fast audio-to-text and summarizationIn this episode, I’m joined by Engineer Ali Laribi, the founder of Fortress Plus, to dive deep into what it takes to build and lead in the OT security space — especially when you’re going against the crowd.The podcast and artwork embedded on this page are from ICS ARABIA PODCAST, 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 77: Building a Cyber Physical System Device LibraryPub date: 2025-12-09Get Podcast Transcript →powered by Listen411 - fast audio-to-text and summarizationDo you really know what’s on your network? A lot of OT devices are white labeled, meaning they have a brand name but under the hood they’re made by someone else. Sean Tufts, Field CTO for Claroty, explains how his team is using AI to sift through all the available data and build a cyber physical library that starts to add specificity to remediation operations, and improve cyber physical security overallThe 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.