In this episode, we dive into the latest Gartner Magic Quadrant report for OT cybersecurity and analyze key players, market trends, and strategies for selecting the right security partners.

We also discuss insights from the recent S4 conference, the growing importance of cyber-informed engineering, and how organizations can effectively align IT and OT security strategies.

We discuss CapEx versus OpEx and potential implications of the DOGE initiative around industrial cybersecurity investments.

Whether you're planning your next cybersecurity investment or tackling legacy system challenges, this episode provides practical guidance to help you navigate the OT security landscape.

Chapters:

• 00:00:00 -Think Globally, Secure Locally: Crafting an Effective OT Cyber Strategy
• 00:00:31 -Meet Dino & Craig: Cybersecurity Pros with Real-World OT Experience
• 00:01:03 -Cybersecurity Headlines That Matter: What’s Shaping OT Security Today
• 00:02:20 -Gartner’s Magic Quadrant Revealed: Who’s Leading OT Cybersecurity?
• 00:03:08 -Why OT Teams Hold the Key to Cybersecurity Success
• 00:04:24 -Your OT Ecosystem is Bigger Than You Think—Here’s Why That Matters
• 00:05:08 -S4 Conference Takeaways: The Future of Secure-By-Design Machines
• 00:11:39 -CapEx vs. OpEx: Smart Budgeting for OT Cybersecurity Investments
• 00:19:08 -AI, Onshoring, and the Next Big Shifts in Industrial Cybersecurity
• 00:20:50 -IT vs. OT? No—IT & OT: How to Bridge the Divide for Better Security
• 00:23:02 -Final Insights: The Must-Know Takeaways for Securing Your OT Environment

Links And Resources:

• Cybersecurity Group Page on LinkedIn
• Dino Busalachi on LinkedIn
• Craig Duckworth on LinkedIn

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In this episode of Protect It All, host Aaron Crow gets into pressing cybersecurity issues currently making headlines. Listeners are invited to explore the complex challenges governments face to ensure accountability without compromising security.

Aaron examines the implications of global policies that could force tech companies to undermine encryption. Steering clear of political discourse, he focuses on real cybersecurity risks, from untracked government spending to potential backdoors in personal devices and broader national security concerns.

Aaron provides critical insights into how these issues impact businesses, private citizens, and infrastructure, raising questions about privacy and data protection in today's digital age.

Whether you're a cybersecurity expert, a business leader, or someone who values privacy, this episode offers valuable perspectives and strategies to navigate the intricate IT and OT cybersecurity landscape. Join Aaron as he tackles these pressing topics and discusses how to maintain transparency and security for everyone.

Key Moments

00:00 Demanding Oversight for Sensitive Expenditures

05:42 Fragmented Infrastructure and Cybersecurity Challenges

09:19 Suing for Backdoors in Secure Communication

11:35 Phone Security and Privacy Concerns

13:40 Cybersecurity Risks of Government Backdoors

16:54 Encryption Backdoors: Security vs. Privacy?

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Ron Fabela of ABS Consulting joins the Nexus Podcast to dispel some of the myths surrounding threat actors targeting operational technology and industrial control systems. Groups such as the Russian Cyber Army, UserSec, and the CyberAv3ngers have different ideological motivations, and have decidedly carried out low-impact attacks on OT. Fabela covers some of their tactics, whether they're better marketers than hackers, and reminds users that their exploits still merit investigation and remediation.

Listen to every episode of the Nexus Podcast here.

As industrial enterprises lurch toward digital transformation and Industry 4.0, a new report looks at the security OT systems and finds it wanting. Grant Geyer, the Chief Strategy Officer for Claroty, talks about the findings from over one million devices in the field today, and what industries must do now to secure them.

The rapid evolution of AI is reshaping industrial cybersecurity, but are organizations ready for the risks?

In this episode, three different experts explore the complexities of securing OT environments, the rising role of AI in threat detection, and the challenges of integrating IT and OT security.

From governance and compliance to workforce development and emerging cyber threats, this discussion sheds light on the shifting cybersecurity landscape.

Gain insights into the future of industrial security, the impact of AI-driven decision-making, and the importance of balancing innovation with risk management.

Chapters:

• 00:00:00 - Diving into AI’s evolving role in industrial cybersecurity—threats, solutions, and what’s next
• 00:00:43 - AI, Global Trends, and More: A Glimpse into the Future of OT Cybersecurity with Claroty
• 00:5:16 - AI in Industrial Cybersecurity: Friend, Foe, or Something in Between?
• 00:10:58 - From Legacy Systems to Ransomware: The Evolution of OT Cybersecurity

Links And Resources:

• Cybersecurity Group Page on LinkedIn
• Dino Busalachi on LinkedIn
• Craig Duckworth on LinkedIn

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Lucian Niemeyer, CEO of Building Cybersecurity and former Assistant Secretary of Defense, joins Derek Harp to discuss the growing cyber risks to operational technology (OT) systems and the urgent need for proactive frameworks to protect public safety. Recorded live at Hack the Capitol 7.0, this episode delves into the vulnerabilities in smart buildings, connected infrastructure, and critical systems that could have life-threatening consequences if exploited.

Lucian shares how his experience in national security shaped his focus on OT cybersecurity, emphasizing the physical impacts of cyberattacks on HVAC systems, elevators, and even water utilities. He introduces the concept of cyber commissioning, a process that ensures building systems are configured securely from the start. Lucian also explains how Building Cybersecurity is creating industry-specific frameworks to help facility managers, building owners, and policymakers mitigate risks and reduce insurance liabilities.

With increasing threats from ransomware, nation-states, and insider errors, this episode highlights why securing operational technology is critical to protecting both property and lives. Learn how Lucian’s nonprofit is driving collaboration across industries to address this rapidly evolving threat landscape.