Ep 49: The Intersection of IT and OT: Highlights from S4 Conference with Jori VanAntwerp

In this episode, Aaron is joined by Jori VanAntwerp live from the s4 conference. Together, they unpack the intricacies of networking at industry events, the challenges and opportunities in OT cybersecurity, and the evolving technologies and strategies that are reshaping the field.

From the significance of understanding asset owner needs to the promising future of AI and blockchain in cybersecurity, Aaron and Jori cover it all. Whether you're a seasoned professional or new to the field, this episode is packed with insights that will keep you informed and ahead in the ever-evolving cybersecurity landscape.

So, tune in and get ready to explore the essential strategies for protecting it all.

Key moments:

04:38 Asset Owner's Conference Dilemma

08:14 "Business at Speed of Trust"

10:45 Career Transition Acceptance

16:09 Limited Solution Compatibility Issues

18:41 Exploring Blockchain for Data Integration

20:47 Adapting to Imperfection with Technology

25:12 Dynamic Detection in Modern Substations

28:28 Rethinking Staffing for Power Utilities

31:45 Retiree Saves Power Plant Upgrade

35:37 Ford F-150 Taillights Theft Spike

39:08 Modular Redundancy in OT Security

42:20 "Advocating for Chipset Optimization"

45:32 "Call for Advanced PLC Monitoring Chip"

48:12 Complicated Security Measures Challenge Efficiency

49:28 Balancing Security and Operational Needs

52:57 IT Policy Disrupts Control Room Ops

56:43 Bridging OT and IT Teams

About the guest :

For nearly two decades, Jori has enabled industrial and IT organizations to be successful in reducing risk, increasing compliance, and their overall security efforts. Jori has the ability to quickly evaluate situations and determine innovative solutions and possible pitfalls due to his diverse background in security, technology, partnering and client-facing experience. Approaching situations with intuitive insight and methodology, leveraging his deep understanding of business and technology, ranging from silicon to the cloud. He had the pleasure of working with such great companies as Gravwell, Dragos, CrowdStrike, FireEye, McAfee, and is now Founder and Chief Executive Officer at EmberOT, a cybersecurity startup focused on making security a reality.

How to connect Jori :

Website : https://emberot.com/

Linkedin : https://www.linkedin.com/in/jvanantwerp/

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