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Securing Our Future: The Cyber Challenge in Aging Infrastructure

68 min • 8 april 2024
Podcast: PrOTect It All (LS 24 · TOP 10% what is this?)
Episode: Securing Our Future: The Cyber Challenge in Aging Infrastructure
Pub date: 2024-04-04

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Summary

The conversation covers the challenges and risks associated with aging infrastructure, particularly in critical sectors such as power generation and water treatment. The lack of maintenance and neglect of infrastructure pose significant threats to public safety and national security. The integration of IT and OT systems in these sectors creates vulnerabilities that can be exploited by cyber attackers. The conversation emphasizes the need for a comprehensive strategy and funding to address these issues. Additionally, the importance of vocational education and job creation in the infrastructure sector is highlighted. The conversation covers various aspects of infrastructure, including the government bidding process, the slow process of infrastructure projects, the need for streamlining government processes, the importance of continuous maintenance and upgrades, the need for oversight and compliance, the importance of a proactive approach to infrastructure, the consequences of neglecting infrastructure, the impact of cyber attacks on infrastructure, personal journeys into cybersecurity, opportunities in OT cybersecurity, and a call to action to get involved in OT cybersecurity.
 

Takeaways

  • Aging infrastructure in critical sectors poses significant risks to public safety and national security.
  • The integration of IT and OT systems in critical infrastructure creates vulnerabilities that can be exploited by cyber attackers.
  • Comprehensive strategies and funding are needed to address the challenges and risks associated with aging infrastructure.
  • Vocational education and job creation in the infrastructure sector are crucial for addressing the maintenance and upgrade needs. Infrastructure projects involve a slow and complex government bidding process.
  • Infrastructure projects can take several years to complete and require continuous maintenance and upgrades.
  • Streamlining government processes and consolidating oversight can help expedite infrastructure projects.
  • Continuous maintenance and upgrades are essential to ensure the reliability and security of infrastructure systems.
  • Proactive measures are necessary to prevent infrastructure failures and mitigate the impact of cyber attacks.
  • There are job opportunities in the field of OT cybersecurity, and vocational education and training are available.
  • Engaging with experts and organizations in the field can provide valuable insights and guidance.

 

More About The Episode

Hosted by: Aaron Crow

Guest: Luther 'Chip' Harris

 

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