PP035: What IT Should Know About Securing Industrial Systems

Mike Holcomb, a Fellow of Cybersecurity and ICS-OT Cybersecurity Global Lead at FLOR, shares his vast expertise in industrial control systems. He discusses the convergence of IT and OT environments and the importance of cybersecurity in these sectors. Holcomb demystifies the Stuxnet attack and its implications for critical infrastructure, emphasizing the need for secure boundaries between IT and OT. He highlights the vulnerabilities of air-gapped systems and stresses proactive measures for effective incident response, providing invaluable insights for IT professionals.