Why OT Cybersecurity Can’t Be Solved with IT Tools: A Site-Level Perspective (May 21, 2025)
While IT/OT convergence continues to become more commonplace in organizations, trying to address OT challenges with IT tools and tactics is a recipe for disappointment. Without a deep understanding of industrial processes and the unique risks they present, well-intentioned IT solutions can inadvertently compromise safety, reliability, and production continuity.
Alan Raveling, Interstates, will explore the consequences of applying IT tools to OT environments through real-world examples. OT tools and techniques will be discussed with methods to incorporate them into an IT-managed environment.
Key Takeaways:
- Applying IT tools and tactics to OT environments will result in unplanned outages
- Risks within an OT environment will not be adequately identified and remediated without OT-specific tools and resources
- Education of IT personnel on how to approach OT environments is necessary
Webinar Details
Date: Wednesday, May 21, 2025
Time: 11 a.m - 12:00 am EDT U.S.
Price: Free
Format: Presentation
Alan Raveling, Interstates
Alan Raveling serves as a Senior Technologist at Interstates, where he evaluates and leverages technologies to enhance workforce efficiency and capability. His passion lies in guiding clients through the complexities of the operational technology landscape. With over 20 years of experience, Alan has supported companies of all sizes in their digitization and cybersecurity efforts.