Discover(CS)²AI Podcast Show: Control System Cyber Security100: Exploring OT Security and Cyber Practices with IBM's Rob Dyson
100: Exploring OT Security and Cyber Practices with IBM's Rob Dyson

100: Exploring OT Security and Cyber Practices with IBM's Rob Dyson

Update: 2023-10-31
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We are delighted to welcome Rob Dyson as our special guest for the 100th episode of the CS2AI podcast!  

Rob is the Global OT Security Services Leader for IBM. Beyond his corporate role, he is a military veteran, a tech enthusiast, a devoted father and husband, a proud grandfather, and an avid scuba diver. 

His extensive experience overseeing key service areas within an industry giant like IBM makes Rob an exceptional guest for this milestone podcast. He joins us today to share his insights on control systems, operating technology, and cybersecurity practices.

Rob truly brings a wealth of knowledge and clarity to today’s discussion. Stay tuned for more!

Show highlights:

  • How Rob’s interest in technology influenced his desire to explore new things and push boundaries
  • The challenges of setting up a business continuity plan in a remote location
  • How security measures have evolved from the early days of network security to modern-day cybersecurity
  • The importance of understanding the network for OT security
  • How software developers can bring valuable skills to cybersecurity after mastering the fundamentals of networking
  • Rob shares his insights on entrepreneurship in the cybersecurity space
  • How Rob got offered a job with IBM in 2012 after a quick and unexpected interview process 
  • Rob explains how he transitioned to full-time OT security work in 2016 
  • Why is there a need for a different mindset and cultural understanding within the OT cybersecurity industry? 
  • Rob offers advice for people who have recently begun their career journeys

Links and resources:

(CS)²AI 

Derek Harp on LinkedIn

Rob Dyson on LinkedIn

IBM

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100: Exploring OT Security and Cyber Practices with IBM's Rob Dyson

100: Exploring OT Security and Cyber Practices with IBM's Rob Dyson

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