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Why “One Size Fits All” Fails in OT Cybersecurity: Real-World Fixes for IT–OT Gaps

Why “One Size Fits All” Fails in OT Cybersecurity: Real-World Fixes for IT–OT Gaps

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Episode: Why “One Size Fits All” Fails in OT Cybersecurity: Real-World Fixes for IT–OT Gaps
Pub date: 2025-10-06

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OT cybersecurity isn’t about installing more firewalls - it’s about adapting your entire mindset.


In this episode of Protect It All, host Aaron Crow breaks down why IT security tools often fall short in industrial environments and what it really takes to protect operational systems. Drawing from 25+ years of hands-on experience, Aaron explores the differences between IT and OT priorities, why “silver bullet” solutions don’t exist, and how to build defense-in-depth strategies that actually work on the plant floor.


You’ll discover:



  • Why IT tools struggle in OT environments - and where they can help.


  • How to balance availability, safety, and security in critical systems.


  • Practical ways to manage legacy hardware, vendor dependencies, and remote access.


  • The key to uniting IT and OT teams for stronger resilience.



If you’re navigating the evolving world of industrial cybersecurity, this episode will change how you think about tools, processes, and protection.


Tune in to learn how to bridge the IT–OT divide and build a smarter, safer security culture.


Key Moments:


03:31 "Adapting IT Products for OT Use"


08:53 IT and OT Crossover Tools


11:05 Balancing OT Risk in Cybersecurity


13:37 Cybersecurity and Remote Secure Access


18:25 Designing Resilient, Independent Systems


21:40 Unified Cybersecurity Through Training & Collaboration


24:24 "IT and OT Integration Challenges"


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Learn more about PrOTect IT All:



 


To be a guest or suggest a guest/episode, please email us at info@protectitall.co


 


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Apple   - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/protect-it-all/id1727211124


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The podcast and artwork embedded on this page are from Aaron Crow, which is the property of its owner and not affiliated with or endorsed by Listen Notes, Inc.
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Why “One Size Fits All” Fails in OT Cybersecurity: Real-World Fixes for IT–OT Gaps

Why “One Size Fits All” Fails in OT Cybersecurity: Real-World Fixes for IT–OT Gaps

Aaron Crow