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

Episode 76 October 06, 2025 00:28:01
Why “One Size Fits All” Fails in OT Cybersecurity: Real-World Fixes for IT–OT Gaps
PrOTect It All
Why “One Size Fits All” Fails in OT Cybersecurity: Real-World Fixes for IT–OT Gaps

Oct 06 2025 | 00:28:01

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Hosted By

Aaron Crow

Show Notes

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:

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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