Improving Cyber Physical Security

Introduction

This is the podcast audio, highlights, and key insights from a Lunch and Learn session about the importance of improving cyber-physical security in building automation systems, highlighting the challenges and solutions in the industry. The event was hosted by KMC Controls.

Podcast Audio – Improving Cyber-Physical Security

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Highlights

• Importance of cyber-physical security in building automation systems.
• Collaboration of experts from various fields to address security concerns.
• Challenges in implementing cybersecurity measures in operational technology.
• Varying standards and protocols in different sectors impacting security measures.
• Cost implications in implementing redundancy and failover solutions.
• Focus on cloud connectivity and the need for secure connections.
• Consideration of natural disasters and human-made threats in building security planning.

Key Insights

• The discussion emphasizes the critical need to enhance cyber-physical security in building automation systems to safeguard against potential threats and vulnerabilities.
• Collaboration among experts from different sectors is crucial to address the complex challenges associated with implementing cybersecurity measures in operational technology effectively.
• The presence of varying standards and protocols across different industries underscores the importance of tailored security solutions to meet specific sector requirements.
• The cost implications of implementing redundancy and failover solutions highlight the financial considerations that organizations need to factor in when enhancing security measures.
• The focus on cloud connectivity underscores the significance of secure connections to prevent unauthorized access and data breaches.
• The consideration of natural disasters and human-made threats in building security planning emphasizes the need for comprehensive risk management strategies to ensure resilience in the face of potential disruptions.
• The example of failover capabilities in critical facilities like data centers showcases the importance of proactive measures to minimize downtime and maintain operational continuity in high-value environments.