Unlocking Resilience | Episode 2
Cyber Risk In OT
with Brandon Daniels & Cassie Crossley
February 3, 2025
Listen to Episode 2
Episode Summary
In this podcast episode, cybersecurity experts Brandon Daniels and Cassie Crossley dive deep into the critical world of Operational Technology (OT), revealing the hidden vulnerabilities that could potentially disrupt our most critical infrastructure. Fresh from the World Economic Forum’s Davos meeting, they expose how the rapid expansion of IoT and AI in manufacturing creates an alarming new attack surface, where cyber threats can seamlessly transition from digital to physical domains, potentially compromising everything from water treatment plants to manufacturing robots.
The conversation takes listeners on a journey through the complex landscape of OT security, highlighting geopolitical tensions, the challenges of long-lived industrial systems, and the emerging risks posed by advanced technologies. With real-world examples of infrastructure attacks and insights into how nation-state actors are targeting critical systems, this podcast is a must-listen for anyone concerned about the intersection of technology, security, and global stability.
Daniels and Crossley don’t just identify problems —they offer crucial perspectives on how organizations can better understand, monitor, and protect their operational technologies in an increasingly interconnected world.
Find Us On:
About the Speakers
Brandon Daniels
CEO, Exiger
Brandon Daniels is the CEO of Exiger, where he leads the development and scaling of AI-powered solutions to address complex supply chain challenges for global enterprises and government agencies. With a distinguished career in technology, Brandon has helped high-profile organizations navigate crises and manage risks, from the 2008 financial regulatory overhaul to managing COVID-19 supply chains. Before Exiger, he served as President of Clutch Group and Vice President at CPA Global. A sought-after thought leader, Brandon has been featured in top media outlets, including CNBC, Fox Business, The Financial Times, The New York Times, and The Wall Street Journal.
Cassie Crossley
VP, Supply Chain Security, Cybersecurity,
and Product Security Office, Schneider Electric
VP of Supply Chain Security at Schneider Electric, Cassie Crossley leads innovative cybersecurity initiatives for end-to-end security across the software development lifecycle. Author of “Software Supply Chain Security: Securing the End-to-End Supply Chain for Software, Firmware, and Hardware”, Cassie is a recognized thought leader in the field, frequently speaking on SBOMs and supply chain security. With a career spanning leadership roles at Ceridian, Hewlett-Packard, McAfee, and IBM, she brings deep experience and knowledge – driving security programs and governance at the intersection of technology and business. Cassie is also an active member of CISA’s SBOM working groups, helping shape the future of supply chain security.
Episode Summary
In this podcast episode, cybersecurity experts Brandon Daniels and Cassie Crossley dive deep into the critical world of Operational Technology (OT), revealing the hidden vulnerabilities that could potentially disrupt our most critical infrastructure. Fresh from the World Economic Forum’s Davos meeting, they expose how the rapid expansion of IoT and AI in manufacturing creates an alarming new attack surface, where cyber threats can seamlessly transition from digital to physical domains, potentially compromising everything from water treatment plants to manufacturing robots.
The conversation takes listeners on a journey through the complex landscape of OT security, highlighting geopolitical tensions, the challenges of long-lived industrial systems, and the emerging risks posed by advanced technologies. With real-world examples of infrastructure attacks and insights into how nation-state actors are targeting critical systems, this podcast is a must-listen for anyone concerned about the intersection of technology, security, and global stability.
Daniels and Crossley don’t just identify problems —they offer crucial perspectives on how organizations can better understand, monitor, and protect their operational technologies in an increasingly interconnected world.
Find Us On:
Never Miss an
Episode –
Stay in the Loop!
insights
