Unlocking the Secrets of Manufacturing Cybersecurity, with Tanium's Ashley McGlone

10 Questions to Cyber Resilience

Dive into the world of manufacturing cybersecurity with an insightful podcast episode featuring Ashley McGlone, a seasoned technology strategist from Tanium. Join your host, Luigi Tiano, as he engages in a riveting conversation with Ashley, unraveling the complexities of Industry 4.0, IoT, and the critical role of cybersecurity in the manufacturing landscape.

In this episode, Ashley shares his wealth of expertise, drawing on decades of experience in the tech industry, including roles at Microsoft, Toyota, and his current tenure at Tanium. The duo delves into the challenges posed by the convergence of IT and OT, exploring the unique cybersecurity concerns faced by manufacturing companies in an era of increased connectivity and automation.

Discover the significance of standards like ISA 62443 and the Purdue model in structuring cybersecurity practices for manufacturing environments. Luigi and Ashley explore the pressing need for visibility and control in OT environments, shedding light on the evolving trends and the potential risks associated with cloud integration.

As the conversation unfolds, Ashley provides valuable insights into the diverse mix of devices in manufacturing and how strategic platform partnerships can be the key to effective cybersecurity. The duo navigates the landscape of resources available for companies venturing into cybersecurity enhancements, with a special spotlight on the SANS Institute's industrial controls training.

Resources:

Watch the episode: https://youtu.be/1u6Ot5s-sXI

Ashley's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ashleymcglone/

Tanium's website: https://www.tanium.com/

Luigi Tiano’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/luigitiano/

Assurance IT Website: http://www.assuranceit.ca/

About Ashley McGlone:

Ashley McGlone has spent his life in IT. Between recordings of Tanium Tech Talks he enjoys advocating for customers, getting in the weeds of tech, and savoring a particular retro variety of red licorice. In his role as Technology Strategist he researches and creates vertical-specific guidance for customers to maximize their Tanium experience. He also is a megaphone for customer feedback to the Tanium product teams. As a frequent conference speaker he's always looking for opportunities to share the "Wow Tanium" experience with new audiences. Message him just to say hi or to talk Tanium and tech.

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About Assurance IT:

Assurance IT (www.assuranceit.ca) specializes in data protection and data privacy for the mid-market in Canada, since 2011. The Montreal-based company’s unique approach to helping customers become cyber resilient is called the PPR Methodology which stands for Prepare, Protect and Recover. Based on industry best practices, the PPR Methodology is an easier way to achieve cyber security and compliance objectives.