Feb 01 2024 42 mins 3
We are delighted to have Ken Munro joining us from the UK today!
Ken is a Partner and Co-founder of Pen Test Partners. He is a seasoned technologist, the founder of multiple ventures, a pilot, a skier, and a dynamic and adventurous contributor to our community.
Ken brings a wealth of experience and expertise that promises to enrich our understanding of the evolving landscape in cybersecurity. In today's discussion, we dive into his remarkable career journey and explore his perspective on OT and ICS-related cybersecurity.
Join us for this informative session with Ken as he shares his valuable perspectives.
Show Highlights:
- Ken discusses his cybersecurity industry journey
- How Ken’s past Air Force experience relates to his current work in cybersecurity
- The benefits of telling a story when communicating complex concepts
- Ken shares a story to highlight the importance of safety and security within the aviation industry
- Ken talks about the unique systems on board planes and their vulnerabilities
- How the isolated protocols used in older aircraft systems are more robust and stable than the modern systems
- How even simple display systems can cause airport outages
- Ken shares his concerns about cybersecurity risks within cloud management platforms for industrial control systems
- How including contractual language for liability in procurement contracts can protect organizations against cybersecurity risks
- Ken shares his thoughts on the future of the cybersecurity industry
Links and resources:
Derek Harp on LinkedIn
Ken Munro on LinkedIn
