One of the primary challenges raised by the convergence of OT and IT is the need for operational data, such as PI System data, outside of the operational technology environment. This presentation and demonstration will illustrate the use of data diode cybersecurity technology to transfer PI System data one-way, from an OT environment to IT or the cloud, while securing the OT systems from all external threats. Attendees can expect to learn IT/OT convergence cybersecurity best practices, use cases, and how to enable external to access OT data without compromising the security of the operational network.
Speaker
Dennis Lanahan
Dennis joined Owl in the Fall of 2007, during his time at Owl he has directly influenced market growth within Intelligence, DOD and critical infrastructure markets including power generation, oil & gas and growth outside the US marketplace. He joined Owl after four years as Director of Sales Operations at iRobot. During the time of rapid growth at iRobot, from 2003-2007, he was responsible for overseeing Sales Operations and Customer Service for the Home Robots Division. His responsibilities included global supply-chain operations, customer fulfillment and North American consumer help-desk service and support. He started his career at Seagate Technology in Scotts Valley, CA and has held Sales and Sales Management positions in various technology companies selling computers, computer peripherals and internet services. He holds a Bachelors Degree of Individual Concentration (B.D.I.C.) from the University of Massachusetts from 1986, with a concentration in Business Management and Computer Information Science.