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OT After Hours · Mar 19, 2025 · 45 min

Active vs. Passive

In this episode, we explore the complexities of asset management in operational technology (OT) security. Join host Ken Kully, Systems Support Lead at Verve Industrial, and his guests Tyler Bergman, Zachary Woltjer, Natalie Kalinowski, and Lance Lamont as they discuss the challenges of tracking and securing assets in industrial environments, the impact of legacy systems, and the best strategies for improving visibility and resilience. Key Takeaways Asset management is a foundational element of OT security, yet many organizations struggle with visibility. Manual, passive, and active asset discovery each have unique benefits and limitations. IT/OT convergence presents additional challenges in integrating and securing legacy systems. The right combination of asset discovery methods is critical for maintaining security and operational efficiency. Organizations must balance security with practicality when implementing asset inventory strategies. Listener Q&A Cast your vote for your favorite version of Legacy Code on the Conveyor Belt! Version 1: https://suno.com/song/0fdc46c7-38b2-4c37-b390-9f2d54843e7a?sh=55oBq3xyYmqjUYRO Version 2: https://suno.com/song/550ed070-758d-4398-8a06-7e57fe8e19f8?sh=eQsUbG7WrF8iJdgS Want to ask a question for the experts at Verve to answer? Let us know! Timestamps 00:00 – Introduction and sound check 06:00 – Why asset management is critical to OT security 10:30 – The impact of legacy systems on asset visibility 15:20 – Manual asset discovery: Pros, cons, and best practices 22:10 – Passive asset discovery: Leveraging network traffic for insights 30:55 – Active asset discovery: Gaining deeper visibility without disrupting operations 40:30 – IT/OT integration challenges and strategies 50:10 – Closing thoughts and recommendations Guest Information Tyler Bergman: Operations Manager, providing insights into the practical challenges of cybersecurity in industrial environments. Zachary Woltjer: Customer Success Specialist at Verve Industrial, with expertise in helping organizations implement OT cybersecurity solutions. Natalie Kalinowski: Cybersecurity Specialist, bringing research-driven insights into network security and asset discovery. Lance Lamont: OT Security & Asset Management Expert, discussing best practices for inventorying and securing critical assets. Subscribe Follow and Subscribe Get in Touch LinkedIn | YouTube | Twitter/X | Contact Verve I Listener Q&A

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In this episode, we explore the complexities of asset management in operational technology (OT) security. Join host Ken Kully, Systems Support Lead at Verve Industrial, and his guests Tyler Bergman, Zachary Woltjer, Natalie Kalinowski, and Lance Lamont as they discuss the challenges of tracking and securing assets in industrial environments, the impact of legacy systems, and the best strategies for improving visibility and resilience.

Key Takeaways

  • Asset management is a foundational element of OT security, yet many organizations struggle with visibility.
  • Manual, passive, and active asset discovery each have unique benefits and limitations.
  • IT/OT convergence presents additional challenges in integrating and securing legacy systems.
  • The right combination of asset discovery methods is critical for maintaining security and operational efficiency.
  • Organizations must balance security with practicality when implementing asset inventory strategies.

Listener Q&A

Cast your vote for your favorite version of Legacy Code on the Conveyor Belt!

Want to ask a question for the experts at Verve to answer? Let us know!

Timestamps

00:00 – Introduction and sound check

06:00 – Why asset management is critical to OT security

10:30 – The impact of legacy systems on asset visibility

15:20 – Manual asset discovery: Pros, cons, and best practices

22:10 – Passive asset discovery: Leveraging network traffic for insights

30:55 – Active asset discovery: Gaining deeper visibility without disrupting operations

40:30 – IT/OT integration challenges and strategies

50:10 – Closing thoughts and recommendations

Guest Information

  • Tyler Bergman: Operations Manager, providing insights into the practical challenges of cybersecurity in industrial environments.
  • Zachary Woltjer: Customer Success Specialist at Verve Industrial, with expertise in helping organizations implement OT cybersecurity solutions.
  • Natalie Kalinowski: Cybersecurity Specialist, bringing research-driven insights into network security and asset discovery.
  • Lance Lamont: OT Security & Asset Management Expert, discussing best practices for inventorying and securing critical assets.

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