What does it really take to build and operate an OT Security Operations Center (SOC)? In this episode of 25Minutes, I sit down again with Qusai - an expert with hands-on experience setting up OT SOCs, including his first major project in the Middle East. We explore the key differences between OT and IT incident response, the unique challenges of industrial environments and why traditional approaches often fall short. Qusai shares common mistakes companies still make, how to develop tailored use cases and playbooks and which parameters matter most when deciding between an OT SOC, IT SOC, or a hybrid model. If you're in cybersecurity, industrial operations or simply want to understand the nuances of securing operational technology environments, this episode is packed with actionable insights and lessons learned from the field.

Important note: The views and opinions expressed in this episode are solely those of the individuals involved and do not necessarily reflect those of any organization, employer or affiliation. 

Our Guest: 

LinkedIn: https://ae.linkedin.com/in/qusai-alrabei-cybersecurity

https://www.weforum.org/stories/2023/12/why-securing-the-ot-environment-is-important/

25 Minutes Podcast

Hostey by: Eliel Mulumba

Audio editing & mastering: Michael Lauderez

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