In this episode of Master Integrator, Paul Skelton is joined by Jeff Sonnleitner, cybersecurity educator and long-time CEDIA instructor, to unpack what cybersecurity really means for professional AV and smart home integrators.

Jeff explains why modern AV systems are increasingly targeted, how everyday smart devices create hidden entry points, and why integrators can no longer treat network security as someone else’s responsibility.

The conversation also explores the human side of cybersecurity, the rise of AI-driven threats, the importance of ongoing system maintenance, and how integrators can turn cybersecurity from a risk into a value-adding service.

Topics covered include:

• Why AV systems are attractive cyber targets

• Residential vs commercial cybersecurity risks

• The hidden danger of everyday smart devices

• Why hardwired systems still matter

• The human factor as the weakest link

• AI, automation, and emerging threats

• Cybersecurity as an ongoing service, not a one-off task

• Why education is now essential for integrators and clients

Guest:
Jeff Sonnleitner – Cybersecurity Educator, CEDIA Instructor

Sponsors:

• Kordz Australia
• Kolosseum
• Connected Magazine
• CEDIA

Contact:

[email protected]