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Episode Synopsis
Bryan Becker, founder of Class IV shares how Class IV is pioneering next-generation cyber defense strategies, leveraging AI and machine learning to protect critical energy infrastructure. The conversation explores the unique cybersecurity challenges facing the energy industry, the shortcomings of traditional methods, and the need for a radical new approach. With real-world insights and predictions about the evolution of cyber threats, Bryan offers a compelling look at the future of cyber defense in energy.Join the conversation shaping the future of energy.Collide is the community where oil & gas professionals connect, share insights, and solve real-world problems together. No noise. No fluff. Just the discussions that move our industry forward.Apply today at collide.io0:00 - Intro2:17 - Tech Career Beginnings4:56 - Cybersecurity Fundamentals7:13 - Common Cyber Threats Overview11:10 - Energy Sector Cybersecurity Challenges13:49 - Transition to Oil and Gas Industry19:04 - Understanding SOX Compliance24:41 - Debunking SOC 2 Myths27:35 - Vagueness in Cybersecurity Standards29:43 - Cybersecurity Gaps in Oil and Gas34:00 - Exploring the Fractional CSO Model39:01 - Cloud Security Insights43:18 - Bear Analogy for Cybersecurity46:03 - Operational Technology (OT) Security48:20 - Bryan Becker's Personal Tech Stack54:20 - Latest Cybersecurity Tools and Trends57:57 - Practical Cybersecurity Measures1:01:26 - Best Practices for 2FA1:02:07 - Responding to Data Leaks1:07:55 - Connecting with Bryan Becker1:08:39 - Energy Tech Night Promotionhttps://twitter.com/collide_iohttps://www.tiktok.com/@collide.iohttps://www.facebook.com/collide.iohttps://www.instagram.com/collide.iohttps://www.youtube.com/@collide_iohttps://bsky.app/profile/digitalwildcatters.bsky.socialhttps://www.linkedin.com/company/collide-digital-wildcatters
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