82: Shaping the Cybersecurity Industry Through Persistent Innovation with Jonathan Pollet

Podcast: (CS)²AI Podcast Show: Control System Cyber Security
Episode: 82: Shaping the Cybersecurity Industry Through Persistent Innovation with Jonathan Pollet
Pub date: 2023-05-23

Derek is super excited to welcome a true trailblazer in the world of cybersecurity today!

Jonathan Pollet is the Founder and Executive Director of Red Tiger Security. He is an invaluable pioneer and a long-time contributor to the cybersecurity community. He has been a guiding light for those who ventured into cybersecurity from traditional IP backgrounds over a decade ago. 

Red Tiger Security is a focused SCADA Security consultancy, training, and research firm dedicated to the resiliency of national critical infrastructure and mission-critical business systems that must be available on a 24x7 basis. Red Tiger Security has developed and implemented a 6-layer Vulnerability Assessment approach that encompasses both Physical and Cyber security for ICS (Industrial Control Systems).

Hailing from the vibrant city of New Orleans, Louisiana, Jonathan’s upbringing was shaped by the unwavering dedication of his single mother. Determined to pursue a path in electrical engineering, he tirelessly sought opportunities to secure a full scholarship, ultimately leading him to the doors of Louisiana State University. Fortunately, his efforts paid off, and he emerged holding a four-year degree at the age of 21. Growing up in the lively streets of New Orleans instilled in him a belief that anything is possible when met with resilience and a zest for life!

With an illustrious background as a SCADA engineer, Jonathan has become an AI and OT security evangelist, leaving an indelible mark as an entrepreneur and business owner. In addition, he is also an instructor, speaker, scuba diver, and even a talented sax player!

Join us as we uncover the extraordinary life of Jonathan Pollet, a multifaceted force shaping the landscape of cybersecurity!

Show highlights:

How Jonathan got started in digital process control.Jonathan shares a pivotal moment in his cybersecurity journey where he witnessed the entire system repeatedly crashing due to a network issue caused by a user in Australia attempting to draw a network diagram.Jonathan explains how he taught himself cybersecurity and became an advocate for it.What prompted him to create a course in cybersecurity?Jonathan dives into his transition from working for Chevron to becoming an entrepreneur.Why selling cybersecurity is not always easy.Is the industry waking up to the importance of cyber hygiene?How is OT learning from the IT world?Jonathan explains how things will become more and more connected in the future.

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