Brian McCarthy

When it comes to safeguarding sensitive information and maintaining robust cybersecurity, organizations cannot afford to overlook the value of proper training. I’ve seen firsthand how investing in NIST staff training can transform a company’s security posture and overall operational efficiency. It’s not just about ticking a compliance box; it’s about empowering your team to understand, implement, and maintain critical security standards that protect your business and your clients. Let’s dive...

Think about the refrigerator in your break room, the badge reader at your front door, the industrial sensor on your production floor, and the camera watching your parking lot. These devices don’t fit the usual IT asset profiles. Most vulnerability scanners overlook them, and they are rarely mentioned in insurance applications or board risk briefings. Still, these devices are connected to your network. They store and transmit data and can be compromised. When that happens, whether through a...

The regulatory landscape governing industrial automation in oil and gas has fundamentally shifted — and the accountability now reaches the boardroom. Most oil and gas executives have heard of NIS2, but many do not realize it holds them personally accountable for compliance, not just their IT or OT teams. This is not a simple compliance checkbox. In several EU jurisdictions, non-compliance may result in temporary suspension from management roles and significant fines. This is only one...