Unlocking the Secrets of Manufacturing Cybersecurity, with Tanium's Ashley McGlone

Cybersecurity in Manufacturing with Ashley McGlone from Tanium

Industry 4.0 and IoT have transformed manufacturing, but they’ve also introduced new cybersecurity risks. In this episode of 10 Questions to Cyber Resilience, Ashley McGlone, Technology Strategist at Tanium, joins Luigi Tiano, co-founder of Assurance IT, to explore the unique cybersecurity challenges in manufacturing and how companies can stay ahead of threats.

Topics Covered:

🏭 Cybersecurity in Industry 4.0 – The impact of increased connectivity.
🔗 IT & OT Convergence – Why manufacturing security requires a different approach.
📜 Key Security Standards (ISA 62443, Purdue Model) – Their role in safeguarding manufacturing environments.
👀 Visibility & Control in OT Networks – Why they’re critical.
☁️ Cloud Integration Risks – What manufacturers need to consider.
🔧 Managing a Diverse Device Ecosystem – Best practices for securing legacy and modern systems.
🤝 Strategic Platform Partnerships – How collaboration strengthens cybersecurity.
🎓 Industrial Control System Training – The value of SANS Institute resources.

Resources:

🔗 Ashley McGlone on LinkedIn
🔗 Tanium
🔗 Luigi Tiano on LinkedIn
🔗 Assurance IT

About Ashley McGlone

Ashley McGlone is a technology strategist with deep expertise in IT and OT security. His career spans Microsoft, Toyota, and Tanium, where he helps organizations maximize their cybersecurity investments. A frequent conference speaker, Ashley is passionate about sharing his knowledge and advocating for customers.

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About Assurance IT

Since 2011, Assurance IT has helped mid-market businesses in Canada protect their data and enhance cybersecurity. Their PPR Methodology—Prepare, Protect, and Recover—simplifies cybersecurity and compliance, ensuring organizations mitigate risks effectively.