In today’s digital landscape, cybersecurity is no longer solely the concern of IT. It now encompasses Operational Technology (OT) and broader Information Security practices, all of which play critical roles but have differing priorities:
- IT is responsible for securing corporate networks, enterprise applications, and information systems.
- OT ensures the safe and continuous operation of industrial systems and critical infrastructure, with an emphasis on availability and operational stability.
- Information Security serves as the strategic umbrella, setting policies and frameworks that govern risk mitigation and data protection across the organization.
As IT and OT converge, in your vision, who should be responsible for cybersecurity? How can the board ensure that these teams, each with distinct cultures and priorities, work in unison to secure the organization’s assets?