PrOTect It All
PrOTect IT All with Aaron Crow delivers weekly episodes focused on cybersecurity and operational technology, tackling emerging threats across industrial control systems, AI security, and IoT threats. The show emphasizes enterprise risk management, manufacturing security, power grid security, and threat intelligence, providing listeners with authentic conversations from security leaders and practitioners. It’s a resource for those committed to real-world IT operations security and understanding AI risks in critical infrastructures.
Episodes
AI is changing cybersecurity at an incredible pace. But are organizations prepared for the risks that come with it?
In this episode of Protect It All, host Aaron Crow sits down with Brian Schleifer, an industry veteran with decades of experience spanning the military, technology, consulting, defense, and critical infrastructure.
Aaron and Brian explore what it really takes to adopt AI responsibly across IT and OT cybersecurity. Bey...
Effective OT penetration testing isn't just about finding vulnerabilities, it's about building trust.
In this episode of Protect It All, host Aaron Crow is joined by Oren Niskin and Reynaldo Gonzalez for an engaging discussion on the evolving role of penetration testing in operational technology (OT) environments.
Drawing from years of experience in industrial operations, IT, and OT cybersecurity, Oren and Reynaldo explain why succ...
The biggest cybersecurity challenge isn't technology - it's people.
In this episode of Protect It All, host Aaron Crow welcomes Swapnil Kachave for an insightful conversation about what it really takes to build high-performing cybersecurity teams in an era of AI, automation, and increasing cyber threats.
Having built and led Security Operations Center (SOC) teams across five industries, Swapnil shares why successful cybersecurity p...
Some of the biggest cybersecurity threats to critical infrastructure aren't new - they've simply never gone away.
In this episode of Protect It All, host Aaron Crow welcomes back Lesley Carhart for a fascinating conversation about why decades-old malware like Conficker continues to infect operational technology (OT) environments around the world.
Drawing on nearly two decades of industrial incident response experience, they share r...
The biggest challenge in OT cybersecurity isn't technology - it's earning trust.
In this episode of Protect It All, host Aaron Crow sits down with Jacob McCune, a cybersecurity architect with more than 20 years of hands-on experience across both IT and OT environments.
Jacob shares his unconventional journey from the help desk to securing critical infrastructure, highlighting the lessons that only real-world experience can teach. T...
AI is changing OT cybersecurity - but success still depends on understanding your operations.
In this episode of Protect It All, host Aaron Crow welcomes Vivek Ponnada for a practical conversation about how artificial intelligence is transforming the way organizations defend critical infrastructure.
With decades of experience in industrial automation and OT security, Vivek shares firsthand insights into the realities of protecting ...
When it comes to OT cybersecurity, the fundamentals still matter - even in the age of AI.
In this episode of Protect It All, host Aaron Crow sits down with Caleb Davis for a practical discussion on securing industrial environments where uptime, safety, and resilience are non-negotiable.
From legacy control systems and tight budgets to AI-powered threats and open-source security tools, Aaron and Caleb explore the real challenges org...
Quantum computing isn't a future problem - it's a cybersecurity challenge organizations need to start preparing for today.
In this episode of Protect It All, host Aaron Crow welcomes Jim Sortino for a timely discussion on quantum readiness, cryptographic risk, and the future of cybersecurity.
As organizations continue accumulating technical debt and relying on aging cryptographic systems, the arrival of quantum computing threatens ...
Cybersecurity isn't the goal. Business resilience is.
In this episode of Protect It All, host Aaron Crow sits down with Lee Ward to explore why organizations need to move beyond compliance checklists and start focusing on what really matters: the ability to withstand, recover from, and adapt to disruption.
Drawing on more than two decades of experience spanning the UK civil service, logistics, supply chain operations, and governanc...
Technical skills might get your attention - but soft skills build cybersecurity careers.
In this episode of Protect It All, host Aaron Crow sits down with technology leader and mentor Robert Whetstine for a candid conversation about what it really takes to succeed in today’s cybersecurity job market.
As AI reshapes hiring, the market becomes more crowded, and professionals struggle to stand out, Aaron and Robert explore the o...
The future of cybersecurity belongs to people who can adapt - not just those with the longest list of certifications.
In this episode of Protect It All, host Aaron Crow sits down with Peter Schawacker for a candid conversation about the evolving intersection of AI, cybersecurity, talent, and career growth.
With nearly 30 years of experience in cybersecurity and technology leadership, Peter shares real-world insights on what organiz...
AI is rapidly transforming cybersecurity but are critical infrastructure environments ready for what comes next?
In this episode of Protect It All, host Aaron Crow sits down with longtime colleague and cybersecurity expert Clark Liu to explore how artificial intelligence is reshaping both IT and OT security operations.
From incident response and compliance frameworks to workforce shifts and operational resilience, Aaron and Clark u...
AI agents are changing cybersecurity faster than most organizations can adapt.
In this episode of Protect It All, host Aaron Crow welcomes back cybersecurity veteran Ken Foster for a deep dive into how AI is reshaping risk, identity, and resilience across IT and OT environments.
With more than 30 years of experience spanning the Navy, manufacturing, fintech, government programs, and startups, Ken brings a grounded, real-world persp...
Cybersecurity isn’t just about technology - it’s about people.
In this episode of Protect It All, host Aaron Crow sits down with Sean Tufts for a conversation that goes far beyond tools and tactics. From the locker room to control rooms, Sean shares how his journey from professional football to OT cybersecurity shaped his approach to trust, teamwork, and leadership.
Together, they unpack one of the biggest challenges in...
Construction sites are no longer just physical - they’re digital, connected, and increasingly vulnerable. In this episode of Protect It All, host Aaron Crow sits down with Lee Carsten to explore the rising cyber risks across the architecture, engineering, and construction (AEC) industry.
As digital transformation accelerates - with AI, digital twins, and connected building systems becoming standard - construction projects are...
The biggest challenge in OT cybersecurity isn’t just technology - it’s people.
In this episode of Protect It All, host Aaron Crow sits down with Mike Holcomb to explore one of the most urgent issues facing the industry today: the growing skills gap in OT and ICS cybersecurity.
Mike shares his journey from IT into operational technology security and breaks down why more professionals are needed to defend the systems that...
You can’t manage risk you can’t measure - or even see.
In this episode of Protect It All, host Aaron Crow sits down with Nicholas Friedman to explore how organizations can move beyond compliance and build real, measurable cybersecurity programs across IT and OT environments.
With experience spanning banking, aerospace, and critical infrastructure, Nicholas shares how risk management principles translate across industrie...
In this special milestone episode of Protect It All, host Aaron Crow steps away from the usual format to share his personal journey - from early days working with PLCs at a kitchen table to building a platform that connects and educates cybersecurity professionals around the world.
This episode is more than a reflection - it’s a story of persistence, curiosity, and community.
Aaron walks through the evolution of IT and OT cyb...
Strong OT cybersecurity programs aren’t built on tools alone, they're built on strategy, communication, and smart investment.
In this episode of Protect It All, host Aaron Crow is joined by cybersecurity expert Don C. Weber for a candid, real-world discussion on what it actually takes to build and sustain effective security programs across IT and OT environments.
From CapEx vs OpEx decisions to the growing role of AI in both ...
Cyberattacks don’t just test your systems - they test your preparedness.
In this episode of Protect It All, host Aaron Crow breaks down key lessons from the Striker attack and what it reveals about today’s evolving threat landscape across IT and OT environments. From energy and healthcare to manufacturing systems, attackers are increasingly using sophisticated techniques like “living off the land” - blending...
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