Utility Infrastructure and Cyber Security 101: Why should you care?

In this episode of Amped Up, Melissa Parvis and Payam Hojjat discuss the critical importance of cybersecurity in the power industry and the broader implications for national infrastructure. As the Cybersecurity Risk & Governance Chief for the State of California, Payam shares his journey into cybersecurity and explore the vulnerabilities of industrial control systems, the motivations behind threat actors, and the essential role of employees in maintaining cybersecurity. The conversation also highlights the increasing sophistication of phishing attacks and the importance of awareness and training for employees. In this conversation, Payam and Melissa delve into the complexities of cybersecurity, focusing on the importance of a Zero Trust architecture, the identification of phishing emails, and the various tactics employed by social engineers.  ...