Video: Examining plant floor network security and protection methods

Learning objectives

• Identify network security risks
• Determine ways to strengthen network security
• Limiting access to Ethernet devices across a network
• Understand what Ethernet encryption is
• Benefits of using encryption in a network.

With today’s volatility of geopolitical issues, more manufacturers are concerned about cybersecurity within their organizations including at the plant-floor level. Professionals in information technology (IT) and operational technology (OT) areas are seeking ways to help implement defense-in-depth methodologies to strengthen their network defenses. In this virtual training we will discuss some simple ways to help improve control level network security using very economical tools. We will also explore how to limit access to Ethernet devices as well as how and when to use Ethernet encryption.

Presenter: 

Charlie Norz is the Senior Product Manager for Automation at WAGO Corporation located in Germantown, Wisconsin.  WAGO’s parent company, located in Minden, Germany pioneered CAGE CLAMP® spring pressure connection technology and uses it in its extensive range of Interconnect, Interface and Automation solutions

Do you have experience and expertise with the topics mentioned in this content? You should consider contributing to our WTWH Media editorial team and getting the recognition you and your company deserve. Click here to start this process.