In this special crossover episode, Distilled Buildings Tech joins forces with Sip'N'Security for a candid conversation that blends smart buildings, cybersecurity, OT/IT convergence, and exceptional whiskey. What begins as a bottle share quickly evolves into a deep, practical discussion on identity, segmentation, and how emerging technologies are reshaping the built environment.
🥃 What’s in the Glass
- Sam Houston 15 Year (103 proof) – rich, dark, and bold
- Penelope Cigar Series & Old Fashioned – dangerously smooth favorites
- International pours from Iceland and Colorado
- Award-winning rye and seasonal holiday selections
- Bonus: Buffalo Trace Bourbon Cream and creative cocktail ideas
👥 Hosts & Guests
- Jason Shearer – Distilled Buildings Tech
- Akram (AK) Khalis – Distilled Buildings Tech
- Justin Fields – Sip'N'Security
- Dave Abbott – Sip'N'Security
🧠 Topics Covered
🔐 IT & OT Security Convergence
- Why segmentation remains one of the hardest OT challenges
- The reality of securing devices with 10–20+ year lifecycles
- Why many OT vendors still “just want DHCP and outbound access”
🆔 Identity First
- Identity as the foundation of IT and OT security
- Limits of standards like MUD and real-world adoption challenges
- The importance of visibility and behavioral profiling over theory
🏗️ Cybersecurity in Building Design
- Why cybersecurity is buried in Division 27 specifications
- The case for cybersecurity as a first-class building requirement
- The emerging need for an IT-focused general contractor
🤖 AI in Security
- How AI accelerates both attackers and defenders
- AI-driven SOCs, anomaly detection, and automation
- Risks around AI supply chains, model trust, and prompt injection
🎧 Podcasting & Community
- Origin stories behind both shows
- Lessons learned on platforms, editing, and branding
- A surprise fan encounter proving the audience is growing
🔑 Key Takeaways
- There is no silver bullet for OT security
- Identity + visibility outperform rigid architectures
- Cybersecurity must be addressed early in building design
- AI is powerful—but only with proper governance and trust
