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25Minutes: Insights. Expertise. Impact.8 - Qusai AlRabei: How to design and run an effective OT SOC & lessons from the field that can save millionsWhat does it really take to build and operate an OT Security Operations Center (SOC)? In this episode of 25Minutes, I sit down again with Qusai - an expert with hands-on experience setting up OT SOCs, including his first major project in the Middle East. We explore the key differences between OT and IT incident response, the unique challenges of industrial environments and why traditional approaches often fall short. Qusai shares common mistakes companies still make, how to develop tailored use cases and playbooks and which parameters matter most when deciding between an OT SOC, IT SOC, or a...
2025-03-2725 min
25Minutes: Insights. Expertise. Impact.7 - Qusai AlRabei: OT security is a business strategy - not just SCADA, DCS & PLCs. IEC, WEF, UAE, Middle East, Global Ciso Forum, Cyber AIIn this episode of 25Minutes, I sit down with Qusai, a recognized OT Security Leader and recipient of multiple 2024 awards in the Middle East, including OT Security Leader of the Year and Excellence in Cyber Risk Management in 2024. With a background in mechatronics, hands-on experience across industries and a track record that spans academia and industry, Qusai brings a unique perspective on the evolving landscape of OT security. We dive into his early days in OT and what it takes to drive impactful security initiatives in critical infrastructure. Together, we explore why OT security requires a holistic approach, how...
2025-03-2025 min