123: From Classroom to Crisis: Immersive Training for ICS Security Professionals
From (CS)²AI Podcast Show: Control System Cyber Security by Derek Harp
January 14, 2025 · 23 min · Episode 123
About this episode
The episode discusses innovative training approaches in ICS and OT cybersecurity, featuring insights from Jeff Hahn on immersive learning experiences.
Derek Harp hosts Jeff Hahn , Project Manager at Idaho National Laboratory (INL), to discuss innovative approaches to training in the ICS and OT cybersecurity space. Recorded live at Hack the Capitol 7.0 , Jeff shares insights into how INL’s escape rooms provide hands-on, immersive learning experiences for professionals and students alike. The escape rooms integrate learning objectives from INL’s renowned 301 Red Team/Blue Team training, transforming them into engaging, gamified challenges. These exercises offer participants a chance to simulate real-world scenarios, improve teamwork, and develop critical cybersecurity skills. Jeff also highlights the importance of bridging gaps between IT and OT teams through collaborative training initiatives. Whether you're a seasoned professional or a newcomer to the field, this episode explores how gamification and experiential education can help prepare the next generation of cybersecurity experts. Discover how these escape rooms are traveling the world, raising awareness, and making learning accessible to everyone.
People in this episode
Host: Derek Harp
Guest: Jeff Hahn
Topics covered
- ICS security
- OT cybersecurity
- immersive training
- gamification
- collaborative training
- cybersecurity skills
Keywords
- ICS
- OT
- cybersecurity
- training
- gamification
- escape rooms
- teamwork
- experiential education
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: Idaho National Laboratory
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