#97: Why Should You Talk About Incident Response? | Part 3

02/20/25 • 37 min

Learn about the importance of identification in cybersecurity incident response

Welcome to the third episode of our Energy Talks miniseries titled, Why Should You Talk About Incident Response? Join OMICRON cybersecurity consultant Simon Rommer as he explores the different process steps involved in cybersecurity incident response alongside other experts from the power industry.

In this episode, Simon speaks with Johann Stockinger who is Head of Digital Forensics and Incident Response at the Deutsche Telekom Security Operations Center. Simon and Johann talk about the importance of Identification, which is the second step in the incident response process.

Johann highlights the complexities of cybersecurity, particularly in the context of data overload, the importance of historical data analysis, and pro-active threat hunting. He emphasizes the role of SIEM in security operations, the necessity of specialized tools in operational technology (OT) security, and the convergence of IT and OT security monitoring.

Johann also highlights the importance of contextualizing alerts for effective incident response, building a comprehensive incident timeline, and the critical collaboration between IT and OT teams in cybersecurity defense.

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Learn about the importance of identification in cybersecurity incident response

If you haven’t already listened to Part 1 and Part 2 of this miniseries, be sure to check them out –

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#96: Ensuring the Reliable Operation of Switchgear Components

Learn about the essential tests to perform on HV and MV switchgear to keep them in good condition

Degradation and other factors can compromise the reliable operation of high-voltage (HV) and medium-voltage (MV) switchgear over time. Therefore, it is important to test and assess the condition and performance of switchgear components regularly.

In this episode of Energy Talks, OMICRON product manager and switchgear testing expert Andreas Nenning emphasizes the importance of testing different switchgear components, such as circuit breakers, and describes the specific tests performed on various types of switchgear throughout their lifecycle to ensure reliability and safety in power substations.

Andreas also describes the challenges faced in testing particularly gas-insulated switchgear and offers helpful testing tips. Lastly, Andreas highlights future trends in switchgear testing and the advancements being made in testing technology to make switchgear testing safer, easier, and more efficient.

Learn more about testing on various types of switchgear and matching testing solutions here .

Andreas has already been a guest along with Fred Steinhauser in Energy Talks Episode 78 about The Importance of Working with Engineering Associations.

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#98: Experts Behind the Scenes in Power System Testing │ SQA Engineer

Learn how a software quality assurance engineer helps make power system testing reliable.

When you are out in the field and have limited time and resources to test electrical equipment, you rely on essential performance factors, such as the ease of use, reliability and safety of your power system testing solutions. But have you ever considered that the hardware and software components that make up these testing solutions you trust in the field are developed behind the scenes by experts you may never meet?

In this episode, our behind-the-scenes expert is Karolina Molczan who is an OMICRON Software Quality Assurance Engineer. She makes sure that the software used with power system testing devices function not only as they are intended to, but also in ways that exceed user expectations.

Karolina tells us about her experience and responsibilities and how they contribute to the performance and reliability of power system testing solutions and also the trust users place in them. She also offers advice to those who want to develop in her area of expertise.

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