Summary 

In this conversation, Harminder Singh shares his journey from being an electronics engineer in India to becoming a cybersecurity consultant in the U.S. He discusses the challenges of implementing cybersecurity measures in industrial settings, particularly the cultural differences between IT and OT environments. Harminder emphasizes the importance of overcoming resistance to cybersecurity initiatives and the need for continuous education and adaptation in the field. He also reflects on his transition to freelancing and the entrepreneurial aspects of his career, highlighting the significance of work-life balance and personal fulfillment.

Takeways 

The biggest challenge in cybersecurity is overcoming skepticism.
Cultural differences between IT and OT impact implementation.
Cybersecurity requires a holistic approach beyond just antivirus.
Leadership support is crucial for successful cybersecurity programs.
Resistance often comes from both internal and external stakeholders.
WannaCry incident highlighted the need for cybersecurity in OT.
Continuous education is essential for adapting to new threats.
Freelancing allows for more independence and work-life balance.
Networking and sharing knowledge are key to growth in consulting.
Entrepreneurship offers the freedom to pursue personal interests.

Soundbites 

"It helped me a lot."
"I want to teach what I learned."
"I want to learn and spread."

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Background
02:58 Challenges in Cybersecurity Implementation
08:14 Cultural Differences Between IT and OT
12:33 Overcoming Resistance to Cybersecurity
17:01 Transitioning to Consulting and Freelancing
21:14 Entrepreneurial Journey and Work-Life Balance
25:54 Future Aspirations and Networking

Video: https://youtu.be/3S-liqWGdk8