Yair Attar is the Co-founder and CEO of OTORIO, which delivers next-generation OT security and digital risk management systems to global industrial companies. With over 15 years of experience in cybersecurity, software engineering, and risk management, he protects industrial and critical infrastructure from cyber threats. As a former Senior Officer in the Israeli Defense Force’s Cyber Command, Yair headed the military’s Incident Response and Threat Hunting division to defend national, mission-critical systems.

As technology continues to advance, cyber threats are becoming more prevalent. Cybersecurity is a critical concern for businesses and individuals alike. So how can you remain vigilant in protecting your assets and information from cybercriminals looking to exploit vulnerabilities in your system?

According to Yair Attar, control systems are especially vulnerable to cyber threats. These systems help manage critical infrastructure such as power grids, water treatment plants, and transportation systems. If these systems are compromised, it could result in significant disruption and potential danger to the public. Therefore, it’s crucial to have measures in place to protect these control systems from cyberattacks. Yair recommends hiring a firm that offers cybersecurity solutions for industrial and critical infrastructure.

In this episode of the Rising Entrepreneurs Podcast, Dr. Jeremy Weisz sits down with Yair Attar, Co-founder and CTO of OTORIO, to discuss his entrepreneurial journey offering cybersecurity solutions for industrial and critical infrastructure. Yair talks about cybersecurity risks in industrial settings and control systems, the formation of OTORIO and how it helps businesses, mistakes companies make with cybersecurity preparations and entrepreneurial growth through partnerships.