A Separate Network for Critical Infrastructure - Is It a Good Idea?

Explore the concept of creating separate networks for critical infrastructure in this 49-minute conference talk from RSA Conference. Delve into the feasibility, costs, and potential benefits of moving essential operations off the Internet, as recommended by the National Infrastructure Advisory Council in 2018. Join industry experts Robert Knake, Sharla Artz, Peter Fuhr, and Samara Moore as they discuss the merits and challenges of this proposal, drawing on a year-long study. Gain insights into the practicality of implementing such networks, evaluate the trade-offs between network segmentation and other defensive strategies, and examine the government's role in protecting critical infrastructure. Develop a deeper understanding of network security and its implications for safeguarding essential systems.