In today\u2019s cybersecurity landscape, network modeling is emerging as a pivotal tool in safeguarding expanding data and network infrastructures.<\/p>\n
The challenges of asset mapping and vulnerability management are growing more complex for even the most proactive enterprises. RedSeal Inc. is stepping up to fill this critical gap, offering comprehensive solutions that provide omnichannel visibility for organizations. A prime example of this is the company\u2019s collaboration with Amtrak, showcasing the transformative potential of advanced network modeling in the public sector.<\/p>\n
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<\/p>\nUnpacking network modeling with execs from RedSeal and Amtrak.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n
\u201cRedSeal is a preeminent modeling technology to model your network so you understand all of the assets and all the access points on your network without fail,\u201d said\u00a0Greg Enriquez<\/a> (pictured, right), chief executive officer of RedSeal. \u201cOnce you know that we want to prioritize vulnerabilities, you can do the right things at the right time. We want to assist you in understanding the attack path. So, if something bad does happen, you know what they can get to right away. And then finally, we\u2019re going to assist you in continuous compliance.\u201d<\/p>\n Enriquez and Jesse Whaley<\/a> (left), chief information security officer of Amtrak (National Railroad Passenger Corp.), spoke with theCUBE Research\u2019s\u00a0Savannah Peterson<\/a> at the <\/span>Black Hat USA event<\/span><\/a>, during an exclusive broadcast on Media\u2019s livestreaming studio. They discussed the need for organizations to protect themselves more effectively against today\u2019s threats through network modeling, compliance and priority mapping.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n At Amtrak, the principles of network modeling and compliance are applied in a fast-paced, high-stakes manner.\u00a0The complexity of Amtrak\u2019s infrastructure, which spans thousands of miles of track and encompasses various sectors beyond transportation, such as energy and emergency services, presents a unique set of challenges, according to Whaley.<\/p>\n \u201cWe are America\u2019s Railroad, but beyond that, we own and operate critical infrastructure, transportation being the main one, but also energy and emergency services,\u201d he said. \u201cWe have our own federalized police force, 500 police officers protecting our passengers and taking care of the physical threats. And beyond that, we are a real estate company.\u201d<\/p>\n Amtrak\u2019s vast and varied infrastructure includes legacy systems, modern technology and critical safety components that must be secured.\u00a0This blend of old and new technologies, combined with the mobility of the assets and the need to protect passengers, makes the cybersecurity demands at Amtrak particularly daunting.<\/p>\n \u201cWe have 19th and 20th century assets that we\u2019re trying to pull into the 21st century,\u201d Whaley said. \u201cNot all of that is tech, but we do have some pretty old tech out there, a lot of analog stuff that we\u2019re now transforming and making digital.\u201d<\/p>\n A key factor in managing such a complex environment is the integration of various cybersecurity solutions. By integrating over 125 cybersecurity tools, RedSeal ensures that its platform works seamlessly with the other technologies that Amtrak relies on. This integration is critical to provide a comprehensive defense strategy that adapts to the unique demands of Amtrak\u2019s network, Enriquez added.<\/p>\n \u201cThe better I can partner with other vendors to provide a solution for our clients, it\u2019s better for our client,\u201d he said. \u201cThey shouldn\u2019t have to be integrators of technologies that they need as a platform, in some sense, to solve the problem.\u201d<\/p>\n Additionally, having solutions that \u201cplay well together\u201d is crucial for creating a strategic advantage, Whaley added. This level of integration allows Amtrak to maintain a strong defense posture, ensuring that all aspects of its infrastructure are protected.<\/p>\n Here\u2019s the complete video interview, part of SiliconANGLE\u2019s and theCUBE Research\u2019s coverage of the <\/span>Black Hat USA event<\/span><\/a>:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\nSecuring a complex infrastructure using network modeling<\/h3>\n