DirectConnect

DirectConnect

Archer’s DirectConnect podcast brings together industry expertise to cover current events, hot topics and the latest tech from across the critical infrastructure sector. DirectConnect can be watched on YouTube as well, you can find all the episodes at www.youtube.com/archernewsnetworkWould just like to learn more about Archer Energy Solutions and what we do? Head over to our website @ www.archerint.com, give us a call @ 1-800-805-7411 or email us @ contact@archerint.com, we’d love to hear from you!

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DirectConnect

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Technology

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archerint.com

Latest episode

Jul 8, 2026

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Episodes

Compliance Program Maturity 31.05.2023

On this episode, Nick Weber and Stacy Bresler talk the ins and outs of your compliance program. Archer’s DirectConnect podcast brings together industry expertise to cover current events, hot topics and the latest tech from across the critical infrastructure sector. Would just like to learn more about Archer Energy Solutions and what we do? Head over to our website @ www.archerint.com , give us a c...

Random Round-Up 17.05.2023

On this episode, Nick Weber, Leonard Chamberlin and Steve Parker talk about a mix of things. From the latest cyberattack on Dragos and ABB to where they turn to to get the latest buzz happening in our industry. Would just like to learn more about Archer Energy Solutions and what we do? Head over to our website @ www.archerint.com , give us a call @ 1-800-805-7411 or email us @ contact@archerint.co...

Star Wars: May the 4th be with you 04.05.2023

On this episode, Leonard Chamberlin, Jeff Johnson and John Radioman sit down to talk about how a lot of scenarios in The Return of the Jedi could have been easily avoided with a little security. Archer’s DirectConnect podcast brings together industry expertise to cover current events, hot topics and the latest tech from across the critical infrastructure sector. Would just like to learn more about...

Audit Stories 15.04.2023

On this episode, Nick Weber and Bryan Carr, Managing Partners at Archer, sit down to reminisce about when they were auditors and laugh about some of the funny and horror stories from back in the day. We would also like to wish Morgan a very Happy Birthday. Archer’s DirectConnect podcast brings together industry expertise to cover current events, hot topics and the latest tech from across the criti...

GridEx VII 05.04.2023

Nick Weber, Managing Partner at Archer, sits down with Jesse Sythe, GridEx Program Manager with NERC's E-ISAC to talk about GridEx the largest grid security exercise in North America. Hosted every two years by NERC’​s E-ISAC, GridEx gives E-ISAC member and partner organizations a forum to practice how they would respond to and recover from coordinated cyber and physical security threats and incide...

Grid Forward 22.03.2023

Steve Parker, Managing Partner with Archer, sits down with Bryce Yonker and Kelly Strand from Grid Forward. Grid Forward is non-profit organization that brings together utilities, solution providers, government agencies, regulators, advocates and others to work together on making grid modernization a reality. You can learn more about Grid Forward at their website: www.gridforward.org Would just li...

Veterans in Energy 09.03.2023

Nick Weber and Stacy Bresler talk about their recent visit to Washington DC where they attended the Veterans in Energy conference.

Are auditors asking for too much evidence or not enough? 22.02.2023

On this episode, Stacy Bresler, Nick Weber and Steve Parker sit down to talk about whether auditors are asking for too much evidence or not enough? Why do they even need performance evidence?

Internal Controls 08.02.2023

On this episode, Stacy Bresler, Leonard Chamberlin and Mark Brahmstadt chat about internal controls. Archer’s DirectConnect podcast brings together industry expertise to cover current events, hot topics and the latest tech from across the critical infrastructure sector. Would just like to learn more about Archer Energy Solutions and what we do? Head over to our website @ www.archerint.com , give u...

Recent Substation Attacks 25.01.2023

On this episode, Bryan Carr, Nick Weber and Leonard Chamberlin sit down and take a closer look at substations, what they are, what they do and the recent attacks across the United States. Archer’s DirectConnect podcast brings together industry expertise to cover current events, hot topics and the latest tech from across the critical infrastructure sector. Would just like to learn more about Archer...

2023: A Look Ahead 12.01.2023

On the first episode of season 2, Steve Parker, Nick Weber and Leonard Chamberlin sit down and take a look at what might lay ahead in physical and cyber security for 2023. Original Release Date: January 11th, 2023

Safety: with guest Josh Burditt 12.01.2023

On the final episode of season one, Brent Castagnetto and Leonard Chamberlin sit down with guest Josh Burditt who’s a JY Lineman/Working Foreman for MP Technologies, to discuss safety out on the job site. Original Release Date: December 7th, 2022

What We're Thankful For 12.01.2023

On this episode, Brent Castagnetto, Stacy Bresler and Leonard Chamberlin sit down to talk about the what they are thankful for on the eve of Thanksgiving. Original Release Date: November 23rd, 2022

Software Updates and Patch Management 12.01.2023

On this episode, Mark Brahmstadt, Bryan Carr and Jeff Johnson sit down to talk about the good, the bad and the ugly when it comes to software updates and patch management. Original Release Date: October 19th, 2022

Strong Passwords and a Password Manager 12.01.2023

On this episode, Steve Parker and Stacy Bresler, Partners at Archer sit down to discuss the dos and don’ts of a strong password and the use of a password manager. Original Release Date: October 12th, 2022

Multi-Factor Authentication 12.01.2023

On this episode, Steve Parker and Leonard Chamberlin, Partners at Archer, sit down to discuss the pros and cons of Multi-Factor Authentication. Original Release Date: October 5th, 2022

CIP-013: The Gaps in the Chain 12.01.2023

On this episode, Stacy Bresler, Nick Weber and Leonard Chamberlin, Partners at Archer, sit down to discuss the gaps in the CIP-013 supply chain. Original Release Date: September 28th, 2022

Audit Preparations 12.01.2023

On this episode, Mark Brahmstadt sits down with Archer’s Partners Nick Weber and Bryan Carr to talk about preparing for an audit. Original Release Date: September 14th, 2022

Incident Response Planning Strategies 12.01.2023

On this episode #14 Mark Brahmstadt sits down with Archer’s Partners Nick Weber and Bryan Carr to talk about incident response planning strategies. Original Release Date: August 24th, 2022

TSA Security Directive 2C 12.01.2023

On this episode, Mark Brahmstadt sits down with Steve Parker and Leonard Chamberlin to pick their brains about TSA Security Directive 2C. Original Release Date: August 10th, 2022

Security Awareness Program 12.01.2023

On this episode, Mark Brahmstadt, Steve Parker and Brent Castagnetto, sit down discuss security awareness programs. Original Release Date: July 27th, 2022

Compliance Vs. Security Vs. Reliability 12.01.2023

On this episode, Mark Brahmstadt, Steve Parker and Leonard Chamberlin, sit down discuss compliance vs. security vs. reliability. Original Release Date: July 13th, 2022

Compliance and a Culture of Continuous Improvement 12.01.2023

On this episode, Mark Brahmstadt, Stacy Bresler and Jeff Johnson, sit down for a friendly conversation to discuss compliance and a culture of continuous improvement. Original Release Date: June 29th, 2022

Internal Controls 12.01.2023

On this episode #9 Mark Brahmstadt, Nick Weber and Steve Parker sit down for a friendly conversation about internal controls. Original Release Date: June 15th, 2022

Creating a Comprehensive Staffing Strategy for Critical Roles 12.01.2023

On this episode, Mark Brahmstadt, Nick Weber and Brent Castagnetto sit down for a friendly conversation about creating a comprehensive staffing strategy for critical roles. Original Release Date: June 1st, 2022

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