From IT to the Plant Floor by Kai London
OT security needs far more people than it has, and the path in is rarely clear. This book explains the roles, the knowledge employers look for and how to build practical skills — whether you are coming from IT, engineering or starting fresh.
What the book covers
The OT security landscape
Sectors, roles and what the work involves.
Core knowledge
Control systems, protocols and how plants operate.
Hands-on skills
Home labs, simulators and safe practice environments.
Certifications
Which credentials help, and in what order.
Routes in
Moving across from IT security, engineering or operations.
Landing the role
CVs, interviews and your first months on site.
Career guidance in this book is general; requirements vary by employer, sector and country.
Who it is for
IT security professionals, engineers, technicians, graduates and career changers interested in OT security.
About the author
Professor Kai London — CISSP, CISM.
An internationally recognised cybersecurity executive, board advisor and Founder & CEO of Quantum AI Systems Security LLC, writing at the convergence of AI, governance and operational resilience. Honorary Professor and Researcher at UCL.