S5E#2: Cyber Security and Safety in the Construction Industry with Lucian Niemeyer – Part One

Host Sue Steele welcomes Lucian Niemeyer, CEO of the nonprofit organization Building Cyber Security and former Assistant Secretary of Defense, for the first episode of a three-part series on cyber security. In this episode, Lucian lays the foundation by discussing the evolving landscape of cyber threats to U.S. national infrastructure, and the critical need for a proactive response from the engineering community. He introduces the concept of a "cyber standard of care" and describes the necessity for specialized education in cyber safety, as well as the integration of artificial intelligence within the design process. Lucian sets the stage for the next two episodes, which will explore how the construction and engineering sectors can provide effective solutions for owners, along with the strategies owners can implement to enhance cyber safety in their assets.