Cybersecurity

According to Kubalsky, John Deere's Security by Design program aims to make security second nature in product development and is an ongoing initiative that will help the company keep up with ongoing industrywide changes. “Threat and technology landscapes are constantly changing,” he said. As these landscape evolve over time, Kubalsky aims to empower team members to stay up to date on the latest trends and technologies so that they can stay one step ahead of cyber threats.

According to Wheelock, John Deere's cybersecurity efforts aren't just upheld by talented people and robust technologies — they're cultivated by the culture, too. She shared that cultural initiatives, such as global security hackathons, give employees the chance to foster their own cybersecurity fervor and help others do the same. “These are incredible opportunities for teams and individuals to research new skill sets and tools and put them into practice,” she said. “Many projects have seen their way into production solutions.”

For Johnson, cybersecurity at John Deer is a true community effort, offering team members the chance to stretch their skills, think outside the box and leave their own mark on the company. “Creating a security-focused culture doesn’t happen overnight,” he said. “We’ve established a strong foundation, and we’re committed to keep building.” Johnson sees this effort as an ongoing undertaking that highlights the organization’s commitment to continuously improving its security, attracting the best talent and embracing the latest technologies.