# SBA 546: VPN and Remote Access in BAS

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Podcast: [The Smart Buildings Academy Podcast | Teaching You Building Automation, Systems Integration, and Information Technology](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-smart-buildings-academy-podcast-teaching-you-building-automation-systems-integration-and-information-technology-1107781)
Published: 2026-05-21T12:00:00+00:00
Episode link: https://podcast.smartbuildingsacademy.com/546
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## Resource

Remote access is no longer optional in building automation. But every connection to your BAS can also become a pathway for risk if security is treated as an afterthought. In this episode, you'll learn how VPNs, remote desktop tools, and zero trust strategies are reshaping the way automation professionals manage buildings remotely. You'll also hear why many BAS networks remain vulnerable and where even experienced teams make costly mistakes. Topics Covered • Why BAS cybersecurity is different from traditional IT security • The real differences between site-to-site, client-to-site, and zero trust access • How network segmentation protects building systems from larger threats • Common remote access mistakes that create hidden vulnerabilities • What a practical and secure remote access strategy should include As building systems become more connected, the challenge is no longer just enabling access. It's securing it without compromising operations.

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