OT Cybersecurity Summit

In addition to the high-profile cyber-attack on the Colonial Pipeline, a recent report released by multiple U.S. Government agencies, “Defending OT Operations Against Ongoing Pro-Russian Hacktivist Activity”, has highlighted the urgent need to secure OT device security to protect critical infrastructure. Cybercriminals are increasingly focusing on OT systems, which often have insufficient security measures in place and are crucial for key infrastructure and industrial operations.

The alarming rise in OT cyber-attacks on America’s critical infrastructure has highlighted the urgent need to prioritize investment in defending against OT-specific cyber threats. Oil and Gas, Utilities, and other critical infrastructure companies must reassess their approach to cybersecurity and mitigate attacks across converged systems. With increasingly sophisticated methods of attack and the added complexities of IT/OT convergence, investing in advanced threat detection, employee training to raise cyber risk awareness, and incident response capability has become more urgent than ever before.

Taking place in Houston this October 28-29, 2024, the OT Cybersecurity Summit will bring together OT, operations, ICS, and cybersecurity leaders to discuss how to reduce system vulnerabilities and cyber threats across your OT operating environment. Key themes include how to:

Understand and address cybersecurity risks, system vulnerabilities, and cyber threats in IT/OT convergence and across multiple platforms
Tackle technology debt and security challenges in legacy systems, and identify security measures tailored for OT networks.
Utilize leading OT security drivers to secure leadership buy-in and investment in cybersecurity initiatives.
Bridge the gap between IT/OT teams to enhance collaboration and strengthen overall cybersecurity in a converged environment.
Examine the National Cybersecurity Strategy and updated requirements for TSA-regulated oil and gas pipeline systems to ensure compliance and protection.