Critical Systems and IT/OT

October 16, 2025 11:15 am - 12:30 pm

Monitoring of Mission-Critical Systems in the Military Airports of the Italian Air Force: lessons learned

Commander Col. Antonino Massara Commander 36' Fighter Wing Commander / Ministry of Defence, Italy

Implementing AI in OT environments, preparedness, and measuring maturity

Mike Echols CEO / Max Cybersecurity LLC, USA

Bridging Functional Safety and Cybersecurity: A Unified Approach to Protecting Critical Infrastructure

Phil Litherland Principal Consultant / Bridewell, UK

Protecting critical systems, such as ICS and SCADA, within CI is vital for security and public safety. The convergence of IT and OT networks increases cyber risks, demanding robust security measures. Safeguarding these interconnected environments from cyber threats is paramount to ensure the uninterrupted operation of essential services. What are the challenges, and how do we mitigate the threats?