We’re excited to announce that Brian P. Brammeier, CEO of Opscura, will be a featured panelist at MxD’s 10th Anniversary Celebration and Annual Summit on September 18, 2024. This two-day event, taking place on September 17th and 18th in Chicago, will celebrate MxD’s decade of advancing digital adoption and enhancing national security in manufacturing.
As proud partners of MxD, we at Opscura share a commitment to empowering manufacturers with cutting-edge cybersecurity solutions. Our collaboration reflects our shared vision of enhancing resilience across the industry by driving innovation and security in operational technology (OT) environments.
Brian will participate in an engaging panel discussion titled “Cyber Resilience in U.S. Manufacturing – Insights and Future Directions”, where he will be joined by esteemed experts Sandra K. Parker of Dow Inc. and Michael Tanji of MxD. Moderated by Iris Shaffer of APCO Worldwide, the session will cover:
- Key findings from the MxD Cyber Report
- Perceived vs. actual cybersecurity preparedness
- The importance of continuous security measures, beyond a one-time fix
- Concerns about CMMC compliance and competitiveness for DoD contracts
- Comparisons between IT and OT cybersecurity practices
As part of this insightful discussion, Brian will share his expertise on key areas of cybersecurity, focusing on the transition from IT to OT and the future of the field. He will provide insight into the fundamental differences between IT and OT environments and offer practical guidance on how manufacturers can adapt IT security best practices to the unique challenges of OT. Brian will explore how organizations can shift their mindset to account for these differences, ensuring that cybersecurity strategies are aligned with their specific operational needs while staying prepared for emerging trends.
In addition, he’ll share insights on how organizations can anticipate and stay ahead of evolving cybersecurity threats to ensure long-term resilience in a rapidly changing landscape.
Don’t miss this opportunity to gain valuable insights from leading experts in the field. Register for the event to join us.
Download the Report “Behind the Firewall: Assessing Cyber Resilience in U.S. Manufacturing”
If you can’t attend in person, we encourage you to download and review the MxD report that guided this panel session, “Behind the Firewall: Assessing Cyber Resilience in U.S. Manufacturing”. This report provides essential insights into the current state of cybersecurity preparedness among manufacturers, particularly small and mid-sized companies. It delves into the risks manufacturers face and provides guidance on strengthening cybersecurity infrastructure, including differences in preparedness across sectors such as aerospace and defense, the defense industrial base, and chemicals.
For those attending the event, reviewing the report beforehand will enhance your engagement during the discussion.
At Opscura, we specialize in delivering segmentation, encryption, and immediate protection for industrial plants, helping you secure your OT environments with a cost-effective, simple, and immediate solution.
If you’re looking to enhance the cybersecurity of your industrial operations, contact Opscura today to learn how our drop-in solution can secure your infrastructure.