Embedding security into operational technology from the ground up requires more than technical controls - it demands cultural transformation, cross-functional collaboration, and governance structures that prioritize protection without sacrificing operational availability. As organizations modernize infrastructure while managing legacy systems, security-by-design principles must bridge the IT-OT divide and evolve alongside emerging threats and regulatory requirements.

The panel of industry experts will explore:

• Implementing security-by-design principles in OT environments that balance legacy system constraints with modern infrastructure requirements;
• Fostering IT-OT collaboration and establishing governance frameworks that embed security across projects while maintaining operational continuity;
• The CISO's role in shaping organizational culture and workforce training to make security a fundamental component of engineering and operations.