Conference Description
What the event is about:
The ISA OT Cybersecurity Summit is an in-person event held in Prague, Czech Republic, from 16-18 June 2026, focused on advancing cybersecurity for operational technology (OT) and industrial control systems (ICS). Organized by the International Society of Automation (ISA), the summit brings together global experts, practitioners, and industry leaders to address the evolving threat landscape facing critical infrastructure and asset-intensive industries. The event emphasizes practical strategies for integrating threat intelligence, supply chain security, and cyber-physical risk management, with a strong foundation in international standards such as ISA/IEC 62443, NIS2, and the Cyber Resilience Act (CRA). Attendees gain actionable insights through expert-led sessions, workshops, forums, and immersive experiences like the OT Cyber Escape Room, all designed to strengthen detection, response, and resilience in OT environments.
Subject Matter:
Main topics include OT threat intelligence, ICS supply chain security, cyber-physical safety risk management, compliance with international standards (ISA/IEC 62443, NIS2, CRA), secure-by-design principles, and the convergence of IT and OT. Technologies discussed include machine learning, AI, predictive analytics, and advanced automation. The event also covers real-world incident analysis, regulatory adaptation, and best practices for building resilient cybersecurity programs.
Niche:
The event operates within the OT/ICS Cybersecurity niche, specifically targeting the security of industrial automation, critical infrastructure, and supply chain ecosystems.
Target Audience:
The summit is designed for professionals responsible for securing OT systems at management level or higher, including CISOs, cybersecurity managers, engineers, compliance officers, and risk managers. Industries represented include energy, manufacturing, transportation, oil & gas, rail, maritime, and government policy. Attendees are typically from large enterprises, critical infrastructure operators, and organizations with significant OT environments.
Problems the Event Helps Solve:
The event addresses business, technical, and operational challenges such as expanding attack surfaces in OT, supply chain vulnerabilities, regulatory compliance, bridging gaps between cybersecurity and safety teams, and managing cyber-physical risks. It helps organizations anticipate and mitigate emerging threats, align with evolving regulations, and build resilient, secure automation systems.
Commercial Intent Signals:
The summit is focused on education, networking, thought leadership, lead generation, and community building. It offers professional development hours, vendor exhibits, and opportunities for partnerships and procurement discussions.
Key Messaging & Positioning:
Recurring themes include “Gain confidence in your OT plan,” “Strengthen detection and response,” “Build a more resilient OT cybersecurity strategy,” “Secure-by-design,” and “Bridging IT and OT.” The event positions itself as the premier forum for advancing OT cybersecurity through standards, intelligence, and collaboration.
Sponsors / Vendors / Technologies Mentioned:
Notable sponsors and vendors include Honeywell, Schneider Electric, Fortinet, Booz Allen, Iron OT, ISAGCA, ISASecure, Cyolo, Armis, Claroty, Radiflow, Xage Security, HMS, Secomea, Salvador, Tributech, and others. Technologies referenced include ISA/IEC 62443, NIS2, CRA, machine learning, AI, and predictive analytics.
Format & Experience:
The event is in-person, featuring conference sessions, workshops, forums, an expo, immersive experiences (e.g., OT Cyber Escape Room), and hands-on training. It is both technical and executive-level, with opportunities for professional development and certification.
Final Classification:
– Event Category: OT/ICS Cybersecurity Summit
– Primary Audience: OT/ICS cybersecurity professionals, managers, and executives in critical infrastructure industries
– Primary Problem Solved: Securing OT environments against evolving cyber threats and regulatory challenges
– Commercial Goal of the Event: Education, networking, thought leadership, and lead generation
– 5 relevant keywords: OT cybersecurity, ICS security, supply chain risk, ISA/IEC 62443, industrial automation.