Conference Description
Key Takeaways
- Specialized conference addressing Operational Technology and Industrial Control Systems security challenges
- Coverage of NIS2 regulatory compliance and its implications for industrial environments
- Hands-on technical labs and Capture The Flag competitions for practical skill development
- Focus on IT/OT convergence and offensive security techniques specific to industrial systems
- Designed for OT engineers, CISOs, security architects and professionals in utilities, manufacturing and critical infrastructure
About the Event
BSides OT Paris is an in-person cybersecurity conference dedicated to the security of Operational Technology and Industrial Control Systems. The event brings together practitioners, engineers and decision-makers working to protect industrial environments and critical infrastructure. The programme includes keynotes, panel discussions, technical labs and CTF competitions, providing both strategic insight and hands-on experience.
ECE (École d’ingénieurs) and Labshock Security are referenced as partners supporting the event.
OT/ICS Security and IT/OT Convergence
The conference addresses the distinct security requirements of industrial control systems, which differ substantially from traditional IT environments. Sessions examine the challenges of securing both legacy and modern OT systems, where availability and safety often take precedence over conventional cybersecurity priorities. A recurring theme is the convergence of IT and OT, exploring how organisations can bridge the gap between these historically separate domains while maintaining operational integrity.
NIS2 Regulatory Compliance
Regulatory compliance features prominently, with particular attention to NIS2 and its requirements for organisations operating critical infrastructure. The event provides guidance on understanding and implementing these regulatory obligations, helping compliance officers and security leaders prepare their industrial environments for evolving legal frameworks.
Offensive Security and Red Teaming in Industrial Environments
BSides OT Paris includes content on offensive security and red teaming techniques specific to OT environments. The CTF competitions offer participants practical experience in identifying vulnerabilities and testing defences in industrial contexts, developing skills that are directly applicable to real-world security assessments.
Who Should Attend
The event is suited to OT and ICS engineers, CISOs, security analysts, IT/OT managers, compliance officers, security architects and consultants. Professionals from utilities, manufacturing and engineering organisations will find the content particularly relevant. The programme accommodates both executive-level attendees seeking strategic perspectives and practitioners looking for technical depth.