Conference Description
Key Takeaways
- The only cybersecurity conference dedicated exclusively to the oil and natural gas industry, now in its 20th year
- Covers both OT and IT security challenges specific to energy sector critical infrastructure
- Features over 60 presentations across three tracks, plus keynotes, panels and workshops
- Addresses emerging risks including generative AI, zero trust implementation and evolving compliance requirements
- Offers CPE credits and networking with major energy companies and cybersecurity vendors
About the Event
The 20th Annual API Cybersecurity Conference for the Oil and Natural Gas Industry brings together security professionals focused on protecting energy sector critical infrastructure. This volunteer-driven conference takes place at the Woodlands Waterway Marriott in Texas, with a livestream option available. The program spans technical and executive-level content through keynotes, panels, multi-track sessions, workshops and an expo hall.
Technical and Operational Focus Areas
The conference addresses the convergence of operational technology and information technology security across oil and gas operations. Core topics include ICS cybersecurity, security architecture, identity and access management, and incident management. Sessions also cover next generation SOC capabilities, security orchestration, threat intelligence and zero trust frameworks. The program examines generative AI risks alongside established concerns such as compliance, cybersecurity insurance and the human element in security.
Industry Participation
Major energy companies participating as member partners include Chevron, ConocoPhillips, ExxonMobil, Halliburton, Marathon, Shell and SLB. The sold-out exhibit hall features cybersecurity vendors and service providers including Fortinet, Accenture, Cloudflare, Deloitte, Claroty, Nozomi Networks, Splunk, Recorded Future, Zscaler and Wiz, among others.
Who Should Attend
The conference serves IT management, security professionals, OT/ICS/SCADA specialists, system administrators, data privacy experts, compliance officers and corporate security staff. Legal and HR professionals involved in security governance will also find relevant content. Attendees range from technical staff to executive leadership representing oil and gas companies, service providers, consultancies and technology vendors.