Conference Description
Key Takeaways
- Invitation-only summit addressing operational technology security for UAE critical infrastructure sectors including energy, utilities, oil and gas, manufacturing, and transportation
- Held under the patronage of the UAE Cyber Security Council with a keynote from H.E. Dr. Mohamed Al Kuwaiti, Head of Cyber Security for the UAE Government
- Covers securing legacy OT systems, IT/OT convergence, ICS/SCADA protection, incident response, and AI in industrial environments
- CPD-certified event targeting CISOs, CIOs, CTOs, Chief Risk Officers, Heads of OT/ICS Security, and Plant Directors
About the Event
OT Security First UAE 2027 is an in-person, invitation-only summit convening senior leaders from government, industry, and technology to address cybersecurity challenges specific to operational technology environments. The event operates under the patronage of the UAE Cyber Security Council and features a keynote address from H.E. Dr. Mohamed Al Kuwaiti, Head of Cyber Security for the UAE Government. The agenda is shaped by independent advisors and industry experts, with CPD certification available for attendees.
Core Topics and Technical Focus
The summit addresses the practical challenges of securing industrial control systems while maintaining operational safety and production continuity. Sessions cover securing legacy and brownfield OT environments, managing IT/OT convergence without introducing additional risk, ICS/SCADA security, and OT incident response. The agenda also examines how organisations can translate national cybersecurity policy into board-level governance and explores the secure application of AI within industrial settings.
Who Should Attend
The summit is designed for senior decision-makers responsible for OT security and industrial operations. Target attendees include CISOs, CIOs, CTOs, Chief Risk Officers, Heads of OT/ICS Security, Plant Directors, Operations Directors, Automation Directors, and leaders overseeing asset management and IT/OT convergence. Relevant sectors include oil and gas, petrochemicals, energy, water, nuclear, manufacturing, mining, transportation, ports, and smart infrastructure.