Opening Keynote

Ivo Maritz– Opening Keynote

Content of the presentation

Past and current cyberattacks clearly demonstrate how critical cybersecurity is for industrial facilities and critical infrastructure.

After providing an overview of key concepts and regulatory requirements, this keynote will address the main challenges of OT cybersecurity across people, processes, technology, and financial considerations.

The session will then share practical experience on the effective allocation of responsibilities and the implementation of realistic, integrated risk management. Finally, it will present proven measures for building resilience in times of crisis, providing an ideal introduction to the conference.

About the speaker

Ivo Maritz is an experienced cybersecurity executive with extensive leadership expertise in IT and OT security, particularly in protecting critical infrastructure. He has led major cybersecurity programmes in CSO and CISO roles, including the establishment of Security Operations Centres (SOCs), threat intelligence, vulnerability management, and incident response capabilities.

In addition, he has held senior leadership positions within international infrastructure, pharmaceutical, and industrial organisations, managing global IT organisations across Europe, the Americas, and Asia. His technical background as a civil engineer from ETH Zurich, combined with his service as a Colonel in the General Staff of the Swiss Armed Forces, further strengthens his strategic and operational leadership profile.

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