InfraGard Houston Tech CSC Meeting - 27 March 2025

InfraGard Houston Tech CSC February Meeting

Thursday, 27 March 2025, 11:30 AM - 1:15 PM CST

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You are invited to the InfraGard Houston Technology CSC's 27 March 2025 Meeting at the HCDE Irvington location.

**** Registration REQUIRED by 11:30am, 27 March 2025 ****

Contact us @ [email protected] if you have any questions/concerns.

Presentation Topic: Unmonitored OT Devices: The Hidden Threats to Critical Infrastructure

Speaker: Heath Mullins – Chief Evangelist, ExtraHop

Speaker Bio: Heath Mullins is the Chief Evangelist at ExtraHop, where he leads thought leadership and advocacy for cutting-edge cybersecurity solutions. With 26 years of experience, Heath is a recognized expert in Network Detection and Response (NDR), Network Analysis and Visibility (NAV), Secure Web Gateway (SWG), global networks, cybersecurity technologies, and Zero Trust.

Before joining ExtraHop, Heath was a Senior Analyst at Forrester, where he provided deep industry insights and strategic guidance to Global 100 enterprises, US Federal Civilian agencies, the Department of Defense (DoD), and US Allies. His expertise has been instrumental in driving the adoption of Zero Trust methodologies and best security architecture practices across highly regulated and mission-critical environments.

Throughout his career, Heath has been a trusted advisor to security leaders, helping organizations enhance their cyber resilience, improve threat detection, and implement robust network security strategies. His passion for cybersecurity, combined with his hands-on experience, makes him a sought-after speaker and thought leader in the industry.

Abstract:
Operational Technology (OT) devices are critical to industrial systems, enabling automation, monitoring, and control across sectors such as manufacturing, energy, and transportation. However, unmonitored OT devices pose significant security risks, as they often lack proper oversight, vulnerability management, and real-time threat detection. These risks can lead to cyberattacks, operational disruptions, and even physical damage. Join Heath to explore the dangers of unmonitored OT devices, including the exploitation of legacy systems, lack of security updates, and convergence with IT networks. Wrap it all up with a discussion on best practices for securing OT environments through asset visibility, network segmentation, and continuous monitoring to mitigate threats effectively.

Open discussion after the presentation is encouraged with questions and answers, so be ready to participate!

We hope you can join us for this informative session.

Host or Publisher InfraGard Houston Technology CSC