Critical Infrastructure Security Update: New Threats, New Strategies
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Summary
The landscape of critical infrastructure security is evolving with new threats necessitating innovative strategies. As cyber threats become more sophisticated, robust security measures become paramount. This update explores emerging threats and the strategic responses essential to safeguarding critical infrastructure. Emphasis is placed on integrating advanced physical and cyber security technologies, enhanced risk management protocols, and the importance of a proactive defense posture. Collaboration between public and private sectors and continuous investment in cybersecurity education, training and advanced physical security systems solutions are highlighted as key components in the fight against these modern threats.
Topics to Expand On:
- Emerging Cyber Threats: Detailed analysis of the latest cyber threats targeting critical infrastructure, including ransomware and state-sponsored attacks.
- Advanced Security Technologies: Exploration of new technologies like AI, machine learning, and blockchain in bolstering infrastructure security.
- Biometric Access Control Systems: Utilizing fingerprints, facial recognition, iris scans, and other biometric data to ensure that only authorized personnel can access sensitive areas.
- Smart Surveillance Systems: Integrating AI and machine learning with high-definition cameras for real-time monitoring, automatic threat detection, and analytics to identify unusual behavior patterns.
- Drones and UAVs: Deployment of unmanned aerial vehicles for perimeter surveillance, inspections, and rapid response to security breaches.
- Cyber-Physical Security Integration: Combining physical security systems with cybersecurity measures to create a unified defense strategy, protecting physical assets and digital information.
- Emergency Response and Communication Systems: Advanced communication networks and emergency response systems to coordinate and manage responses to security incidents quickly and efficiently.
- Risk Management Protocols: Best practices for developing and implementing robust risk management frameworks tailored to critical infrastructure.
Speakers
Edward M. Levy
NOBLE - Critical Infrastructure (FED/SLED)
Edward M. Levy is the Director of Critical Infrastructure for Noble Supply & Logistics. Previous leadership positions as a senior security executive were with Lone Star Funds, MetLife, Thomson Reuters, Pfizer, CIT Group, and the Empire State Building. Ed retired from the US Army at the rank of Lieutenant Colonel with over 21 years of service as a military police officer, serving in key command and staff positions in the United States and Europe. He holds a BS from Western Carolina University and a MPA from the University of Oklahoma. Ed is also a graduate of the FBI National Academy and the Army Command & General Staff College. He also obtained the academic title of Assistant Professor while serving at the United States Military Academy in West Point, NY.
Brandon Davis
Vindicator Sales Manager
Honeywell
With over 21 years of expertise in the field of critical infrastructure security, Brandon Davis stands out as a seasoned leader in Electronic Security Systems (ESS) and defense support. His impressive career spans more than two decades, including five years dedicated to providing cutting-edge ESS solutions for government clients and 16 years focused on supporting the Department of Defense (DoD). Throughout his career, Brandon has successfully managed tens of millions in security-related projects, ensuring robust protection for key government facilities.
Currently serving as a Vindicator Sales Manager at Honeywell Security, Brandon is pivotal in supporting the U.S. Army & Missile Defense Agency. His role involves strategically allocating resources and coordinating tasks to drive mission success. As a Security Equipment Manufacturer and a key player in Honeywell's Austin, TX office, Brandon’s leadership and expertise continue to shape the landscape of security solutions on a global scale.
Josh Dempsey
Director of Mission Critical Business Development
i-PRO Americas Inc.
Josh Dempsey is the Director of Mission Critical Business Development at i-PRO Americas Inc. He has over 19 years of industry experience and plays a key role in guiding the company’s territory expansion initiatives for enterprise security technologies. In addition, he serves as an Advisory Board Member for the Security Industry Association (SIA) Protecting Utilities Group, a mentor in the SIA TIME program, and an authoritative advisor for i-PRO Americas.
Rick Gross
President and CEO
Prometheus Security Group
Rick Gross brings over four decades of security industry expertise as a visionary entrepreneur and investment co-founder. From his tenure as a former Army Special Forces operator to leadership roles in the Printed Circuit Board Industry, Rick's journey culminated in his pivotal role as Co-Founder and President of Vindicator Technologies, where he made history by becoming the first Commercial Off-The-Shelf (COTS) provider to achieve PL1N C2 certification by the Government, leading to its acquisition by Honeywell International in 2004.
In 2017, Rick co-founded LDIA, orchestrating the acquisition of Prometheus Security Group (PSG) and spearheading a dynamic corporate turnaround. PSG's remarkable trajectory includes securing numerous significant contracts, including multiple General Services Administration (GSA) contracts and major Integrated Base Defense Security Systems (IBDSS) Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract awards, alongside certifications from the Department of Energy (DOE) and the Department of Defense (DOD). Under Rick's guidance, PSG acquired LINX (formerly Diebold) in 2021, bolstering its capabilities with a PL1N Total Command and Control (C2) solution. Now, in 2024, Rick is once again at the forefront of innovation, introducing a cutting-edge Zero Trust Architecture for Intrusion Detection Systems (IDS), Access Control Systems (ACS), and Video Surveillance, solidifying his reputation as a trailblazer in security innovation.
Moderator: Steve Lasky
Editorial Director
SecurityInfoWatch.com
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