2024 SANS ICS Water Cybersecurity Survey Insights: Strengthening the Security of Water and Wastewater Utilities

  • Thursday, 23 Jan 2025 1:00PM EST (23 Jan 2025 18:00 UTC)
  • Speaker: Dean Parsons

🗓 Thursday, 23 Jan 2025 at 1:00 PM EST (23 Jan 2025 18:00 UTC)

Join Us for a Critical Webcast on Enhancing Water and Wastewater Utility Security

This webcast will dive deep into key findings from the latest survey assessing safety and security challenges in the water and wastewater utility sector. With a particular focus on Industrial Control Systems (ICS), SCADA, and Distributed Control Systems (DCS) used in water treatment and distribution, we’ll explore emerging trends, highlight survey results, and share best practices to strengthen security measures.

>>>Register Now to Secure Your Spot: Scroll down to register (for free) and join us live. Can’t attend live? No problem—register to watch the session on-demand at your convenience. FAQs available below.

Why Register?

  • Learn from the Expert: Hear directly from Dean Parsons, an industry leader in ICS and SCADA security with years of experience in improving water and wastewater utility security.
  • Understand Key Findings: Dive into the latest insights from the 2024 SANS ICS Water Cybersecurity Survey and understand the current state of security in the water utility industry.
  • Actionable Takeaways: Leave with strategies and practical recommendations to enhance ICS security in your organization and stay ahead of evolving threats.
  • Stay Ahead of Emerging Trends: Gain insight into the latest trends in ICS, SCADA, and DCS security, and how they affect the water and wastewater industry.
  • Free Flexible Access: Can’t attend live? Register now to watch the session on-demand at your convenience.

What You’ll Learn:

  • Survey Insights & Key Findings: Discover the security challenges facing the water and wastewater utility industry today, and what steps organizations can take to address them.
  • ICS, SCADA, and DCS Security: Explore the specific cybersecurity needs and best practices for securing Industrial Control Systems in water treatment and distribution.
  • Emerging Threats & Trends: Learn about evolving threats facing critical infrastructure and how organizations can adapt to stay secure.
  • Best Practices for Security: Understand actionable strategies to enhance your organization’s cybersecurity posture and improve resilience against cyber threats.

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This webinar is offered free of charge through collaboration between SANS and its sponsor(s). If you prefer not to share your registration details with sponsor(s), a recorded webinar will be available approximately 30 days after its initial release through the SANS archive. To access the recording, you will need to create a SANS account, but your information will not be shared with the sponsor(s).

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: How do I register for the webcast?

A: To register, click the "Register" button above. You’ll need to log in to your SANS account to complete registration. If you don’t have an account, you can easily create one for free. Don’t worry if you can’t attend the live session—you’ll still be able to access the recording at your convenience.

Q: Who should attend this webcast?

A: This webcast is ideal for cybersecurity professionals, engineers, and IT teams working in the water and wastewater utility sectors, as well as anyone interested in securing critical infrastructure against evolving threats.

Q: What are the main topics covered during the webcast?

A: The webcast will focus on the findings from the 2024 SANS ICS Water Cybersecurity Survey, covering ICS, SCADA, and DCS security in water and wastewater utilities. We’ll discuss emerging security trends, best practices, and actionable insights for strengthening cybersecurity defenses.

Q: Will there be an opportunity to ask questions during the webcast?

A: Yes! Dean Parsons will be answering questions during the live webcast, so feel free to submit your queries throughout the session.

Q: What happens if I can’t attend the live session?

A: No problem! You can still register to receive access to the on-demand recording, which will be available after the live event.

Q: Will I earn CPE credits for attending?

A: Yes! You will earn 1 CPE credit for attending this webcast. Be sure to stay until the end to claim your credit.