Protecting Critical Infrastructure: How to Future-Proof the Government Against a Rise in Cyber-Physical Attacks
Cyber-physical attacks aim to disrupt or damage the functioning of physical infrastructure through cyber means. This could involve hacking into critical infrastructure or smart building technologies, such as power grids or HVAC systems, with the intent of causing real-world harm. This session will share background on this rising trend, the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency’s Cybersecurity and Physical Security Convergence Action Guide and the National Institute of Standards and Technology’s Guide to Operational Technology Security, and how cloud-based solutions can help be a force multiplier for in resource-constrained environments. Speaker Michael Evanoff will share insights from his time in the field and discuss the practical ways that agencies can adopt converged security functions that integrate cybersecurity and physical security, and address information sharing, access to facilities, insider threats, and workplace violence. This is critical to ensuring that operational technologies, including those used as part of an electronic security system, cannot be hacked by malicious actors.
Date
- May 21 2025
Time
- 10:30 am - 11:15 am
Location
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- 1201 15th St NW, Washington, DC 20005
Speaker
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Michael EvanoffChief Security Officer and Global Advisor, VerkadaA distinguished global security expert with decades of experience in the public and private sectors, Michael Evanoff advises Verkada’s customers and partners on best practices for enterprise security, executive protection and risk mitigation. Evanoff has extensive experience in risk management and protective operations, including his service as the assistant secretary of state for diplomatic security at the U.S. Department of State. During his time at the State Department, he led global security initiatives, oversaw international protective services and managed counterterrorism programs. While in the private sector, he led security programs across the globe – from Walmart’s international business and Coca-Cola HBC AG to, most recently, Jabil.
