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Safeguarding Critical Infrastructure by Evolving Monitoring and Response Capabilities

Written in collaboration with our Cyber leaders, the Global Cybersecurity Forum, Cyberani and Aramco, this whitepaper delves into the profound digital transformation that the global energy sector is currently undergoing, with a specific focus on cybersecurity in Operational Technology (OT) and Information Technology (IT) environments.

Safeguarding Critical Infrastructure by Evolving Monitoring and Response Capabilities
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The global energy sector is experiencing rapid technological advancements, with increased connectivity and system integration enhancing production and operational efficiency. However, in this interconnected landscape, a cyber breach can compromise operational technology systems. This whitepaper explores the necessity of a multi-pronged approach to safeguarding these complex environments and ensuring the secure operation of our critical infrastructure.

Key Takeaways:

  • Highlights the increasing vulnerability of OT systems to both internal and external cyber threats, making cybersecurity a top strategic priority.
  • Emphasis on the need for robust cybersecurity measures in OT environments, as cyberattacks can disrupt essential services and cause significant financial damage.
  • Addresses the challenges faced by energy organizations in securing their OT environments, including the scarcity of skilled cybersecurity and OT professionals.
  • Proposes a comprehensive governance framework that aligns OT and IT cybersecurity efforts, ensuring unified and proactive measures to detect and mitigate vulnerabilities.

This whitepaper is a significant contribution to the ongoing dialogue on cybersecurity in the energy sector, offering actionable insights and recommendations to enhance the resilience of critical infrastructure against cyber threats.

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Tamer Charife

Deloitte - Middle East
Tamer is a Senior Partner in Deloitte’s Risk Advisory (RA) Middle East and holds various roles leading Risk Advisory ER&I Industry, Cyber Emerging Technologies, and Risk Advisory Growth, in addition to his role as the Global LCSP for KPC Group. Tamer’s functional experience includes Transformational Cyber Security Programs at National Scale, Enterprise Risk Management, Controls Assurance, Resilience, Business Continuity Management, Securing Critical Infrastructure and Industrial Control systems, Corporate Governance, Policies and Procedures Development, Business Process Reviews for various prestigious clients in multiple industries such as energy, resources and industrials, financial services, public sector, retail, hospitality, aviation, transportation and logistics.
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Abdallah El-Chal

Deloitte - Middle East
Abdallah is a Partner in Deloitte Middle East Cyber Risk practice with over 18 years of experience. He has been helping clients in the US and the GCC establish and mature their data protection and cybersecurity programs based on leading practices and regulatory mandates. His experience spans multiple industries and sectors, including the public sector, financial, energy and utilities, and healthcare. Abdallah leads data protection and cyber strategy services for Deloitte in Saudi Arabia, and has exensive experience in Risk Management, Cyber Strategy and Transformation, and Data Privacy and Protection. Abdallah holds a Master’s degree in Information Systems and a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering.
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Michael Mosaad

Deloitte - Middle East
Michael is a solutions-oriented security professional with over 10 years of experience, helping clients embrace innovation and realize their digitalization objectives with confidence in their cyber capabilities. He has contributed to the successful delivery of complex cyber security services to critical national infrastructure entities across various industry sectors within APAC and the Middle East region. Michael has in depth knowledge of Security Architecture & Operational Technology (OT) Security and has proven experience applying industry standards such as IEC62443 and NIST 800-82 to securely design Industrial Control Systems. He holds a bachelor’s degree in Computer & Systems Engineering and has acquired several certifications including TOGAF L1 & L2, SABSA, GICSP, CISSP, among others.
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