Mike Dutko

Lessons from the Plant Floor: What OT Security Assessments Really Teach Us

Nozomi Networks is a cybersecurity company that provides a platform for monitoring and managing cybersecurity risksIndustrial networks are evolving faster than ever, bringing new connections and new risks to the plant floor. In this talk, Michael Dutko shares real-world lessons learned from years of conducting OT security assessments and helping organizations move from unmanaged chaos to managed control. Through field stories and practical examples, he highlights what makes OT environments unique, where teams struggle most, and what works when balancing uptime with security. Attendees will gain insights into the expanding threat landscape from traditional wired attacks to emerging wireless and supply chain vectors. The session focuses on actionable approaches to visibility, segmentation, and risk reduction without disrupting operations. Whether you’re an IT defender stepping into OT or a control engineer facing new cyber realities, this talk bridges both worlds with hard-earned perspective and practical takeaways.