OT Security First
Protecting What Runs the World
The MENA region's only dedicated summit for operational technology security in energy and utilities. Where the people protecting power grids, oil refineries, water systems, and industrial infrastructure come together.
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Abu Dhabi
Feb 4, 2026
Riyadh
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Kuwait City
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Doha
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Abu Dhabi, UAE
1st Edition · Feb 4, 2026 · Rosewood Abu Dhabi
34 Speakers · 150+ Leaders
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Riyadh, KSA
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Kuwait City, Kuwait
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Doha, Qatar
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Where IT Meets the Physical World
The only platform in the MENA region dedicated exclusively to operational technology security — integrating cutting-edge technologies, fostering regional expertise, and driving actionable strategies to protect ICS, SCADA, and Industrial IoT environments.
This isn’t cybersecurity in the abstract. This is about protecting the systems that keep the lights on, the oil flowing, and the water clean.
AI-Powered OT Threat Hunting
Leveraging artificial intelligence for anomaly detection, predictive maintenance, and alarm triage across industrial control systems.
Secure Renewables
OT security strategies for solar farms, wind installations, and the expanding renewable energy infrastructure.
Ransomware Defense for Energy Operations
Protecting operational continuity against targeted ransomware campaigns hitting oil, gas, and utilities.
Supply Chain Security in Oil & Gas
Securing the extended enterprise from third-party risks, vendor compromises, and pipeline integrity threats.
Legacy-to-Zero-Trust Migration
Transitioning aging ICS/SCADA infrastructure to zero-trust architecture without disrupting operations.
Incident Response Drills
Tabletop exercises and live simulations for OT-specific cyber incidents and crisis management.
6G & Edge Computing Risks
Securing next-generation connectivity at the industrial edge where IT and OT converge.
CISO-Led OT Governance
Building board-level OT security programmes, budgets, and risk reporting frameworks.
Quantum-Resistant Cryptography
Preparing industrial control systems for the post-quantum threat landscape.
Women in OT Security
Advancing diversity and inclusion in the traditionally underrepresented OT security workforce.
92%
Would Attend Again
87%
Director-Level & Above
12
Avg Meetings Per Attendee
34
Speakers from 6 Countries
When OT Fails, the Physical World Breaks
Unlike IT security breaches, attacks on operational technology don't just steal data — they can halt production, damage physical equipment, and endanger lives. A compromised pipeline, a manipulated power grid, or a hacked water treatment facility has consequences that extend far beyond the digital realm. The threat actors targeting critical infrastructure know this, and they're getting more sophisticated every day.
The numbers paint a stark picture of why OT security can no longer be an afterthought.
$8.75M
Average cost of a data breach in the Middle East
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Daily cyberattack attempts targeting the UAE
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Of OT environments have at least one unpatched critical vulnerability
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Of industrial organizations experienced an OT security incident in the past year
$3.5B+
Projected UAE cybersecurity market by 2026
#1
UAE ranked in the 2024 Global Cybersecurity Index
The People Protecting Infrastructure
OT security leaders from the region’s most critical energy and utilities organizations.
Ali Al Kaf Alhashmi
VP Cyber Security & Technology
Mubadala
Shaytel Patel
Group SVP Technology Audit
DP World
Ali AlQallaf
Head of Cybersecurity Operations
KNPC
Abdulhakeem Al Alawi
Information Security Officer
Oman LNG
Khaled Al Teneiji
Cyber Security Head
ENOC
Wissam Al-Nasairi
OT Security EMEA Lead
IBM Consulting
Payal Sampat
Cyber Security Officer
Petrofac
Mohammed Shoukat Ali
GM & Head Global Cybersecurity CoE
Yokogawa
Leaders from these organizations attended
The Full Arsenal
Keynotes & Leadership Panels
High-level discussions featuring heads of OT security from ADNOC, DP World, KNPC, Oman LNG, and regional energy operators.
Hands-On Workshops
ICS hacking simulation labs, zero-trust segmentation exercises, and applied OT security training with real-world scenarios.
OT Security Awards
Recognizing excellence in OT Innovation, IT/OT Convergence, Women in OT Security, Ransomware Defense, and Critical Infrastructure Resilience.
Curated 1-on-1 Meetings
Pre-scheduled meetings between asset owners and OT security vendors. Every meeting curated for industrial sector relevance.
Live Technology Demos
Vendor demonstrations of ICS monitoring, anomaly detection, network segmentation, and industrial incident response tools.
Industry Networking
Structured sessions connecting OT security professionals, SCADA engineers, control system architects, and industrial cyber leaders.
Built for the OT Frontline
OT Security First is designed exclusively for professionals who secure industrial control systems, operational technology environments, and critical infrastructure. If you protect things that move, generate, or flow — this is your summit.
Roles
- VP/Director Industrial Cybersecurity
- Chief Information Security Officer
- Head of OT Security
- Director Control Systems Security
- ICS Security Manager
- SCADA Engineers
- Incident Response Lead (OT)
- CIP Manager
- Head IT/OT Integration
- Cybersecurity Architect (OT/ICS)
Industries
- Oil & Gas
- Power Generation
- Water & Wastewater
- Renewable Energy
- Petrochemicals
- Mining & Metals
- Transportation & Logistics
- Nuclear Energy
- Smart Cities & Infrastructure
- Government Regulators
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Industry Leaders
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Supporting Partners
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Moments from
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Event Overview
Keynote Session
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Networking
Exhibition Floor
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CISO Roundtable
Vendor Showcase
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Common Questions
Abu Dhabi 2026
The second edition of OT Security First is coming to the UAE capital. Date and venue to be announced.
Location
Abu Dhabi, UAE
Date
Coming Soon
Format
In-Person
