José Meseguer
Schneider Electric (Spain)
Industrial Cybersecurity: Cybercrime, Hacktivism, and Cyberwarfare overview
Industrial cybersecurity faces significant challenges from cybercrime, hacktivism, and cyberwarfare. The rise of cryptocurrencies, AI and other emerging technologies has transformed the cybercrime economy, while global geopolitical tensions heighten the risks to critical infrastructure. Real-world cyber-attacks provide crucial lessons for improving security measures. Staying informed about current trends and events is essential for adapting strategies. To fortify defenses, organizations must implement comprehensive cybersecurity strategies, including robust access controls, regular audits, and employee training.
José Meseguer is an accomplished ICS/OT Cybersecurity Leader and ISA/IEC 62443 Cybersecurity Expert with a distinguished track record in the energy, petrochemical, oil & gas, and railway sectors. His profound understanding of cybersecurity standards (ISA/IEC 62443, NIST, NERC CIP, NIS2) underpins his extensive experience in ensuring the highest levels of security and safety in critical infrastructure environments.
José has held pivotal roles in multinational projects for leading corporations such as Schneider Electric, CAF Signalling, and Técnicas Reunidas. His contributions span all project phases, from pre-sales to commissioning, with a strong emphasis on regulatory compliance.
With a background as a Senior Project Engineer and Lead Specialist in Telecom & Security Systems for EPC projects, José's recent role as an Industrial Cybersecurity Leader at Schneider Electric further cements his expertise. He continues to drive OT cybersecurity initiatives and support projects across the European region.
