Patrick Kelley, CEO of Critical Path Security, will be a featured speaker at the 2024 MRO Security Conference, scheduled for October 1–2, 2024, in St. Paul, Minnesota. This annual event unites key experts in the energy and security sectors to discuss the pressing challenges in cybersecurity, particularly focusing on the protection of critical infrastructure.
Kelley’s session, “Balancing the Scales: Managing Mental Health in Cybersecurity”, is set for October 1, from 3:05 p.m. to 3:50 p.m. In this presentation, Kelley will dive into the mental health struggles faced by cybersecurity professionals. Drawing from over three decades of experience, he will offer insights on managing stress, avoiding burnout, and maintaining a healthy balance in the high-stakes world of cybersecurity.
The conference covers a broad range of topics, including a keynote by Bryson Bort, founder of SCYTHE and ICS Village, focusing on the future outlook for the electricity sector's security. The event will also explore the intersection of IT and OT security and how integrating cyber and physical security is becoming more critical than ever.
The schedule for the two-day event is as follows:
- Day 1: Tuesday, October 1, 2024
12:30 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
The day's highlights include keynotes, leadership insights, and a networking reception. - Day 2: Wednesday, October 2, 2024
8:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Technical sessions will focus on internal network security monitoring, nation-state threats, and incident response, concluding with a panel discussion featuring top security professionals.
The MRO Security Conference is an essential event for professionals tasked with securing critical energy infrastructure. With a rising focus on mental health in the field of cybersecurity, Kelley’s session promises to deliver valuable strategies to help individuals and organizations foster resilience and sustain long-term success.
For more details and to register for the event, visit the MRO Security Conference webpage.
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