Podomation

This episode of Podomation is an encore presentation of a panel presented during the ISA Automation Summit & Expo in September 2026.

This session examined practical, risk-focused methods for securing operational technology in the water sector. We explored how frameworks such as ISA/IEC 62443 and programs like the NRWA Cybersecurity Circuit Rider help utilities of all sizes prioritize meaningful risk reduction rather than merely checking compliance boxes.
Presenters:
Moderator: Marco Ayala
Steve Mustard
Chad Paxson
Graham Nasby
John DeGour

The recent cyberattacks against water systems have raised concerns throughout the US water sector. What should system operators consider as they move to assess their risk, shore up vulnerabilities and ensure that water systems are adequately protected? This episode addresses the role of standards such as ISA/IEC 62443, the impact of regulation and perhaps the most significant factor of all: operator training and preparation. 

Interested in more on this topic? 
Attend an upcoming ISA training: Cybersecurity Awareness Training for Water/Wastewater Industry Professionals - in person at the ISA Automation Summit & Expo on 26 September, and virtual on 19 October. Visit https://www.isa.org/products/cybersecurity-awareness-training-for-water-wastewa 
Attend the ISA Automation Summit & Expo, where this topic will be the subject of a panel discussion on 28 September - visit ase.isa.org to register
Read "Cybersecurity in US Water Systems: Lessons from the Recent Incidents," by Steve Mustard  

Panelists:
Morgan Foor, Moderator
Steve Mustard, au2mation
Leo Staples, Staples Farm and ISA Past President
Arun Rajagopal, cybersecurity consultant
Charles Stephens, National Rural Water Association (NRWA)

Join ISA for a recap of day two of the OT Cybersecurity Summit, held in June 2026 in Prague. Speakers include:
Steve Mustard, au2mation
Ilja David, Iron OT
Gustav Martin Bartel, Robert Bosch GmbH
Dr. Lukasz Kister, Honeywell
Petr Kopřiva, BDO Consulting s.r.o.
Mark Harbord, UK Parliament

Join ISA for a recap of day one of the OT Cybersecurity Summit, held in June 2026 in Prague. Speakers include:
Claire Fallon, ISA
Megan Samford, Schneider Electric
Tatyana Bolton, OT Cybersecurity Coalition
Berta Jarošová, Women4Cyber Czechia
Cheri Caddy, Savannah River National Laboratory

Operational technology (OT) systems are vital for the control, operation and security of shipboard processes. But in today's threat landscape, is the maritime sector adequately defending against cyber attacks?  

Panelists
Morgan Foor, Moderator
Marco Ayala, Director, Technical - Cybersecurity Center of Excellence (CoE), Global Energy, ABS Consulting
Steve Mustard, President and CEO, National Automation, Inc.