Implementing a multi-layered defence-in-depth approach
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Welcome to Cyber-securing Digitals Substations
Webinar Programme
Welcome address from the host

Mandana White, CEO – Smart Grid Forums
Session 1: Evaluating the latest trends in cyber-physical security for legacy and new substations

Session 2: Developing a multi-layered defence-in-depth approach to cyber-physical security of digital substation systems
• Overhauling the workforce recruitment strategy to minimise the risk of insider threat
Mike has a bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering from the University of Applied Science Windesheim and a master’s degree in business administration from the University of Nyenrode. He started his career at Qirion B.V. in 2015 and has since carried out a variety of roles including as a protection, automation and control engineer for the high voltage grid, moving on in 2019 to fulfil a role as security consultant. As security consultant Mike is part of the Qirion Privacy & Security Office and in direct contact with the Alliander CISO-Office. He is the advisor for the (cyber) security of high voltage operations within Qirion B.V. (800 people) and co-responsible for implementing IEC/ISO 27001 within the organisation.

Mike Scharrenberg, Consultant Operational Technology
Session 3: Applying state of the art intrusion detection systems to ensure 24/7 monitoring and protection of digital substation systems
• Evaluating how intrusion detection systems can help in OT-security processes to ensure rapid detection and speedy response to new threats
• Reviewing the security issues commonly found in security assessments of process bus and conventional substations
Andreas is managing the business area Power Utility Communication (PUC) at OMICRON. His fields of experience are in substation communication, SCADA, and power systems cyber security. He has published numerous conference papers and holds patents in these fields. As a member of the WG10 in TC57 of the IEC he is participating in the development of the IEC 61850 standard series.

Andreas Klien, Power Grid Cybersecurity Expert
Q&A & Panel Debate
Closing remarks from the host

Mandana White, CEO – Smart Grid Forums
Close of webinar