High-Octane Cybersecurity

SPEAKERS

Ashish Thapar Vice President & Head - Cybersecurity, NTT Ltd

ABOUT THE SESSION

Ashish Thapar, Vice President & Head – Cybersecurity at NTT Ltd. (Asia Pacific), is a seasoned leader in IT and Information Security with over two decades of global experience. He oversees cybersecurity consulting, technology solutions, and managed services across the region. Ashish has held pivotal roles managing global security services portfolios, including GRC, OT security, incident response, and threat intelligence. A board advisor, CSA mentor, and active voice in industry forums, he brings deep expertise backed by credentials like CISSP, CISM, and GCFA. He is known for his thought leadership in advancing robust, scalable, and high-impact cybersecurity frameworks.

He will share his expert insights on the evolving cyber threat landscape within the Oil & Gas sector, where the convergence of IT and OT systems has introduced new vulnerabilities and attack vectors. With critical infrastructure increasingly becoming the target of sophisticated cyberattacks, he will discuss how industry players must adapt their security strategies to stay ahead of threats. He will highlight persistent cybersecurity challenges in Operational Technology environments—such as legacy systems, lack of real-time visibility, and the difficulty of implementing updates without disrupting operations. In addition, he will provide pragmatic recommendations to balance operational efficiency with security, including risk-based approaches, layered defenses, and improved cross-functional collaboration. Through real-world examples and actionable strategies, his session will offer valuable guidance for safeguarding energy assets in today’s digitally driven world.

Key Topics-

1. Cyber threat landscape in Oil & Gas Sector
 

2. Common cybersecurity challenges in Operational Technology environments
 

3. Pragmatic recommendations to balance operational and cybersecurity efficiencies

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