Keynotes

"The Day Everything Stops: Preparing for the Cyber Crisis You Hope Never Comes" by Stephanie Carstensen

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When a cyberattack disrupts industrial operations, the consequences extend far beyond technology. Production can halt, critical processes can be affected, and organizations are forced to make high-stakes decisions under intense pressure. This keynote explores how OT cyber crisis simulations help organizations prepare for these moments before they happen.

Drawing on real-world experience, Stephanie Carstensen will demonstrate how realistic simulations make visible how organizations respond across plans, processes, communication, and decision-making—often in ways that remain untested until a real crisis occurs. Because resilience is not built during an incident—it is built beforehand. The organizations that respond most effectively are those that actively challenge their assumptions, strengthen coordination, and prepare their people to navigate the unexpected.

About Stephanie

Stephanie Carstensen is a Director at EY specializing in OT and industrial cybersecurity, with over 15 years of experience advising global organizations on cyber resilience, critical infrastructure protection, and security transformation. She leads strategic initiatives across sectors including manufacturing and industrial gases, helping organizations strengthen security in increasingly connected operational environments. Stephanie is a Certified Information Security Manager (CISM) and a recognized thought leader in OT cybersecurity, known for combining technical expertise with practical business insight.

"Title still to come" by Jahmel Harris

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About Jahmel

Jahmel Harris is a security researcher, hacker, and co-founder of Digital Interruption, a UK based cybersecurity consultancy. He specializes in penetration testing and mobile application security with his research receiving international media attention. He is a regular speaker and trainer at conferences including 44Con, Hack.lu, and LeHack. Jahmel is an active contributor to the security community through public disclosures, open-source projects, and accessible security training.