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Harnessing AI to Defend and Transform Critical Infrastructure Cybersecurity

Tuesday, October 28, 2025
1:30 PM - 2:15 PM
Windsor C (Strategy Breakout)

About This Session

Join this session as we investigate how to leverage AI as a powerful tool for cyber defense:

• Discover how AI can enhance visibility and control across OT environments, enabling faster detection and response to the evolving cyber threats

• Explore how AI can support compliance, reduce downtime, and empower security teams with actionable insights tailored to manufacturing environments

Speaker

Carlos Sanchez

Carlos Sanchez

Director, OT Systems Engineering Specialist - Fortinet

Carlos-Raul Sanchez is a technologist with 32 years of experience in network, telecommunications, and critical infrastructure security. Carlos specializes in simplifying complex business problems with a pragmatic application of technology. With master’s degrees in computer science, business administration, and a wide range of experience ranging from US Air Force, DOD contractor, and O&G IT security, he is known for securing critical infrastructure worldwide. He spent 15 years leading teams securing oil fields in the United States and offshore assets in the Gulf of Mexico, Western Africa, Brazil, and South China Sea. Now with Fortinet, he is the senior director of operational technology, providing solutions and education to companies seeking to improve their critical infrastructure security posture.