Tobias Nel
VP Cyber Security @Dexcent
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WORK HISTORY
VP Cyber Security @Dexcent
Calgary, AB, CA
As a senior executive and head of OT Cyber Security and Infrastructure services, I strive to bring exceptional value to our customers with a competent team of professionals. With a focus to ensure safe and secure continuity of industrial processes in today’s world, Industrial Cyber Security has become paramount. Industrial Control Systems (ICS) infrastructure availability, integrity and security are high priorities for operating companies. Operating companies are being challenged in many ways to maintain an environment free of cyber threat and protected from vulnerabilities. These challenges are being driven by an evolution in ICS environment designs that bridge connectivity between business and ICS, the introduction of new technologies into ICS, and the sharing of maintenance and support responsibilities between IT and OT.To ensure the continuity of industrial services we use industry-leading solutions and practices to enable Industrial Control Systems (ICS) infrastructure availability, integrity, and security.
EDUCATION
University of Johannesburg
Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.), Computer Science
SKILLS
ABOUT TOBIAS NEL
I am a seasoned Information & Cyber Security Leader, known for developing proactive, resilient management programs that safeguard IT/OT assets from cyber threats. With a proven ability to build and implement strategic, practical security frameworks, I bring value through tailored strategies, governance processes, and solution integration, reducing risk and ensuring compliance across diverse industry sectors.My strengths include creating comprehensive cyber security roadmaps, managing security architecture, and overseeing governance practices that mitigate threat impacts and meet regulatory standards. As a responsible team leader, I have a strong track record of guiding skilled OT consultants and technical specialists, ensuring high-impact results for clients. Leveraging my industry knowledge, I assess, recommend, and implement robust security solutions that align with organizational requirements.Core Competencies- Information Security Management Systems (ISMS)- Cyber Security Policies & Practices- Threat & Risk Assessment and Management- Compliance with Industry Standards (IEC 62443, TSA, C2M2, NIST, NERC CIP, ISO 2700x, etc.)- Incident Response and Security Operations- Cyber Security Awareness Programs- IT & OT Cyber Security Solutions (Asset, Vulnerability, Threat Management)Recent Projects- VP of OT Infrastructure and Cyber Security Services, Industrial Engineering Consulting Firm: Spearheaded business development and service delivery- Major Oil & Gas Pipeline Companies: Developed security programs, architecture reviews, solution design and implementation, and compliance remediation- Mining & Chemical Industry: Conducted Cyber Security Capability Maturity Assessments and risk management as Interim Director IT Security (CISO)- Healthcare, Financial, and Government Sectors: Delivered security assessments, threat risk analyses, and security roadmaps.* Views expressed are my own
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