Marco Ayala

Senior Principal Ong Energy Sme @MITRE

US

As the Senior Principal Advisor for Energy, Oil, and Gas at CIPIC, I lead and collaborate with teams driving groundbreaking research and development initiatives to enhance the cybersecurity of critical infrastructure and operational technology (OT) systems. This role emphasizes strategic planning, team leadership, and stakeholder collaboration to innovate and protect Energy, Oil, and Gas systems from cyber threats. By managing high-impact projects, guiding the development of advanced cybersecurity strategies, fostering team growth, and supporting business development, our efforts ensure the organization remains at the forefront of securing critical infrastructure in alignment with national security objectives.The Cyber Infrastructure Protection Innovation Center (CIPIC) is dedicated to safeguarding critical infrastructure from malicious cyber and non-kinetic attacks or disruptions. Through cutting-edge research, technology development, and the creation of advanced practices and approaches, CIPIC addresses evolving threats to critical systems. The center brings together multidisciplinary expertise to innovate solutions that ensure the resilience and security of essential infrastructure, supporting both national security and the operational stability of critical sectors. L540