Tauseef H. Farooqi, chairman of the National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (Nepra), has emphasised the seriousness of the issue and the need for all power-sector enterprises to adhere to cyber security standards.
He emphasised that the rules will increase Pakistan's power firms' resistance to cyberattacks, decrease operational downtime, and guard against losses.
On Thursday, he delivered a keynote address at the first Operational Technology (OT) Cyber Security Conference (OTCSEC), which was organised by ACET Solutions, a top supplier of automation and cyber security solutions for critical infrastructure firms.
the need for Pakistan to secure its OT/industrial control systems (ICS), which are in charge of controlling physical equipment in electricity grids, water plants, oil and gas plants, mining, manufacturing, transportation, and other critical infrastructure or industries. The event was inaugurated by President Arif Alvi. experts from the world's largest cyber security technology vendors, including Fortinet, were present.
President Alvi emphasised the importance of cyber security as a national priority for the survival of the nation in his virtual keynote address. In order to protect civilisation, he emphasised the importance of investing in young people and skills.
The ongoing conflict in Ukraine and the attack-related disruption of the gasoline supply on the US East Coast highlighted the significance of the OT/ICS Cyber Security Conference.
The conference brought together industrial clients, specialists, and policymakers to debate and confront the difficulties of OT/ICS. It was aimed at the owners and operators of vital infrastructure.
The goal was to give stakeholders a forum to exchange information on best practises, expertise, and solutions for enhancing the security of critical infrastructure.
After the country-wide energy blackout in January, which was thought to have been brought on by an attack by a foreign hacking outfit, the meeting took place at a critical juncture for Pakistan. The event highlighted Pakistan's critical infrastructure's vulnerability and the necessity of funding OT/ICS cyber security.
The president and other speakers mentioned that as a wake-up call for the government to take immediate actions to secure OT/ ICS.
In order to foster innovation and cooperation in cyber security solutions, he urged the creation of public-private partnerships.
Being the biggest provider of OT security services in the area, ACET Solutions CEO Mubarik Mustafa reaffirmed the company's commitment to assisting Pakistan in its efforts to safeguard vital infrastructure.
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