International Society of Automation (ISA) Partners with vFairs to Emphasize the Importance of Cybersecurity at the Digital Transformation Virtual…

DURHAM, N.C., March 25, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- ISA is working to make cybersecurity a more important topic in the post digital transformation world with its Digital Transformation Virtual ConferenceBrazil on March 29, 2022.

The event is aimed at IT technicians, cybersecurity professionals, engineers, plant managers, automation system developers, and others involved in the industry. Relevant companies and individuals can register on the home page.

The conference is particularly targeted towards audiences in Brazil, Bermuda, Argentina, Chile, Uruguay, Canada, and USA. As supporting partners, Petrobas and IBP will discuss their own cybersecurity experiences. At the conference, experts will discuss how cybersecurity will work in a post digital transformation world. The event will include discussions about cybersecurity issues in industrial automation settings, design systems with cybersecurity in mind, skills gaps on ISA cybersecurity standards, reliability, obsolescence of automation systems, how to protect and upgrade legacy hardware, and how to process safety issues that are affected by cybersecurity. In addition, experts will also share ISA cybersecurity standards, different approaches to cybersecurity, state-of-the-art cybersecurity for automation systems, and integration of Security Operation Centers (SOCs).

"Digital transformation offers so many benefits to companies in every vertical segment. These connected technologies enable higher performance, reduce downtime, increase efficiency, and provide unprecedented amounts of data to inform the enterprise," said ISA Executive Director Claire Ramspeck. "With all of these benefits, though, comes a great responsibility the expanded digital footprint means a much larger set of threats and vulnerabilities from a cybersecurity perspective. Cybersecurity needs to be a primary consideration for any company undergoing a digital transformation, and this event helps frame strategies to protect your systems and facilities."

The CEO & Founder of vFairs, Muhammad Younas, expressed, "Cybersecurity is a very relevant topic for all companies these days. Technology is part of most processes, so companies need to be up to date with the latest security protocols. Conferences like this will help make the post digital transformation world a much more secure and safer place."

The Digital Transformation Virtual ConferenceBrazil will take place on March 29, 2022. Those interested can buy their tickets on the event page. ISA members receive discounted tickets.

About ISA

The International Society of Automation (ISA) is a non-profit professional association founded in 1945 to create a better world through automation. ISA advances technical competence by connecting the automation community to achieve operational excellence and is the trusted provider of standards-based foundational technical resources, driving the advancement of individual careers and the overall profession. ISA develops widely used global standards; certifies professionals; provides education and training; publishes books and technical articles; hosts conferences and exhibits; and provides networking and career development programs for its members and customers around the world.

About vFairs

vFairs is a virtual & hybrid events platform that helps organizations reach global audiences. We help organizations of all sizes host amazing online conferences, trade shows, job fairs & more. The platform offers an intuitive virtual experience along with interactive features such as audio/video chat, excellent scalability, and several customization options.

Media Contact

Brianne Snell, vFairs, 519-215-3854, brianne@vfairs.com

Jennifer Halsey, ISA, 919-549-8411, jhalsey@isa.org

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