Legal Realities of US Government OT Cybersecurity Regulation
Shari Gribbin
S4x24 - ICS Security Conference · Day 2 · Stage 2
Shari Gribbin’s talk at S4 explored the rapidly escalating and increasingly complex legal risks confronting organizations in the realm of Operational Technology (OT) cybersecurity within the United States. As a seasoned regulatory lawyer, Gribbin illuminated the profound shift from a largely self-regulated cybersecurity environment to one now heavily influenced by government mandates, legislation, and a burgeoning wave of lawsuits. Her primary objective was to equip attendees with a foundational framework to navigate this intricate legal landscape, emphasizing the critical need to integrate legal considerations into existing cyber programs and operational strategies.
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This session by Shari Gribbin is a critical, no-nonsense legal deep dive into the rapidly evolving landscape of OT cybersecurity regulation. It masterfully dissects the shift from a self-regulated environment to one dominated by legal mandates, financial accountability, and the severe implications for organizations. Gribbin's experience in the NERC CIP sector provides invaluable, insider perspective, offering practical strategies to integrate legal expertise, leverage financial pressures, and use compliance as a strategic shield against burgeoning liabilities. This isn't just "awareness"…