2026-04-10 –, Rookie, Student and Careers Track
Attackers are using GenAI to get better at what they do. Why aren't more of us as defenders?
The truth is that the majority of OT/ICS enviornments have limited (to no) budgets for OT/ICS cybersecurity. And yet, we're expected to continue to do more with less. GenAI platforms can act as the great equalizer and help us successfully defend our environments - and it doesn't have to be difficult! This session will walkthrough creating both offensive and defensive tools for OT/ICS environments, providing detailed prompts to help YOU secure OT/ICS!
Mike Holcomb is an independent consultant and an educational content creator focused on OT/ICS cybersecurity . Prior to supporting clients full-time through UtilSec, he was the Fellow of Cybersecurity and the OT/ICS Cybersecurity Global Lead for one of the world’s largest engineering and construction companies, providing him with the opportunity to work in securing some of the world’s largest OT/ICS environments, from power plants and commuter rail to manufacturing facilities and refineries.
As part of his community efforts, Michael founded the BSidesICS/OT with multiple events planned globally in 2026. He has his master’s degree in OT/ICS cybersecurity from the SANS Technology Institute. Additionally, he maintains cyber security and OT/ICS certifications such as the CISSP, GRID, GICSP, GCIP, GPEN, GCIH, ISA 62443, and more.
He was awarded the SANS Difference Maker Award for Practitioner of the Year: ICS/OT Defender for 2025.
He posts regularly on LinkedIn and YouTube to help others learn more about securing OT/ICS and critical infrastructure.
You can find out more information about Mike and his resources at mikeholcomb.com.