Call for Submissions | Operational Technology Security Impact Day 2024
The Cyber Programme team are delighted to invite members to contribute to our securing Operational Technology (OT) impact day which is taking place on Monday 15 April.
On this day, we will be exploring how cyber companies are helping organisations to secure their operational technology and navigate the risks and opportunities of IT/OT system convergence.
This is a fantastic opportunity for techUK members to voice their ideas and thoughts, share their experiences and showcase their expertise and success stories in securing this unique environment.
What is Operational Technology Security?
Operational Technology (OT) is the hardware and software used in industrial settings to monitor and control physical devices, processes and infrastructure. Whether they are deployed in Critical National Infrastructure settings or elsewhere in UK industry, it is vital that these OT systems are secure. OT security involves the practices, methods, strategies and technologies to protect OT systems and assets from cyber threats, unauthorised access and disruptions.
How to get involved
Deadlines to know about:
- techUK members can submit one contribution by Friday 5 April 2024.
- If you would like to contribute to this impact day, please email [email protected] to let us know the piece's title by Friday 29th March, to ensure we can schedule this in our content calendar.
We welcome a variety of formats so that you can decide what would best fit your company. Here is what you can submit and some guidelines:
Blogs & case studies:
- These will be published on our website as an insight page.
- They should be between 600 and 1,000-words long.
- These can include images, infographics and videos/vlogs (see below guidelines about submitting vlogs).
- You can add links throughout your text.
You can download our blog submission form here (instructions here), fill it in and submit.
Vlogs:
- These will be published on our website as an insight page.
- These should be between 3 and 6 minutes long.
- YouTube link or MP4 file
- Please provide a title for the video and any intro text.
- Example: #1
Remember! For all submitted content, we require a headshot of each author, and the logo(s) of your organisation/company, so please ensure this is sent [email protected] alongside all material.
Jill Broom
Jill Broom
Jill is techUK’s Programme Manager for Cyber Security, working across the cyber eco-system to bring industry together with key stakeholders across the public and private sectors.
Prior to focusing in on techUK's cyber security work, Jill was also part of techUK's Central Government programme team, representing the supplier community of technology products and services to Whitehall departments.
Before joining techUK, Jill worked as a Senior Caseworker for an MP, advocating for local communities, businesses and individuals, so she is particularly committed to techUK’s vision of harnessing the power of technology to improve people’s lives. Jill is also an experienced editorial professional and has delivered copyediting and writing services for public-body and SME clients as well as publishers.
- Email:
- [email protected]
- Twitter:
- @honeybroom
- Website:
- www.techuk.org
- LinkedIn:
- https://www.linkedin.com/in/jill-broom-19aa824
Annie Collings
Annie Collings
Annie joined techUK as the Programme Manager for Cyber Security and Central Government in September 2023.
Prior to joining techUK, Annie worked as an Account Manager at PLMR Healthcomms, a specialist healthcare agency providing public affairs support to a wide range of medical technology clients. Annie also spent time as an Intern in an MPs constituency office and as an Intern at the Association of Independent Professionals and the Self-Employed.
Annie graduated from Nottingham Trent University, where she was an active member of the lacrosse society.
- Email:
- [email protected]
- Twitter:
- anniecollings24
- LinkedIn:
- https://www.linkedin.com/in/annie-collings-270150158/