AWWA Explores Cyber Security In The Water Industry

Denver, CO — To help professionals in the water sector address vulnerabilities and reduce risks to their industrial control systems, the American Water Works Association (AWWA) will host the webcast "Cyber Security: Roadmap for the Water Sector" at 1 p.m. EDT, Sept. 3.

The modern control systems and communications technologies being used in the water industry have become cyber-vulnerable. The webcast will include an introduction to cyber security tools and solutions, and an overview of the "Roadmap to Secure Control Systems in the Water Sector." A vision for cyber security in the water sector also will be covered, and attendees will have the opportunity to participate in a Q&A with the panel of speakers.

Webcast presenters will include:

• Seán McGurk, Director, Control Systems Security Program, National Cyber Security Division, Department of Homeland Security.
• Dave Edwards, Chief Information Officer, Metropolitan Water District of Southern California.
• Patrick Ellis, IT Director/CISO, Broward County Water and Wastewater.

For more information on the webcast and registration details, go to http://www.awwa.org/education/webcasts.

About AWWA AWWA is the authoritative resource for knowledge, information, and advocacy to improve the quality and supply of water in North America and beyond. AWWA is the largest organization of water professionals in the world. AWWA advances public health, safety and welfare by uniting the efforts of the full spectrum of the entire water community. Through our collective strength we become better stewards of water for the greatest good of the people and the environment.

SOURCE: AWWA