The Contractor's Role in Cybersecure Infrastructure: Power, Policy, and Performance

Cybersecurity is no longer a technical concern—it is a governance, liability, and brand-risk issue that directly impacts how electrical infrastructure is designed, approved, insured, and operated. As power systems, life-safety infrastructure, and building technologies become networked, corporate IT and cybersecurity policies increasingly dictate electrical scope, acceptance criteria, and contractor responsibility. This boardroom-level discussion examines how operational technology (OT), NEC requirements, and enterprise cybersecurity posture intersect to influence risk exposure, insurability, and business continuity. You will gain insight into where cyber incidents tied to connected electrical systems can create safety failures, contractual disputes, insurance challenges, and reputational damage—and how proactive alignment between contractors, owners, and corporate security teams can protect performance, reduce liability, and safeguard brand trust in the digital era.

Moderated by Michael McCaugherty.