Rupesh Shirke

I am a senior cybersecurity leader and PhD candidate with over 17 years of experience specializing in the security of Operational Technology (OT) and Critical Infrastructure. Currently a Senior Cybersecurity Professional at LTIMindtree, I focus on the complex intersection of industrial control systems, autonomous machine security, and IT/OT convergence. My background combines deep technical expertise with strategic leadership as an IEEE Senior Member and ISC2 chapter co-founder, alongside a strong commitment to thought leadership through academic lecturing.