Industrial critical infrastructure doesn't protect itself—and traditional IT security won't cut it on the plant floor.
If you want to move beyond the theory and get hands-on with the protocols, hardware, and networks that run the real world, BSidesICS/OT Tampa is where you need to be. We’re bringing together the sharpest minds in industrial cybersecurity for a day of pure, unfiltered learning, hacking, and networking.
Here is what your ticket gets you:
The ICS Village CTF: Test your skills against real-world industrial hardware, PLCs, and network traffic in our hands-on Capture The Flag.
Custom Electronic Badges: A hallmark of the BSidesICS experience—highly collectible, hardware-hackable badges.
Interactive Villages: Step away from the slides and get your hands dirty in the Lock-picking Village and dedicated hardware labs.
Career Advancement: Direct access to free resume reviews and career guidance from industry veterans actively looking to hire and mentor.
Inclusive Community: Expanding our reach with specialized networking events, including the dedicated Women’s OT/ICS Cybersecurity dinner.
The Full Experience: Complimentary catering throughout the day, capped off with an epic after-party to keep the connections going.
📅 Date: February 8, 2027
📍 Location: Tampa, FL
BSidesICS/OT events are built by the community, for the community—and they all sell out! Whether you are an experienced ICS defender, trying to bridge the gap between IT and OT, or just trying to learn more about what OT and ICS are, there is a place for you here.
Don't wait until you're stuck on the waitlist. Secure your spot, hack some hardware, and connect with the people defending our critical infrastructure.