Blake Gilson

Industrial Information Technology Cybersecurity Operations Manager ExxonMobil

Blake Gilson is a Manager at ExxonMobil, shaping global IT strategy and execution. He holds a BBA in Management Information Systems from the University of Houston Honors College and is Alumni Chair of the DOE/Idaho National Laboratory OT Defender Program. Blake holds multiple GIAC certifications, is a 2x CompTIA Subject Matter Expert, and specializes in securing computing and process technologies.

Main Conference Day One | Tuesday, March 24 2026

4:25 PM Panel Discussion: Cybersecurity for the AI-Powered Industrial Enterprise: Aligning OT, IT & Innovation

As AI becomes embedded in industrial operations, the cybersecurity threat landscape is evolving fast. Attackers are using AI for more sophisticated phishing, deepfakes, and automated breaches, while many organizations struggle to embed security early in the innovation lifecycle. This session explores how to build a resilient cybersecurity posture that supports AI adoption, protects OT environments, and enables cross-functional collaboration.

Challenges in integrating security into early-stage AI innovation and project approval processes
Bridging the IT/OT divide: fostering collaboration and cultural change for better security outcomes
Assessing the risks and opportunities of generative AI and agent-based tools in industrial environments

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