CISO Summit

Air Gaps have long served as a security boundary for Industrial Control Systems (ICS). But in the age of rapid AI adoption, network isolation is no longer fit for purpose because it cannot eliminate the human and physical risks that arise from Shadow AI.

When troubleshooting under pressure, operators move system logs and configuration files outside protected zones to use AI tools. This creates untracked data flows and introduces unvalidated AI recommendations into safety-critical systems. This session demonstrates that when AI influences operator decisions, it becomes part of the safety system because advice turns into action and action creates real-world consequences.

In this talk, Teri Green-Manson (CISO and Co-Founder of Lite Technology Solutions, LLC) introduces the T.E.S.T. Standard™ (ICS Edition)—a 60-second decision model for evaluating AI workflows through four pillars: Touch, Execute, Store, and Trust. Join her to learn how AI bypasses air gaps through Shadow AI, vendor tools, file transfers, and local models. Walk away with a 30-day action plan to inventory AI usage and implement protective controls.

Key Takeaways:
- Identify where AI is already "inside" supposedly offline ICS environments via people, files, and vendor ecosystems.
- Use a fast, defensible scoring engine to decide whether to proceed, add controls or stop an AI-enabled workflow.
- Receive a roadmap to inventory AI, classify data, and implement redaction workflows to secure the industrial perimeter.