Beyond the Firewall
One-way Data Transfer in Critical Infrastructure
Join OPSWAT Academy’s latest cybersecurity webinar to discover why traditional firewalls fall short in enforcing unidirectional security and how diode-based architectures are transforming secure data flow in ICS and OT networks.
This session is designed for security professionals, infrastructure engineers, and compliance stakeholders looking to strengthen their understanding of advanced OT security solutions.
- Free registration and attendance
- Moderated by the OPSWAT Academy team
- Live chat enabled for audience questions
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In this webinar, Colin Dunn, VP of Products, GM, OPSWAT DC USA, will offer a technical perspective rooted in real-world applications, highlighting the differences between diode architecture and traditional firewall logic. He'll share practical use cases across sectors like energy, defense, and utilities, along with insights into national and industry-specific compliance requirements.
Key topics will cover:
- Key differences between diode architecture and firewall logic
- Real-world use cases in energy, defense, and utilities
- Compliance insights for national and sector-specific regulations
- Founder's perspective from building Fend’s secure data transfer solutions
Featured Speakers
Colin Dunn is the VP of Products, GM, OPSWAT DC USA, where he leads a team focused on securing critical infrastructure with advanced cross-domain solutions. He joined OPSWAT through the acquisition of Fend Incorporated, a company he founded and led as CEO.
Earlier in his career, Colin worked as an engineer and consultant, supporting organizations including the Department of Defense, the Department of Energy, and several commercial enterprises. He holds degrees in mechanical engineering from the University of Virginia and business administration from Penn State.
Irfan Shakeel is the VP of Training and Certification Services at OPSWAT, where he leads the global cybersecurity education strategy through OPSWAT Academy, developing training and certification programs for customers, partners, and cybersecurity professionals.
With over a decade of experience in cybersecurity and an entrepreneurial mindset, Irfan has focused his career on building practical cybersecurity education and workforce development initiatives. Prior to OPSWAT, he founded eHacking, a cybersecurity education platform dedicated to hands-on training and real-world security skills.
Irfan holds degrees in Engineering and Business Administration and is passionate about expanding cybersecurity knowledge and helping organizations strengthen their security posture.