Durgesh Kalya

Durgesh Kalya, with over 18 years in information security and cybersecurity, safeguards critical infrastructure, specializing in ICS security for sectors like chemical manufacturing and oil and gas. At Covestro, he shaped NIST-based OT security, refining skills at NCTI and Triad Engineering Houston. Beyond defense, Durgesh leads proactive initiatives, shaping OT Change Management standards and designing OT Vulnerability Management systems.
As an SME, he contributes to ISA GCA's Incident Management Framework. Co-founding the Industrial IoT Security Foundation's Houston Chapter and serving as a Safety and Security Division Director, Durgesh addresses IIoT threats, bridging traditional ICS with future industrial connectivity. More than an author, he ensures the safety and resilience of critical infrastructure, emphasizing customer service, communications, and effective problem-solving.