Cybersecurity in the trucking industry extends beyond merely preventing attacks; it involves safeguarding your entire operation—your data, drivers, and assets—from digital threats. This encompasses not only your IT systems but also your physical assets, including trucks and trailers. In today’s interconnected and data-driven world, cybersecurity threats are not just an IT issue; they represent an operational risk. The critical question is: How prepared are you to prevent such incidents?
From ransomware and phishing scams to data breaches and system vulnerabilities that affect both digital networks and physical vehicles, the panel will provide a strategic breakdown of where investments matter most to minimize downtime and financial impact.
What You'll Learn:
- A clear understanding of cybersecurity fundamentals relevant to trucking, covering both digital and physical assets.
- The most pressing cybersecurity threats, including those targeting vehicle systems, and their potential operational impact.
- How to prioritize investments in resilience tools to maximize effectiveness.
- Tips for building internal awareness and justifying comprehensive security spending to leadership.
Whether you are just beginning to establish your cybersecurity foundation or reevaluating your current defense strategy, this session will provide valuable insights on how to protect your data, drivers, and equipment from cyberattacks.
Special Presentations:
- Panel discussion presented by ACT 1
- LEAD ATA classes
- Truckers Against Trafficking Award
Speakers
Ben Barnes
Ben Barnes is the Chief Information Officer for McLeod Software. In 2021, he was awarded Alabama CIO of the Year for the corporate division. Ben has provided technical services and led IT strategies in the transportation industry for over 25 years.
Joe Russo
Joe Russo, VP IT & Security at ISAAC, is an IT Executive with over 20 years’ experience leading IT teams in multinational environments and various sectors: banking, pharma, transportation and technology services.
John Paape
John Paape is the Chief Information Officer at Roehl Transport, where he leads a team of innovators developing industry-first technologies and solutions that have no off-the-shelf equivalents.