Maarten Pichal

“Security isn’t just a box to tick—it’s a mindset, a strategy, and your strongest business ally.”

Experience:

IT/OT Consultant

2017 - ...

IT/OT Engineer

2017 - ...

IT System Network Engineer

2012 - 2017

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Biography:

Maarten is a cybersecurity expert with over 15 years of experience in network and security technologies. He specializes in securing operational technology (OT) environments, offering consultancy and certification guidance for ISO 27001, CyFun, and ISA/IEC 62443. Through his technical expertise, Maarten helps businesses strengthen their security posture and mitigate modern threats. Passionate about bridging the gap between IT and OT, he is committed to ensuring organizations operate safely in an increasingly complex digital world.

Internally, Maarten is Head of Finance and Operations, ensuring the company’s day-to-day functions run efficiently. His structured approach and analytical mindset help streamline processes, optimize resources, and support Defend-OT’s continued growth.

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