Research says CISOs confident about Cybersecurity Posture, but Security Engineers remain Concerned

Research conducted by the SANS Institute highlights this difference in perception in its 2026 ICS/OT Cybersecurity Survey.

According to the findings, many CISOs are confident that their organizations’ OT infrastructure can withstand cyberattacks.

This uncertainty is particularly concerning because disruptions to OT environments can have consequences far beyond conventional IT security incidents.

An attack targeting industrial systems could interrupt production, affect supply chains, damage equipment and, in certain circumstances, create risks to employee safety.

Businesses must look beyond high-level assessments of their security posture and pay closer attention to the practical challenges faced by operational security teams.