Michel Bruggeman

EMEA IoT & OT Lead | Security Consulting & Advisory
Michel Bruggeman is a seasoned cybersecurity executive with over 25 years of international experience, specializing in Operational Technology (OT) and Internet of Things (IoT) security. As Head of IoT/OT for the EMEA region and Lead for Security Consulting & Advisory at Infosys Cybersecurity, he provides strategic leadership in cybersecurity architecture, risk management, and regulatory compliance, aligned with globally recognized frameworks including ISA/IEC 62443, NIST 2.0, ISO/IEC 27001, DORA/NIS2 and TISAX. Michel has a proven track record in securing mission-critical and industrial environments, enabling secure IT/OT convergence, and delivering cyber-resilience programs for complex, multinational organizations. He is a trusted advisor to executive leadership, known for translating technical risk into business-relevant insights and driving measurable improvements in organizational cybersecurity maturity. Core Competencies: Strategic Leadership: IoT/OT security strategy, executive cybersecurity advisory, regional cybersecurity leadership. Team Development: Building and mentoring high-performing cybersecurity teams across EMEA. Compliance & Risk Management: Expertise in global cybersecurity regulatory frameworks including IEC 62443, ISO 27001, NIST, DORA, and NIS2. Incident Response Leadership: Certified Cyber Incident Leader with a proactive approach to incident management and mitigation. Technical Advisory: Advanced security architecture, vulnerability management, threat intelligence, and cybersecurity response planning and Cyber Resilience. Certifications & Awards: GIAC Cyber Incident Leader (GCIL) GIAC Certified Professional (28+ certifications) ICS2 CISSP, ISACA CISA, ISA IEC-62443 SANS Institute and ISA Mentor/Instructor Microsoft Certified Trainer Dragos Approved Partner Solutions Architect, Claroty Cybersecurity Analyst