Eric Knott

Background

About Eric Knott

Cybersecurity & Industrial Automation Professional | IT/OT Security | Educator & Mentor With over 16 years of experience in cybersecurity, IT/OT integration, and industrial automation, I specialize in securing SCADA systems, PLC programming, and critical infrastructure from evolving cyber threats. My career spans roles in plant engineering, field service operations, and cybersecurity education, where I’ve successfully led initiatives to enhance network security, risk management, and secure IT/OT convergence. Currently, I serve as an Adjunct Cybersecurity Instructor at Northwest Florida State College (NWFSC), where I develop hands-on labs and mentor the next generation of cybersecurity professionals. Additionally, in my role as a Field Service Operations Advisor at Northrop Grumman, I provide mission-critical cybersecurity solutions, training, and operational support. Previously, as a Plant Engineering Supervisor at UPS, I led SCADA system design, industrial control system security, and predictive maintenance strategies, ensuring compliance with industry standards like ISA/IEC 62443. Certifications & Skills: CISSP, CySA+, Security+, Network+, A+ IT/OT Cybersecurity | Risk Management | Threat Analysis SCADA & Industrial Automation | PLC Programming (Allen-Bradley, Siemens) Secure Networking | Incident Response | Firewall & SIEM Management Teaching, Mentoring & Curriculum Development Let’s connect and collaborate on cybersecurity, industrial automation, and critical infrastructure protection!