Cybersecurity threats to water and wastewater utilities are at an all-time high, with hackers targeting critical systems and infrastructure that could jeopardize public health. To tackle this growing concern, Wunderlich-Malec (WM) is introducing its Fast Track to Cybersecurity Compliance program—an accelerated approach to ensuring your utility aligns with the Water Cybersecurity Assessment Tool (WCAT) and strengthens your overall IT/OT security posture.
Why Cybersecurity for Water Systems Matters
Water and wastewater systems remain prime targets for cyberattacks due to their essential role in safeguarding public health and ensuring reliable service. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) developed WCAT to help utilities assess and remediate vulnerabilities in a structured, methodical way. WM’s Fast Track program takes this a step further by:
- Speeding Up WCAT Assessments – We help you rapidly conduct WCAT evaluations to identify weak points before attackers exploit them.
- Analyzing Your IT/OT Landscape – Our experts provide an in-depth review of your operational technologies, industrial controls, and supporting networks.
- Delivering Practical Remediations – Based on assessment findings, we propose actionable steps to meet and maintain WCAT compliance.
Meet the WM Team at the Tri-States Water Seminar
This August, WM will be at the Tri-States Water Seminar in Las Vegas, Nevada, ready to connect with water utility professionals, share insights on OT security best practices, and discuss how our Fast Track program can help you strengthen your defenses. Stop by to meet:
- Mark Riehm – IFN Product Manager
- Steven Riser – Senior Engineer
- Skyler Brown – Business Unit Manager
They’re looking forward to hearing about your biggest cybersecurity hurdles and will be on hand to demonstrate how our accelerated approach to cybersecurity aligns with your current and future needs.
“Industrial Control Systems are only as secure as the OT infrastructure they are built on” said WM’s Nevada Business Unit engineer Steven Riser. “We are excited to have the IFN team engage in conversation with our utility partners in the tri-states region about securing their infrastructure from attack and meeting WCAT compliance”.
Goals for the Tri-States Water Seminar
- Showcase the Fast Track Program
Our team will explain how we can help you quickly assess and remediate risks, cutting through complexity to meet WCAT guidelines. - Gather Critical Feedback
We want to hear firsthand from utility professionals about the unique challenges you face. Your insights drive continuous improvements to our program. - Partner with Regional Utilities
By engaging with you and your peers, we build lasting partnerships that help us collectively stay ahead of evolving cyber threats.
Event Details: Tri-States Water Seminar 2025
- When: August 4–7, 2025
- Where: South Point Hotel & Casino, Las Vegas, Nevada
- Hosted By: Tri-State Seminar, LLC in partnership with AZ Water Association, California Water Environment Association, and Nevada Water Environment Association
- Purpose: A three-day seminar providing education, professional development, and technology transfer for water and wastewater professionals across the western U.S.
- More Info: https://www.tristateseminar.com/
Let’s Talk Cybersecurity
Don’t miss your chance to learn more about WM’s Fast Track to Cybersecurity Compliance at the Tri-States Water Seminar. Come by our booth to meet our team, share your cybersecurity concerns, and discover how we can help your utility safeguard its infrastructure against the latest threats—all while meeting WCAT compliance.
We can’t wait to connect with you in Las Vegas!