Cybersecurity threats targeting U.S. water and wastewater utilities are on the rise. With hackers looking to exploit industrial controls, chemical treatments, and water flows, protecting public health and safety has never been more critical. Recognizing these challenges, Wunderlich-Malec (WM) has introduced its new Fast Track to Cybersecurity Compliance program—an offering that helps water utilities quickly assess risks and strengthen their IT/OT infrastructures in line with the Water Cybersecurity Assessment Tool (WCAT).
Why Focus on Cybersecurity for Water Utilities?
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) developed WCAT to help utilities identify and remediate cybersecurity risks, protecting their systems from potentially devastating attacks. WM’s Fast Track program complements WCAT by:
- Accelerating WCAT Assessment – We expedite your WCAT evaluation, so you can rapidly pinpoint areas of vulnerability.
- Analyzing IT/OT Infrastructure – Our experts look under the hood of your operational technologies and networks to find hidden risks.
- Proposing Remediation – We provide clear, practical recommendations to help you meet WCAT cybersecurity compliance.
“Our program can jump-start the cybersecurity process, but we need feedback from our utility partners to ensure we are meeting their core needs,” says Wunderlich-Malec IFN Product Manager Mark Riehm.
Meet the Wunderlich-Malec Team at WATERCON
Join us at WATERCON 2025, presented by the Illinois Section American Water Works Association (ISAWWA), to learn more about how WM is helping utilities get ahead of cyber threats. Be sure to stop by our booth to speak with:
- Mark Riehm – IFN Product Manager
- Greg Manning – Lead Business Development Manager
- Dave Westgard – Senior Security Engineer
- Zachary Eastman – Lead Engineer
They’ll be ready to discuss the details of WM’s Fast Track program, how it aligns with WCAT guidelines, and how your utility can benefit from a streamlined approach to achieving cybersecurity compliance.
Our WATERCON 2025 Goals
- Support the WM Booth
Our team will chat with attendees and showcase how our IFN “Fast Track to Cybersecurity” program can help utilities protect their critical infrastructure. - Gather Feedback
We want to hear from you! Let us know your biggest cybersecurity challenges. We’ll use that insight to refine our offerings and ensure we’re meeting your core needs. - Engage with Utilities and Partners
By speaking directly with water utility professionals, regulators, and industry experts, we can ensure we’re continually evolving to address emerging cybersecurity trends.
Event Details: WATERCON 2025
- Dates: April 14–16, 2025
- Location: Peoria Civic Center in Peoria, Illinois
- Hosted By: Illinois Section American Water Works Association (ISAWWA)
- What to Expect: Exhibits, educational sessions, and networking events for utilities, industry suppliers, consultants, manufacturers, and regulators
- More Info: https://www.isawwa.org/events/EventDetails.aspx?id=1892211
Join the Conversation
Make sure to visit our booth at WATERCON 2025 to discover how the Fast Track to Cybersecurity Compliance program can help your utility proactively address WCAT requirements and stay ahead of evolving cyber threats. We look forward to meeting you and helping secure your infrastructure for a safer, more reliable water supply. See you in Peoria!