Andrea Carcano

Andrea is an expert and international leader in industrial network security, artificial intelligence and machine learning. He co-founded Nozomi Networks in 2013 with the goal of delivering a next-generation cybersecurity and operational visibility solution for industrial control networks. As CEO, Andrea is focused on extending Nozomi’s global dominance in innovation and technical leadership in an era defined by AI. It’s a commitment that’s fueled by Carcano’s dedication to delivering exceptional customer outcomes.

He earned a Ph.D. in Computer Science from Università degli Studi dell’Insubria focused on developing software that detected intrusions to critical infrastructure control systems. His Master’s in Computer Science from the same institution involved creating malware designed to take advantage of the lack of security in some SCADA protocols and analyzing the consequences. Andrea has published a number of academic papers, including one describing an early example of malware targeting SCADA systems.