David Batz

David Batz is an experienced professional in cyber and infrastructure security for investor-owned electric utilities, with a strong focus on national cyber security policies and issues, as well as applying appropriate security solutions to tackle emerging threats in the energy sector.

With over 30 years of professional technology and security solutions experience, David has established himself as a go-to expert with a deep understanding of energy operations, regulatory compliance, and cyber security policy engagement with federal agencies like the Department of Energy and the Department of Homeland Security.

David Batz is actively involved in various industry associations such as NIST, National Association of Regulatory Utility Commissioners, US-AID, and the American Society of Civil Engineers, where he shares his expertise on securing critical infrastructure, industrial systems, and standardization topics through articles and presentations.

As a Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) with multiple security certifications, David's specialties span across cyber security, policy development, information security, standards, risk assessment, critical infrastructure protection, SmartGrid, electric utility operations, public speaking, and physical security.

Education-wise, David pursued a BA in Computer Science from Lakeland University and an AD in Computer Programming from Madison Area Technical College. His professional journey includes roles at prestigious organizations like the Office of the Secretary of Defense, Edison Electric Institute, Ultra Electronics 3eTI, Alliant Energy, March First, Whittman-Hart, and Wisconsin Power & Light.