Critical infrastructure forms the backbone of modern society, encompassing sectors such as energy, power grids, water systems, transportation, healthcare, telecommunications, manufacturing, finance, and government services. As these infrastructures become increasingly interconnected through Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT), cyber-physical systems (CPS), cloud computing, edge intelligence, and Artificial Intelligence (AI), they are exposed to a rapidly evolving landscape of cyber threats. Sophisticated attacks, including ransomware, Advanced Persistent Threats (APTs), supply chain compromises, insider threats, AI-enabled cyberattacks, and attacks targeting Operational Technology (OT) and Industrial Control Systems (ICS), have highlighted the urgent need for resilient and intelligent cybersecurity strategies. Protecting critical infrastructure requires the integration of advanced AI-driven threat detection, secure system architectures, real-time monitoring, predictive analytics, and resilient incident response mechanisms.

The International Conference on Cyber Security in Artificial Intelligence (ICCSAI 2027) invites original research contributions on Critical Infrastructure Protection. This track provides an international forum for researchers, cybersecurity professionals, AI experts, industry practitioners, infrastructure operators, and policymakers to present innovative research and practical solutions for securing critical infrastructure against current and emerging cyber threats. Contributions addressing AI-enabled cyber defense, Industrial Control System (ICS) security, Operational Technology (OT) protection, cyber resilience, secure communication networks, privacy-preserving technologies, digital twins, and regulatory compliance are highly encouraged.

1. Industrial Control Systems (ICS) and Operational Technology (OT) Security

• Industrial Control Systems (ICS) Security

• Operational Technology (OT) Security

• SCADA System Security

• Distributed Control Systems (DCS) Security

• Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) Security

• Human–Machine Interface (HMI) Security

• Secure Industrial Communication Protocols

2. Cyber-Physical Systems (CPS) Security

• Cyber-Physical System Security

• Embedded System Security

• Real-Time System Security

• Digital Twin Security

• Physical Process Monitoring

• CPS Resilience and Reliability

3. AI-Driven Critical Infrastructure Security

• AI-Based Threat Detection

• AI-Powered Intrusion Detection and Prevention

• Machine Learning for Anomaly Detection

• AI-Based Predictive Maintenance for Security

• AI-Assisted Incident Response

• AI-Driven Security Operations Centers (SOC)

• Cyber Threat Intelligence Using AI

4. Smart Grid and Energy Security

• Smart Grid Security

• Power System Cybersecurity

• Renewable Energy Infrastructure Security

• Microgrid Security

• Smart Meter Security

• Energy Management System Security

5. Industrial IoT (IIoT) and Edge Security

• Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) Security

• Edge AI Security for Industrial Systems

• Secure Sensor Networks

• Device Authentication and Identity Management

• Secure Edge-to-Cloud Communication

• Industrial Wireless Network Security

6. Critical Sector Protection

• Water and Wastewater Infrastructure Security

• Healthcare Infrastructure Security

• Transportation and Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) Security

• Aviation and Maritime Cybersecurity

• Telecommunications and 5G/6G Infrastructure Security

• Financial Infrastructure Protection

7. Network and Communication Security

• Secure Industrial Networks

• Software-Defined Networking (SDN) Security

• Zero Trust Network Architectures

• Secure Remote Access

• Network Segmentation

• DDoS Detection and Mitigation

8. Identity, Access, and Data Security

• Identity and Access Management (IAM) for Critical Infrastructure

• Privileged Access Management (PAM)

• Zero Trust Architecture

• Data Integrity and Availability

• Encryption and Key Management

• Secure Data Sharing

9. Cloud, Edge, and Hybrid Infrastructure Security

• Cloud Security for Critical Infrastructure

• Hybrid Cloud Security

• Multi-Access Edge Computing (MEC) Security

• Secure Infrastructure Virtualization

• AI Model Security in Critical Systems

• Secure Cloud-Based Industrial Platforms

10. Risk, Resilience, and Incident Response

• Cyber Risk Assessment

• Cyber Resilience Engineering

• Business Continuity Planning

• Disaster Recovery Strategies

• Ransomware Detection and Recovery

• Advanced Persistent Threat (APT) Detection

• Incident Response and Recovery

11. Supply Chain and Software Security

• Industrial Supply Chain Security

• Software Supply Chain Security

• Firmware and Hardware Security

• Secure Software Updates

• Trusted Computing

• Hardware Root of Trust

12. Governance, Standards, and Compliance

• Critical Infrastructure Security Frameworks

• NIST Cybersecurity Framework

• IEC 62443 Standards

• ISO/IEC 27001 for Critical Infrastructure

• Regulatory Compliance

• Infrastructure Security Auditing

• Security Metrics and Maturity Assessment

13. Emerging Technologies

• Blockchain for Critical Infrastructure Security

• Quantum-Resistant Cryptography

• Autonomous Cyber Defense

• AI Agents for Infrastructure Protection

• Secure Digital Twins

• Explainable AI for Industrial Security

• Secure Multi-Agent Systems

14. Future Directions

• Smart City Infrastructure Security

• Space and Satellite Infrastructure Security

• Autonomous Transportation Security

• AI Governance for Critical Infrastructure

• Sustainable and Resilient Infrastructure Security

• Human-Centered Security for Critical Systems

• Security Benchmarking and Testbeds

• Digital Transformation Security for Critical Infrastructure