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Marco (Marc) Ayala is a seasoned professional currently serving as President of the InfraGard Houston Members Alliance and Global Senior Manager for Operational Technology Security Applications at Albemarle Corporation. With extensive experience in cybersecurity and industrial control systems, Marc has held significant roles, including Chair of the Threat Analysis and Cybersecurity Subcommittee for the Gulf of Mexico Area Maritime Security Committee and Global Director of ICS Cybersecurity at 1898 & Co. Marc has contributed to various organizations, such as the International Society of Automation, where Marc instructs on industrial cybersecurity standards. Marc's prior roles include lifecycle services management at aeSolutions and technical advisory positions at Cimation and Siemens, showcasing a strong background in process safety, automation, and cybersecurity within critical industries.