Critical Path Security is proud to announce that our CEO, Patrick Kelley, has been selected to speak at the 20th Annual API Cybersecurity Conference for the Oil & Natural Gas Industry, taking place November 11–12, 2025, at The Woodlands Waterway Marriott in The Woodlands, Texas.
Patrick will present his session, "Cybersecurity in Crisis: Managing Mental Health in High-Stress Environments," as part of the Addressing the Human Element track. This important discussion will focus on the often-overlooked mental health challenges faced by cybersecurity professionals—especially those tasked with defending critical infrastructure in high-pressure, high-stakes situations.
The API Cybersecurity Conference is one of the premier gatherings for cybersecurity leaders in the oil and natural gas industry. Now in its 20th year, the event brings together industry experts, operators, and technology innovators to address the evolving security landscape and share solutions that strengthen resilience across the sector.
Session Details:
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Title: Cybersecurity in Crisis: Managing Mental Health in High-Stress Environments
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Date: November 11, 2025
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Track: Addressing the Human Element
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Format: 20-minute presentation followed by a joint Q&A session
In this session, Patrick will explore:
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The unique stressors of cybersecurity roles in critical infrastructure environments
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The mental and emotional toll of high-intensity incident response
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Strategies for building resilience, preventing burnout, and sustaining performance under pressure
Why This Matters
The human element remains one of the most significant factors in cybersecurity effectiveness. As threat landscapes grow more complex, it’s essential to not only invest in technical defenses but also ensure that the people defending critical systems have the support, resources, and mental health tools they need to succeed.
Join Us at API Cybersecurity 2025
The 20th Annual API Cybersecurity Conference is an opportunity to network with peers, hear from industry leaders, and explore practical solutions to today’s most pressing security challenges.
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About the API Cybersecurity Conference
Hosted by the American Petroleum Institute, the API Cybersecurity Conference for the Oil & Natural Gas Industry is dedicated to strengthening the industry's cyber defenses and resilience. The event provides a forum for addressing technical challenges, policy issues, and the human factors that influence security outcomes.
About Critical Path Security
Critical Path Security delivers advanced cybersecurity solutions and expertise to protect organizations across industries, including critical infrastructure. Our team brings decades of experience in offensive and defensive security, incident response, and strategic security leadership.