This past weekend, in the heart of Canada’s Oil Country at Edmonton International Raceway, Critical Path Security’s No. 28 Dodge took on the NAPA 300 with one goal in mind—proving that consistency and resilience win in both racing and cybersecurity.
After clocking the fifth fastest time in qualifying, with the top eight drivers separated by just 0.1 seconds, Ryan Vargas lined up aggressively in the front pack. The 300-lap race promised tight battles, and it delivered. Despite mid-race chaos and unavoidable contact in the closing laps, Ryan and the Critical Path Security team powered through to secure a P6 finish, having challenged for podium positions earlier in the race.
While the result felt like a missed opportunity, the big picture tells a different story—Ryan now holds fifth in the championship points, with momentum building as the team heads into Saskatoon.
Why does this matter to us?
Edmonton, often referred to as Canada’s Oil Capital, was the perfect backdrop for this battle. At Critical Path Security, our focus on Managed SOC and XDR solutions for critical infrastructure—specifically electric and gas utilities—aligns with the industries that built this region. Just as Ryan’s car needs constant monitoring and adjustments to stay competitive on the track, the energy sector depends on vigilant, proactive cybersecurity to stay resilient against modern threats.
From oil pipelines to electric grids, our team protects the systems that keep lights on and economies moving. Racing reminds us that in both arenas—split-second reactions, deep telemetry, and a relentless focus on operational integrity make the difference between success and failure.
Next stop: Saskatoon. And just like our customers in the gas and electric sectors, Ryan Vargas and the Critical Path team are ready to compete.
