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Leadership In OT Resilience
The rise of artificial intelligence (AI) tech, tools and processes inside operational technology (OT) environments is not a distant threat, it is already reshaping the critical systems we rely on every day. From power grids to transit systems, manufacturing floors to water treatment plants, AI is being embedded in systems often without full visibility, governance, or security controls.
We are uniquely positioned to lead Max Ai as a first-mover in OT AI readiness and become the go-to partner for secure, scalable AI in critical infrastructure.
Daniel Lizana
Chief Operating Officer
Omid Asgari
OT Advisor
Dr. Atif F. Mohammad PhD
AI Advisor
Michael A. Echols
Founder and CEO, Max Ai LLC
🔹 Dedicated Leader in OT Cybersecurity & AI Governance
Michael A. Echols is a nationally recognized leader in cybersecurity strategy, operational technology (OT) resilience, and public-private sector collaboration. As the founder and CEO of Max AI, he leads the development of a first-of-its-kind platform that helps critical infrastructure organizations assess and improve their AI readiness and cyber resilience.
🔹 Proven Leadership & Policy Impact
– Former Director, Cyber Joint Program Management Office – U.S. Department of Homeland Security
– Former Director, National Communications System
– Manager, President’s National Security Telecommunications Advisory Committee (NSTAC)
– Chair, Global Network Security Information Exchange (NSIE)
🔹 Industry Recognition
– Featured on RoadTrip Nation for national leadership in cybersecurity
– Frequent keynote speaker on AI, critical infrastructure, and public-private security strategy
– Advisory Board Member, University of Maryland Smith School of Business
🔹 Cyber-Operational Track Record
As CEO of Max Cybersecurity, Michael has overseen OT risk assessments, threat modeling, and resilience programs across major transit systems, energy utilities, and federal agencies. His work bridges regulatory mandates with field execution to deliver real-world impact.
🔹 Michael Echols is the Right Resilience Partner
Michael brings the rare combination of:
– Deep OT/ICS expertise
– National policy influence
– Executive leadership experience
– Trusted industry network
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