Patrick Thijssen is an experienced engineering professional with a background in chemical engineering and extensive expertise in automation and SCADA systems. Currently serving as a Discipline Engineer I/PB at Sitech Services BV since 2011, Patrick has led various migration and upgrade projects, focusing on the implementation of cyber security concepts. Prior to this role, Patrick worked at Yokogawa from 1998 to 2010, where responsibilities included serving as a Subject Matter Expert for SCADA systems, providing consultancy, and supporting sales and training efforts, as well as involvement in the design and implementation of SCADA systems in the oil and gas industry. Patrick holds a degree in Chemical Engineering from Saxion University of Applied Sciences and completed VWO education at RSG Lochem.