Secure by Design

March 12, 2026 11:15 am - 12:30 pm
Importance of Embedding a Holistic Approach to Security and Resilience in the Design of Airport Infrastructure Sarah-Jane Prew Aviation Security Consultant /Arup UK

Secure by Design is about embedding security as a non-negotiable quality attribute throughout the entire lifecycle of critical infrastructure, making it inherently more robust, resistant to attack, and capable of recovering quickly from inevitable disruptions. From Threat Modeling and Risk Assessment to Secure Supply Chain, it’s making security a foundational characteristic from the initial concept and design phase, through development, deployment, operation, and eventual decommissioning.