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Jean-Michel Charette

Overview of thesis

The integration of Industry 4.0 (I4.0) and anticipated Industry 5.0 (I5.0) in Critical Infrastructure (CI) introduces significant cybersecurity vulnerabilities due to the combination of legacy systems and new technologies, as evidenced by recent cyber-attacks. This heightened risk, especially in vital sectors such as water, energy, finance, and internet services, underscores the urgent need for improved security measures. Digital Forensics (DF), essential for investigating cyber incidents, faces challenges in adapting to diverse technologies like SCADA, IoT, and cloud solutions, resulting in complexities during investigations. CI operators adopting rapidly evolving technologies further complicate DF efforts in scrutinising critical equipment management. Existing research predominantly focuses on technical aspects specific to CI, revealing gaps in addressing broader implications of I4.0 and anticipated I5.0 integration and emerging technologies. This thesis aims to identify enhancements required by DF frameworks/processes to effectively address OT/CI challenges in the I4.0 and I5.0 era, essential for advancing resilience against cyber-threats and shaping future digital forensic practices in Australia's CI landscape.

The research design adopts a constructivist philosophical worldview, enabling a nuanced understanding of the evolving landscape shaped by Industry 4.0 (I4.0) and anticipated Industry 5.0 (I5.0). This qualitative methodology facilitates the exploration of cybersecurity challenges through open-ended inquiries with stakeholders, ensuring flexibility in data collection on Digital Forensics Frameworks (DFFs). Using inductive reasoning, the study begins with a literature review focused on I4.0 and I5.0-relevant DF frameworks, followed by industry validation via surveys and interviews. This combined approach not only ensures data relevance but also lays a robust foundation for informed discussions and recommendations crucial for subsequent PhD research.

Qualifications

  • Bachelors’ degree in Computer Science, University of Quebec in Montreal (UQAM), Quebec, Canada – 2000
  • Master’s degree in Cybersecurity, Edith Cowan University, Australia - 2022

Research

Research Interests

  • Digital Forensics
  • Operational Technology
  • Ethical Hacking
  • Artificial Intelligence

Other work

  • 2020 – Present: Head of Energy Transition, Utilities and Natural Resources at Capgemini Invent

Scholarships and Awards

  • 2022 Edith Cowan University Executive Dean’s List Award.

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Jean-Michel Charette
PhD Student
School of Science
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