Spain’s utilities sector underpins essential services such as water management, energy distribution, and public infrastructure. These environments combine legacy systems, critical operational technology, public sector governance, and increasing digital exposure. Cybersecurity leaders in utilities must balance resilience, regulatory compliance, and modernization while protecting services that communities rely on every day. The following executives stand out for their leadership in securing Spain’s utility and infrastructure organizations.
Abel Joel Agelet — Chief Information Officer and Chief Information Security Officer, Director of Information Technologies and Digital Transformation, Aigües de Manresa, S.A.
Abel Joel Agelet brings more than seventeen years of executive technology leadership as a CIO within large public and private organizations. At Aigües de Manresa, responsibilities include defining and executing the IT and digital transformation strategy while overseeing information security, governance, and regulatory compliance. Experience spans large-scale operations, complex public-sector projects, ENS and NIS2 alignment, and long-term modernization initiatives. Membership in the executive committee reinforces the strategic role of cybersecurity and digital transformation in delivering reliable public services.
Daniel Macho González — Deputy Chief Technology Officer and Chief Information Security Officer, Emalsa
Daniel Macho González combines technology and security leadership at Emalsa, overseeing both infrastructure strategy and cybersecurity operations. With more than a decade of experience across cybersecurity and system development, the focus is on protecting digital assets, strengthening data center operations, and supporting business continuity. The role emphasizes innovation, operational efficiency, and resilience in an environment where service availability and infrastructure reliability are critical.
Albert Mateu Pozuelo — Chief Information Security Officer, Institut de Diagnòstic per la Imatge
Albert Mateu Pozuelo brings deep technical and sector expertise from healthcare diagnostics environments that intersect with public infrastructure and utility services. Experience includes designing, integrating, and securing complex information systems supporting radiology, nuclear medicine, telediagnosis, and large-scale medical imaging platforms. Leadership spans open-source PACS deployments, secure data integration, system virtualization, and long-term platform sustainability. This background supports robust security and continuity in mission-critical diagnostic services.
Pablo Marín Illescas — Chief Information Security Officer, CLECE, S.A.
Pablo Marín Illescas has more than twenty years of experience in the security sector, with responsibility for CISO functions since 2021. At CLECE, the role focuses on protecting diverse service operations, strengthening cybersecurity governance, and ensuring resilience across a broad portfolio of essential services. Long-term industry experience supports pragmatic risk management and operational security in complex, multi-service environments.
Juan Manuel Iglesias — Chief Information Security Officer, Aguas de Lorca S.A.
Juan Manuel Iglesias leads information security at Aguas de Lorca, combining long-standing experience in information systems with dedicated CISO responsibilities. The role focuses on securing water utility operations, protecting information systems, and supporting continuity of service. This blend of operational IT knowledge and cybersecurity leadership is critical in safeguarding infrastructure that directly impacts public health and daily life.
Securing Critical Infrastructure and Essential Services
Utilities cybersecurity demands a balance between operational stability, regulatory compliance, and digital modernization. These leaders play a key role in protecting water systems, public services, and infrastructure platforms while enabling transformation and long-term resilience. Their work ensures that essential services remain secure, reliable, and trusted across Spain’s utilities landscape.