Course Outline

Module 1: Introduction to Industrial Cybersecurity

• Overview of industrial automation and control systems (IACS).
• Common cybersecurity threats and vulnerabilities in IACS.
• Key principles of cybersecurity in industrial environments.
• Case Study/Practical: Analyzing a cybersecurity breach in an industrial setting.

Module 2: Risk Assessment and Management

• Conducting a cybersecurity risk assessment for IACS.
• Identifying critical assets and potential threats.
• Developing and implementing risk management strategies.
• Case Study/Practical: Performing a risk assessment for a control system.

Module 3: Security Technologies and Solutions

• Firewalls, intrusion detection, and prevention systems.
• Secure network architecture for industrial systems.
• Encryption and authentication technologies.
• Case Study/Practical: Implementing security measures in a SCADA network.

Module 4: Regulatory Compliance and Standards

• Overview of cybersecurity standards (ISA/IEC 62443, NIST, etc.).
• Compliance requirements for industrial control systems.
• Developing a cybersecurity policy for manufacturing operations.
• Case Study/Practical: Ensuring compliance with cybersecurity regulations.

Module 5: Incident Response and Recovery

• Developing an incident response plan for cyber-attacks.
• Detecting, responding to, and recovering from cyber incidents.
• Post-incident analysis and continuous improvement.
• Case Study/Practical: Simulating a cybersecurity incident response.