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ICS/SCADA Cybersecurity Certification Course Outline

Module 1: Introduction to ICS/SCADA Network Defence

LAB: Security Model

  • IT Security Model
  • ICS/SCADA Security Model

LAB: Allowing a Service

  • Security Posture
  • Risk Management in ICS/SCADA
  • Risk Assessment
  • Defining Types of Risk
  • Security Policy

Module 2: TCP/IP 101

  • Introduction and Overview
  • Introducing TCP/IP Networks
  • Internet RFCs and STDs
  • TCP/IP Protocol Architecture
  • Protocol Layering Concepts
  • TCP/IP Layering
  • Components of TCP/IP Networks
  • ICS/SCADA Protocols

Module 3: Introduction to Hacking

  • Review of the Hacking Process
  • Hacking Methodology
  • Intelligence Gathering
  • Foot printing
  • Scanning
  • Enumeration
  • Identify Vulnerabilities
  • Exploitation
  • Covering Tracks

LAB: Hacking ICS/SCADA Networks Protocols

  • How ICS/SCADA Are Targeted?
  • Study of ICS/SCADA Attacks
  • ICS/SCADA as a High-Value Target
  • Attack Methodologies In ICS

Module 4: Vulnerability Management

  • Challenges of Vulnerability Assessment
  • System Vulnerabilities
  • Desktop Vulnerabilities
  • ICS/SCADA Vulnerabilities
  • Interpreting Advisory Notices
  • CVE
  • ICS/SCADA Vulnerability Sites
  • Life Cycle of a Vulnerability and Exploit
  • Challenges of Zero-Day Vulnerability
  • Exploitation of a Vulnerability
  • Vulnerability Scanners
  • ICS/SCADA Vulnerability Uniqueness
  • Challenges of Vulnerability Management Within ICS/SCADA

LAB: Vulnerability Assessment

  • Prioritising Vulnerabilities
  • CVSS
  • OVAL

Module 5: Standards and Regulations for Cybersecurity

  • ISO 27001
  • ICS/SCADA
  • NERC CIP
  • CFATS
  • ISA99
  • IEC 62443
  • NIST SP 800-82

Module 6: Securing the ICS Network

  • Physical Security
  • Establishing Policy – ISO Roadmap
  • Securing the Protocols Unique to the ICS
  • Performing a Vulnerability Assessment
  • Selecting and Applying Controls to Mitigate Risk
  • Monitoring
  • Mitigating the Risk of Legacy Machines

Module 7: Bridging the Air Gap

  • Do You Really Want to Do This?
  • Advantages and Disadvantages
  • Guard
  • Data Diode
  • Next Generation Firewalls

Module 8: Introduction to Intrusion Detection Systems (IDS) and Intrusion Prevention Systems (IPS)

  • What IDS Can and Cannot Do
  • Types IDS
  • Network
  • Host
  • Network Node
  • Advantages of IDS
  • Limitations of IDS
  • Stealth the IDS
  • Detecting Intrusions

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Who should attend this ICS/SCADA Cybersecurity Certification Course?

This ICS/SCADA Certification Course is ideal for a wide range of professionals who are involved in, affected by, or interested in the security of critical infrastructure and industrial environments. Professionals who will benefit from this ICS/SCADA Cybersecurity Certification Course include:

  • ICS/SCADA Engineers
  • Control Systems Engineers
  • Network Security Engineers
  • Cybersecurity Analysts
  • Industrial Automation Engineers
  • Risk Management Professionals
  • Operations Technology (OT) Security Specialists

Prerequisites of the ICS/SCADA Cybersecurity Certification Course

There are no formal prerequisites for attending this ICS/SCADA Certification Course. However, an understanding of networking and security concepts, and Linux operating system fundamentals is highly recommended.

ICS/SCADA Cybersecurity Certification Course Overview

ICS (Industrial Control Systems) and SCADA (Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition) systems are critical to industrial operations. As cyber threats grow more sophisticated, protecting these systems from cyberattacks has become essential. This course offers a comprehensive overview of ICS/SCADA Cybersecurity, ensuring participants are equipped to safeguard vital infrastructure against emerging threats.

Proficiency in ICS/SCADA Cybersecurity is crucial for professionals working in industrial sectors, IT security roles, and system administration. With the increasing frequency of cyberattacks targeting industrial systems, mastering these skills is essential for protecting sensitive data and ensuring operational continuity. This course is designed for cybersecurity professionals, engineers, and IT managers seeking to enhance their expertise in securing industrial control environments.

This intensive 3-day training provides delegates with hands-on knowledge and practical skills necessary to defend ICS/SCADA systems. Participants will gain insights into threat detection, risk assessment, and implementing effective security measures. The course is tailored to offer actionable strategies for mitigating vulnerabilities and improving overall system resilience against cyber threats.

Course Objectives

  • To understand the fundamentals of ICS/SCADA systems and their vulnerabilities
  • To identify common cyber threats and attack vectors in industrial environments
  • To learn methods for assessing and managing cybersecurity risks
  • To apply best practices for securing ICS/SCADA infrastructure
  • To develop skills in incident response and recovery planning
  • To explore tools and technologies used for ICS/SCADA Cybersecurity

After completing this course, delegates will receive a certification recognising their proficiency in securing industrial control systems and enhancing their professional credentials in the cybersecurity field.

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What's included in this ICS/SCADA Cybersecurity Certification Course?

  • World-Class Training Sessions from Experienced Instructors 
  • ICS/SCADA Cybersecurity Certificate 
  • Digital Delegate Pack

ICS/SCADA Cybersecurity Certification Exam Information:

The ICS/SCADA Cybersecurity exam evaluates a candidate proficiency in ICS/SCADA cybersecurity techniques and principles. The exam format is as follows:

  • Type of Questions: Multiple Choice
  • Total Questions: 75
  • Duration: 2 Hours

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