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Process Control Cyber Security 3rd – 7th March 2025 (Weekdays)

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This course typically focuses on securing Industrial Control Systems (ICS) and Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) systems that manage and monitor industrial processes. The course  is designed to provide a comprehensive understanding of cybersecurity practices tailored for industrial and process control systems, equipping students with both theoretical knowledge and practical skills.

 

Course Objectives

1. Understand Process Control Systems: Gain a foundational understanding of ICS, SCADA, Distributed Control Systems (DCS), and other process control systems used in industries like manufacturing, energy, and water treatment.

2. Identify Cyber Threats: Learn to recognize cyber threats and vulnerabilities that specifically target process control environments, including malware, ransomware, and Advanced Persistent Threats (APTs).

3. Apply Cybersecurity Principles: Apply cybersecurity frameworks, such as the NIST Cybersecurity Framework, to process control systems, focusing on protection, detection, and response strategies.

4. Implement Security Controls: Understand and implement network security controls, such as firewalls, intrusion detection systems (IDS), and virtual private networks (VPNs) for secure ICS and SCADA networks.

5. Conduct Risk Assessments: Learn to perform risk assessments and vulnerability assessments specific to process control systems, identifying risks and prioritizing mitigation measures.

6. Incident Response: Develop strategies for incident response and recovery in case of a cyberattack, with an emphasis on maintaining safety, reliability, and availability of process control systems.

7. Hands-on Practice: Engage in practical, hands-on exercises using simulated or real industrial control systems to apply knowledge of cybersecurity controls and best practices.

 

Course Contents

1. Introduction to Process Control Systems

Overview of ICS, SCADA, DCS, and PLCs (Programmable Logic Controllers)

Typical architectures of process control networks

Role of ICS in critical infrastructure industries (e.g., energy, manufacturing, water)

 

2. Cybersecurity Basics for ICS

Differences between IT and OT (Operational Technology) security

Common threats and vulnerabilities in ICS environments

Cybersecurity principles applied to process control (CIA triad: Confidentiality, Integrity, Availability)

 

3. Industrial Networking and Protocols

Overview of common industrial protocols (e.g., Modbus, DNP3, OPC, IEC 60870)

Network architecture and segmentation for ICS networks

Importance of network zoning (e.g., DMZ, firewalls)

 

4. Threat Landscape for Process Control Systems

Types of cyber threats targeting process control (e.g., malware, ransomware, phishing)

Case studies of notable ICS cyber incidents (e.g., Stuxnet, Triton, Colonial Pipeline)

Insider threats and supply chain vulnerabilities

 

5. Risk Management and Vulnerability Assessment

Conducting risk assessments for process control environments

Vulnerability scanning tools and techniques specific to ICS

Risk mitigation strategies (e.g., patch management, system hardening)

 

6. Secure Network Architecture

Designing a secure architecture for ICS networks

Best practices for network segmentation and segmentation gateways

Use of Virtual Private Networks (VPNs) and secure remote access solutions

 

7. Access Control and Identity Management

Role-based access control (RBAC) for ICS

Secure authentication mechanisms (e.g., multi-factor authentication)

Identity management challenges in industrial environments

 

8. Monitoring and Incident Detection

Setting up and using intrusion detection systems (IDS) for ICS

Continuous monitoring and logging for anomaly detection.

Threat intelligence and SIEM (Security Information and Event Management) integration

 

9. Incident Response and Recovery

Incident response planning for ICS/SCADA

Forensic analysis of cyber incidents in process control

Strategies for business continuity and disaster recovery

 

10. Regulatory Compliance and Standards

Overview of standards and regulations for ICS cybersecurity (e.g., NERC CIP, ISA/IEC 62443, NIST SP 800-82)

Compliance requirements and audits for critical infrastructure

Best practices for aligning with industry standards

 

11. Emerging Technologies and Trends

Use of AI and machine learning for ICS cybersecurity

Securing Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) devices

Future trends in process control cybersecurity (e.g., Zero Trust, OT/IT convergence)

 

12. Practical Labs and Case Studies

Hands-on lab exercises with simulated ICS/SCADA systems

Case study analysis of real-world ICS cybersecurity incidents

Capstone project: Developing a cybersecurity plan for a process control system

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Duration 10 hours
Video 9 hours
Level Advanced

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