Introduction to Cybersecurity for industrial automation (IC-CYBERSEC)
The Introduction to Cybersecurity for industrial automation (IC-CYBERSEC) course by Siemens equips automation engineers, consultants, and solution architects with strategies to secure industrial plants against rising cyber threats. Participants learn to assess vulnerabilities, implement network segmentation, system hardening, and intrusion detection, addressing the urgent industry need—68% of industrial organizations report increased OT security incidents, according to Siemens' 2023 security report.
This course prepares learners for the Siemens Industrial Security certification, enhancing career pathways in critical infrastructure protection. Koenig Solutions offers official vendor-authorized courseware and 30-day lab access, ensuring hands-on mastery. Graduates gain the expertise to build resilient automation systems in an evolving threat landscape.
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Course Overview
The Introduction to Cybersecurity for industrial automation (IC-CYBERSEC) by Siemens is designed for Solution Architects, Consultants, and Automation Engineers tasked with securing industrial control systems. This course delivers foundational knowledge in industrial cybersecurity, covering protection goals, attack and defense strategies, vulnerability management, and compliance with industry standards. Participants learn a proven phased model to systematically assess and safeguard automation assets against evolving cyber threats. With cyberattacks on industrial systems rising by over 50% annually, organizations increasingly demand professionals trained in secure network design, access controls, and emergency response planning. The curriculum prepares learners to implement robust security measures across industrial plants, aligning with global best practices and Siemens' comprehensive security framework.
Participants gain hands-on experience using Siemens' TIA Portal and SINEC Security Guard within a virtual lab environment to configure and harden industrial automation systems. The course includes practical exercises in network segmentation, secure remote access, system hardening, security patching, and data backup and recovery procedures. Learners work directly with SIMATIC controllers and apply security wizards in TIA Portal to enforce access controls and protect PLC data. A key project involves building and testing a contingency plan to detect intrusions using intrusion detection systems and restore operations after a simulated breach. These labs simulate real-world OT environments, allowing engineers to apply security concepts in a risk-free setting that mirrors actual plant configurations.
While the Introduction to Cybersecurity for industrial automation (IC-CYBERSEC) does not lead to a formal certification exam, it provides foundational knowledge aligned with industry-recognized practices and prepares professionals for advanced Siemens security roles. Graduates are equipped to implement end-to-end security strategies in industrial networks, a skillset in high demand across critical infrastructure sectors. According to industry data, cybersecurity analysts at Siemens earn median total compensation of $113,000 annually, with experienced roles reaching up to $159,500. Koenig Solutions enhances this learning with Guaranteed-to-Run scheduling and access to official Siemens courseware, ensuring uninterrupted training. Completing this course positions engineers to lead cybersecurity initiatives in automation, driving career advancement into senior industrial security and OT protection roles.
Skills You'll Gain
Prerequisites
- Completion of ST-PRO1 or equivalent Siemens certification is the recommended baseline. Participants must possess a solid understanding of industrial networking protocols, specifically PROFINET and Industrial Ethernet, to grasp the communication security concepts in Introduction to Cybersecurity for industrial automation (IC-CYBERSEC).
- Practical experience with basic PLC programming concepts for S7-1200/1500 controllers is required. This proficiency is essential because Introduction to Cybersecurity for industrial automation (IC-CYBERSEC) involves hands-on security hardening of specific hardware modules, such as the S7-1500 CPU, within the TIA Portal environment.
What's Included in Your Training
Every enrollment comes packed with resources to maximise your learning and exam success
Exam Preparation Materials
Practice Test Questions (200+)
Certificate of Completion
Post-Training Support (30 days)
Session Recording Access
Free Rescheduling (7+ days notice)
Career Outcomes
of Introduction to Cybersecurity for industrial automation (IC-CYBERSEC) certified professionals report career advancement within 6 months
Salary Impact
Average salary increase reported after obtaining the Introduction to Cybersecurity for industrial automation (IC-CYBERSEC) certification
*Source: Glassdoor / LinkedIn 2025
Job Roles
- Industrial Cybersecurity Engineer
- OT Security Consultant
- Automation Security Specialist
- Solution Architect
- Control System Security Analyst
- Critical Infrastructure Protection Engineer
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