ICS/SCADA Cybersecurity Course Overview

To successfully undertake the ICS/SCADA Cybersecurity course, it is recommended that participants have the following minimum required knowledge:

• Basic understanding of networking concepts, including the OSI model and TCP/IP protocols.
• Familiarity with information technology and cybersecurity principles.
• Awareness of industrial control systems (ICS) and supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA) environments is beneficial, but not mandatory.
• Knowledge of general IT and OT (Operational Technology) security practices.
• Ability to understand and interpret technical documentation such as internet RFCs (Request for Comments) and standards.
• An understanding of the hacking process and methodologies is helpful but can be acquired during the course.
• If participants are new to vulnerability management, a willingness to learn about system vulnerabilities and how they are managed is essential.

While the above prerequisites are recommended, Koenig Solutions is committed to providing comprehensive training that accommodates participants with varying levels of expertise. Our expert instructors are skilled at delivering content that ensures all students, regardless of their starting point, can grasp the fundamentals and advance their knowledge in ICS/SCADA cybersecurity.

Target Audience for ICS/SCADA Cybersecurity

The ICS/SCADA Cybersecurity course equips professionals to defend critical infrastructure against cyber threats.

• IT Security Professionals and Analysts
• Industrial Control Systems Engineers
• SCADA Systems Engineers
• Cybersecurity Consultants specializing in ICS/SCADA
• Network Security Administrators
• Infrastructure Protection Analysts
• Risk Management Professionals
• Compliance Officers dealing with cybersecurity standards
• Government and Defense Personnel responsible for critical infrastructure security
• Incident Responders and Forensic Analysts
• Operational Technology (OT) Professionals
• Electrical Engineers with a focus on industrial control systems
• Research and Development Personnel in the field of industrial cybersecurity
• Corporate Security Officers overseeing physical and cybersecurity convergence
• Systems Integrators who implement security solutions in industrial environments

Learning Objectives - What you will Learn in this ICS/SCADA Cybersecurity?

Introduction to the ICS/SCADA Cybersecurity Course Learning Outcomes:

This course equips learners with the fundamentals of ICS/SCADA cybersecurity, focusing on defense mechanisms, TCP/IP protocols, hacking methodologies, vulnerability management, compliance standards, and securing industrial control systems.

Learning Objectives and Outcomes:

• Understand the differences between IT and ICS/SCADA security models, and their implications for network defense.
• Gain a foundational knowledge of TCP/IP protocol architecture and its role in ICS/SCADA networks.
• Learn about ICS-specific protocols and how they interact within TCP/IP networks.
• Acquire the ability to conduct intelligence gathering and vulnerability identification tailored to ICS/SCADA systems.
• Develop skills in vulnerability assessment, including interpreting advisories, using CVE databases, and understanding the lifecycle of vulnerabilities.
• Navigate the landscape of cybersecurity standards and regulations relevant to ICS/SCADA such as ISO 27001, NERC CIP, and NIST SP 800-82.
• Implement strategies for securing ICS networks, including policy establishment, vulnerability management, and mitigating risks associated with legacy machines.
• Evaluate the risks and benefits of bridging the air gap in ICS environments, and understand the technologies involved such as data diodes and next-generation firewalls.
• Understand the role and limitations of Intrusion Detection Systems (IDS) and Intrusion Prevention Systems (IPS) in monitoring and protecting ICS networks.
• Gain practical insights into the challenges of vulnerability management specific to ICS/SCADA environments and how to effectively address them.