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Fundamentals of OT Cybersecurity Training

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Introduces Operational Technology (OT) security, focusing on protecting industrial control systems (ICS) and SCADA environments. Explains threat landscapes, network segmentation, and compliance standards for critical infrastructure.

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What is Fundamentals of OT Cybersecurity Training about?

Operational Technology (OT) systems are at the heart of industrial operations, from manufacturing and utilities to transportation and energy. With the rise of digitization, these systems face increasing cybersecurity threats. This course introduces learners to the foundations of OT cybersecurity, covering threat landscapes, industrial control systems (ICS), standards, and defense strategies. Participants will gain practical insights into securing OT networks, aligning with IT security practices, and ensuring business continuity in critical infrastructure. 

What are the objectives of Fundamentals of OT Cybersecurity Training ?

  • Understand the fundamentals of OT and its role in industrial systems. 
  • Identify cybersecurity risks specific to OT and ICS environments. 
  • Learn standards and frameworks such as NIST, ISA/IEC 62443. 
  • Explore OT network security, segmentation, and incident response. 
  • Apply best practices to enhance resilience of critical infrastructure.

Who is Fundamentals of OT Cybersecurity Training for?

  • OT and IT Security Professionals. 
  • Industrial Control System (ICS) Engineers. 
  • Risk and Compliance Managers in critical industries. 
  • Plant Managers and Operations Staff. 
  • Students or professionals interested in cybersecurity for industrial systems.

What are the prerequisites for Fundamentals of OT Cybersecurity Training?

Prerequisites:  

  • Basic understanding of IT or networking concepts. 
  • Familiarity with cybersecurity fundamentals. 
  • Awareness of industrial or manufacturing operations (helpful). 
  • Problem-solving and analytical skills. 
  • Interest in securing industrial and critical infrastructure. 

Learning Path: 

  • Introduction to OT and Cybersecurity Fundamentals 
  • Industrial Control Systems (ICS) and Threat Landscape 
  • Standards, Frameworks, and Compliance (e.g., ISA/IEC 62443, NIST) 
  • OT Network Security: Segmentation, Monitoring, and Incident Response 
  • Building Resilience: Best Practices and Case Studies in OT Cybersecurity 

Related Courses: 

  • Industrial Control Systems (ICS) Security Fundamentals 
  • Critical Infrastructure Protection 
  • IT & OT Convergence in Cybersecurity 
  • Incident Response and Threat Hunting for OT Systems.

Available Training Modes

Live Online Training

2 Days

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  • Introduction
  • Welcome Message!
  • Use case 1 - Water tank storage
  • Explaining the use case components
  • Explaining the use case requirements
  • What can be automated?
  • Active / Passive Components
  • Larger Scale
  • Connection of Active components
  • Data representation and conversion
  • Data conversion with example
  • Input / Output
  • Field Devices types
  • Note to avoid confusion
  • The Control Logic
  • The Control Logic actions
  • Control Logic Cycle
  • Operation and Safety Considerations
  • Monitoring & Writing values
  • Maintenance
  • Maintenance - Answer to previous question
  • Safety Instrumented System (SIS)
  • SIS implementation
  • Data Historian
  • Quick Summary
  • Use Case - Product Manufacturer
  • Production Phases
  • Discrete vs Process Manufacturing
  • Answer to question
  • Answer to question
  • Intro to DCS
  • Plant / Control
  • Distributed Control Systems
  • DCS Controllers
  • DCS Controller Programming Languages
  • DCS Summary
  • Operator station (HMI)
  • DCS Layout - Eng WS
  • What is SCADA?
  • SCADA main components
  • SCADA Server (MTU)
  • Programmable Logic Controller (PLC)
  • Remote Terminal Unit (RTU)
  • Programmable Automation Controller (PAC)
  • Intelligent Electronic Device (IED)
  • SCADA Alarms
  • SCADA Connections
  • Introduction
  • OT Terminology
  • Terms under Operational Technology
  • IT / OT GAP
  • IT Network design
  • OT - Level's
  • Purdue Reference Model
  • IT Within OT
  • Question?
  • IT vs OT Cybersecurity (quick comparison)
  • Air-gapped OT networks
  • IT vs OT
  • Introduction
  • Recap on Sensors and Signals
  • Read Value
  • Write Value
  • Operational Technology Protocols by Industry
  • Introduction to Modbus
  • Modbus Communication types
  • Modbus TCP Type
  • PLC Memory Addresses
  • PLC Memory Address types and values
  • Modbus Request Format
  • Modbus RTU and RTU over TCP Format
  • Modbus TCP vs RTU
  • Modbus TCP Segment
  • Modbus Application Protocol Header
  • Modbus Protocol Data Unit (PDU)
  • Modbus TCP Request
  • Decoding Modbus TCP Request
  • Modbus Function Codes
  • How to read the RFC (Modbus)
  • Modbus Simulator
  • Wireshark Analysis of Modbus
  • Connect HMI to Modbus simulator
  • Introduction
  • Why you need to understand OT?
  • Network Assists Discovery
  • Network Discovery (Agentless)
  • Network Discovery (Visual)
  • Endpoint Security
  • Identity and Access Management (IAM)
  • Intrusion Detection
  • NGFW and Intrusion Prevention
  • Network Access Control
  • Secure Remote Access
  • OT is insecure by design
  • OT Cybersecurity Compliance

Who is the instructor for this training?

The trainer for this Fundamentals of OT Cybersecurity Training has extensive experience in this domain, including years of experience training & mentoring professionals.

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