OT/ICS Certified Security Professional Prep

Overview

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This course provides an in-depth exploration of Operational Technologies Security, focusing on the critical aspects of securing Industrial Control Systems (ICS) and Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) systems. Participants will learn to identify key components and functions of these systems, analyze common vulnerabilities, and evaluate the impact of cyber attacks on critical infrastructure. The course will also cover conducting risk assessments, integrating security solutions, and applying best practices to enhance resilience against cyber threats. Through practical exercises and case studies, learners will develop strategies to defend against both internal and external attackers, monitor and respond to security incidents, and design comprehensive security plans for critical infrastructure automation systems. By the end of the course, participants will be equipped with the knowledge and skills necessary to recommend improvements and enhance the security posture of operational technologies.

Syllabus

ICS & SCADA Overview

Start with the building blocks of operational technology: learn how ICS and SCADA systems are structured, how components interact, and why their design shapes security decisions. This module grounds learners in real-world control-system topologies and use cases drawn from power, water, and manufacturing environments to show how attacks propagate from field devices to control centers.

ICS security governance

Translate system knowledge into evaluative skills: learn structured approaches to assess risk, audit existing protocols, and determine where OT environments are most exposed. Through realistic scenarios and protocol comparisons, learners will practice identifying gaps that materially affect resilience and safety.

Pentesting ICS

Move from analysis to action with hands-on guidance for hardening networks and devices: apply industry best practices, deploy controls that preserve data integrity and availability, and craft defender-centric strategies against insider and external threats. This module emphasizes practical controls that are deployable in live OT environments with minimal disruption.

ICS security controls

Bring together detection, response, and strategy: learners will build monitoring and incident-response workflows, justify remediation priorities, and design a comprehensive security plan for automation systems. The module culminates in strategic recommendations and a capstone-style practical project that synthesizes technical and managerial decisions for critical infrastructure security.