A tailored course, built for your situation
Compliance-Ready OT Security for Industrial Operations
Implementation-grade mastery for compliance officers in industrial sectors
$199 one-time
24-hour access provisioning
30-day money-back guarantee
Hand-built implementation playbook
12 modules. 12 chapters per module. 144 chapters total.
12 modules, each with 12 chapters (144 chapters total), text-based, plus downloadable templates and a hand-built implementation playbook delivered alongside course access.
Navigating OT environments without a structured compliance framework creates inefficiencies and missed leadership opportunities
The situation this course is for
Compliance officers in industrial operations often face complex OT systems without clear, actionable frameworks. The lack of integration between compliance requirements and technical implementation leads to reactive audits, extended review cycles, and limited influence on engineering decisions. This undermines both security posture and professional impact.
Who this is for
Compliance officers and risk professionals in industrial sectors (energy, manufacturing, utilities) who need to confidently engage with OT teams, lead audits, and implement compliance-aligned security controls within operational environments.
Who this is not for
This course is not for IT security generalists without OT exposure, frontline engineers focused solely on maintenance, or executives seeking high-level overviews without implementation detail.
What you walk away with
- Map compliance requirements directly to OT system configurations
- Lead cross-functional alignment between compliance, IT, and OT teams
- Build audit-ready documentation using standardized templates
- Implement risk-based control frameworks tailored to industrial environments
- Anticipate and resolve compliance gaps before audits or inspections
The 12 modules (with all 144 chapters)
Module 1. Foundations of OT Compliance
Establish core principles connecting compliance objectives with OT operations
12 chapters in this module
- Defining OT compliance scope
- Key regulatory drivers in industrial sectors
- Compliance lifecycle in OT environments
- Role of the compliance officer in OT
- Risk frameworks applicable to OT
- Aligning standards with operations
- Compliance maturity models
- Stakeholder mapping for OT projects
- Documentation fundamentals
- Audit preparation basics
- Change management in OT
- Compliance communication strategies
Module 2. Industrial Control Systems Overview
Understand the architecture and components central to OT environments
12 chapters in this module
- PLC, DCS, SCADA systems explained
- Network topologies in industrial settings
- Field devices and sensors
- Human-machine interfaces (HMIs)
- OT protocol fundamentals
- System integration patterns
- Legacy system challenges
- Vendor ecosystem dynamics
- Asset inventory methods
- System boundary definition
- Data flow mapping
- Operational constraints overview
Module 3. Regulatory Alignment Framework
Map major compliance standards to OT control points
12 chapters in this module
- NIST SP 800-82 alignment
- IEC 62443 application
- CISA guidelines integration
- ISO 27001 in OT contexts
- NERC CIP requirements breakdown
- GDPR implications for OT data
- CCPA and industrial data handling
- Sector-specific mandates overview
- Cross-standard harmonization
- Control overlap analysis
- Gap assessment techniques
- Compliance roadmap development
Module 4. Risk Assessment in OT
Apply structured risk methodologies to industrial environments
12 chapters in this module
- Threat modeling for OT systems
- Vulnerability identification techniques
- Consequence-based risk scoring
- Likelihood assessment in operational settings
- Bowtie analysis for OT risks
- Failure mode effects analysis (FMEA)
- Layer of protection analysis (LOPA)
- Cyber-physical risk interactions
- Third-party risk in OT supply chains
- Risk register construction
- Risk treatment planning
- Residual risk communication
Module 5. Access and Identity Management
Secure user and system access in OT environments
12 chapters in this module
- Principle of least privilege in OT
- Role-based access control design
- Privileged account management
- Multi-factor authentication feasibility
- Session monitoring approaches
- Remote access governance
- Vendor access controls
- Identity lifecycle management
- Active Directory integration challenges
- Authentication logging
- Break-glass procedures
- Access review cycles
Module 6. Network Security Controls
Design secure network architectures for industrial systems
12 chapters in this module
- Network segmentation strategies
- Demilitarized zone (DMZ) design
- Firewall rule management
- Intrusion detection in OT
- Anomaly detection systems
- Secure remote connectivity
- Wireless network security
- Network access control (NAC)
- Traffic monitoring techniques
- Encrypted communications deployment
- Network baseline creation
- Change impact analysis
Module 7. Asset and Configuration Management
Maintain accurate inventory and secure configurations
12 chapters in this module
- OT asset discovery methods
- Hardware and software inventory
- Configuration baselines
- Change approval workflows
- Patch management strategies
- Firmware update governance
- Configuration drift detection
- Golden image management
- Bill of materials (BOM) tracking
- End-of-life system planning
- Vendor support verification
- Asset lifecycle documentation
Module 8. Incident Response and Recovery
Prepare for and respond to OT security events
12 chapters in this module
- Incident response team structure
- Detection and analysis procedures
- Containment strategies for OT
- Eradication without disruption
- Recovery validation steps
- Forensic readiness in OT
- Communication protocols during incidents
- Regulatory reporting obligations
- Post-incident review process
- Business continuity integration
- Disaster recovery testing
- Lessons learned documentation
Module 9. Third-Party and Supply Chain Risk
Manage compliance risks from vendors and partners
12 chapters in this module
- Vendor due diligence process
- Contractual security requirements
- Third-party audit rights
- Supply chain transparency
- Component provenance tracking
- Software bill of materials (SBOM)
- Remote monitoring agreements
- Service level agreement alignment
- Vendor incident response coordination
- Onboarding and offboarding controls
- Ongoing monitoring techniques
- Exit strategy planning
Module 10. Audit and Assurance Processes
Lead and prepare for internal and external audits
12 chapters in this module
- Audit planning and scoping
- Evidence collection methods
- Control testing procedures
- Interview techniques for OT staff
- Finding classification systems
- Remediation tracking
- Management response drafting
- External auditor coordination
- Regulatory submission preparation
- Audit trail maintenance
- Continuous monitoring integration
- Audit efficiency optimization
Module 11. Compliance Automation and Tools
Leverage technology to streamline compliance workflows
12 chapters in this module
- GRC platform selection
- Automated evidence collection
- Control monitoring dashboards
- Policy management systems
- Ticketing integration
- Workflow automation design
- API-based data aggregation
- Compliance reporting tools
- Continuous control monitoring
- Tool interoperability
- Vendor evaluation criteria
- Implementation success factors
Module 12. Sustaining Compliance Excellence
Maintain and evolve compliance programs over time
12 chapters in this module
- Compliance culture development
- Training and awareness programs
- Leadership engagement strategies
- Performance metric selection
- Key performance indicator tracking
- Compliance maturity assessment
- Regulatory horizon scanning
- Change adaptation planning
- Lessons learned integration
- Cross-organizational alignment
- Resource optimization
- Succession planning for compliance roles
How this maps to your situation
- Preparing for a major compliance audit
- Leading a cross-functional OT security initiative
- Responding to increased regulatory scrutiny
- Transitioning from IT to OT compliance responsibilities
Before vs. after
Before
Uncertainty in translating compliance mandates into OT environments, leading to reactive responses and limited influence.
After
Confidence in designing, implementing, and verifying compliance-aligned controls across industrial operations, positioning you as a key leader in secure operations.
What's included with your purchase
- 12 modules with 12 chapters each (144 chapters)
- Downloadable templates and worked examples for every module
- Hand-built implementation playbook delivered alongside course access
- 30-day money-back guarantee
Delivery and format
- Course and learning environment access provisioned within 24 hours of purchase
- Hand-built implementation playbook delivered alongside course access
Format: Text-based modules and chapters in the Art of Service learning environment, plus downloadable templates and worked examples for every chapter, plus the hand-built implementation playbook delivered alongside course access.
Time investment: Approximately 45, 60 minutes per module, designed for consistent progress with real-world application.
If nothing changes
Without structured knowledge, compliance officers risk remaining excluded from critical OT decisions, leading to repeated audit findings, inefficient remediation, and diminished strategic influence.
How this compares to the alternatives
Unlike generic cybersecurity courses, this program focuses exclusively on the intersection of compliance and OT systems, offering implementation-grade detail not found in vendor certifications or high-level policy guides.
Frequently asked
Who is this course designed for?
Compliance officers and risk professionals working in industrial sectors who need to apply compliance frameworks directly to OT environments.
How is the course structured?
12 modules, each containing 12 chapters (144 chapters total).
Is technical OT knowledge required?
No, concepts are explained clearly, but the course is designed to build practical expertise for compliance professionals engaging with technical teams.
$199 one-time. Approximately 45, 60 minutes per module, designed for consistent progress with real-world application..
Within 24 hours your account in the learning environment is provisioned and the tailored implementation playbook is delivered alongside it.
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