Mastering IEC 62443: Industrial Cybersecurity Certification for Operational Technology Leaders
You’re not just managing systems anymore. You're defending critical infrastructure. Every day, your OT environment faces relentless threats-ransomware, insider risks, supply chain attacks-each capable of halting production, endangering lives, and triggering regulatory fallout. The pressure is real. The expectations? Higher than ever. And yet, most leaders are forced to navigate IEC 62443 with fragmented knowledge, outdated playbooks, and zero formal guidance. Mastering IEC 62443: Industrial Cybersecurity Certification for Operational Technology Leaders is your decisive solution. This is not theory. It's a battle-tested, implementation-ready blueprint that takes you from uncertain and overwhelmed to board-ready, compliant, and confidently in control. Within 30 days, you'll produce a complete, audit-grade IEC 62443 compliance roadmap-tailored to your organisation's risk profile, technology stack, and operational priorities. You’ll speak the language of auditors, insurers, and executives with authority, backed by documentation that stands up under scrutiny. Take it from Maria Tan, Lead OT Security Architect at a multinational energy firm: “After completing this course, I led my team through a successful Level 2 certification assessment with zero major non-conformities. Our external auditor said our evidence package was the most thorough they’d seen all year.” The difference isn’t luck. It’s structure. Clarity. And a proven methodology that turns standards into action. Here’s how this course is structured to help you get there.Course Format & Delivery Details Designed for busy OT leaders, this premium certification program is built for maximum impact and minimum friction-delivered entirely on-demand with full flexibility and lifetime access. Self-Paced Learning, Immediate Access
This is not a time-bound program. Enrol once, and gain full access to all materials with no fixed start or end dates. Begin today, continue tomorrow, or pause and resume-complete on your terms, from any location. Most learners finalise their compliance roadmap in under 30 days. Many report their first actionable risk assessment within 72 hours of starting. Lifetime Access & Future Updates Included
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You’re not alone. Throughout your journey, you’ll have access to structured guidance from certified industrial cybersecurity specialists. Clarify implementation steps, validate your compliance logic, and refine your documentation through guided prompts and template-based feedback mechanisms-all designed to accelerate your confidence and accuracy. Certificate of Completion Issued by The Art of Service
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You’ve tried other frameworks and found them too academic. Even if your team resists change. Even if you’re new to IEC 62443. Even if your budget is tight and the stakes are high-this course works. It’s structured around actual audit requirements, real implementation barriers, and role-specific outputs used every day by security leaders in energy, manufacturing, water, and transport sectors. From day one, you apply what you learn directly to your operational context. You don’t just understand the standard-you build compliance, one evidence-backed step at a time. This is industrial cybersecurity, decoded.
Module 1: Foundations of Industrial Cybersecurity and IEC 62443 - Difference between IT and OT security paradigms
- Historical evolution of industrial cyber threats
- Key incidents that drove IEC 62443 adoption
- Core principles of the IEC 62443 framework
- Understanding the multi-part structure of IEC 62443
- Relationship between IEC 62443 and other standards (ISO 27001, NIST CSF)
- Roles of asset owner, integrator, and product supplier
- Fundamental terminology: zones, conduits, defence in depth
- OT asset classification and criticality assessment
- Defining the scope of industrial control systems
- Common misconceptions about IEC 62443 compliance
- Global regulatory drivers for IEC 62443 adoption
- Industry-specific applicability: power, water, manufacturing, oil and gas
- Why ISO/IEC standards matter for cyber resilience
- Building a business case for industrial cybersecurity investment
Module 2: Understanding the IEC 62443 Series Structure - Overview of IEC 62443-1 (Terminology, Concepts)
- IEC 62443-2 (Roles, Policies, Procedures)
- IEC 62443-3 (System Requirements and Technical Guidance)
- IEC 62443-4 (Product Development Lifecycle)
- How the parts interact and depend on each other
- Selecting the right documents for your organisation
- Difference between organisational and technical standards
- Navigating revisions and amendments to the framework
- Mapping internal policies to IEC 62443 requirements
- Understanding compliance vs certification levels
- Using the standard as a continuous improvement tool
- Role of conformance, compliance, and certification
- Getting started: where to focus your first audit
- Tailoring the standard to small, medium, and large enterprises
- Engaging legal, procurement, and HR teams early
Module 3: Risk Assessment and System Design Principles - Conducting a systematic risk assessment for ICS environments
- Choosing between qualitative and quantitative methods
- Using threat modelling to identify attack vectors
- Asset identification and inventory techniques
- Defining critical assets and single points of failure
- Applying likelihood and impact scoring methods
- Developing risk matrices specifically for OT
- Balancing security with operational availability
- Role of Layered Protection Analysis (LOPA)
- Risk tolerance thresholds for safety-critical systems
- Linking risk to business continuity and insurance
- Creating risk register templates aligned with IEC 62443
- Documenting assumptions, limitations, and uncertainties
- Gaining stakeholder alignment on risk acceptance
- Maintaining and updating risk assessments over time
Module 4: Zones, Conduits, and Network Segmentation - What are zones and conduits in IEC 62443-3-2
- Principles of effective network segmentation
- Designing logical zones based on function and risk
- Identifying trusted and untrusted networks
- Defining security levels for each zone
- Using firewall and DMZ architectures for OT
- Integrating legacy systems into segmented designs
- Wireless network security considerations
- Remote access management and zone bridging
- Managing interconnections between OT and IT
- Securing vendor access through temporary conduits
- Traffic flow analysis and baseline definitions
- Monitoring for unauthorised zone transitions
- Creating zone and conduit diagrams for audits
- Reviewing and validating designs against IEC guidelines
Module 5: Security Levels and Target Requirements - Understanding Security Levels 0 to 4
- Determining appropriate SL for each zone
- Linking SL to risk assessment outcomes
- Differences between SL-C and SL-D
- Meeting SL-T requirements for personnel
- Mapping SL requirements to technical controls
- Evaluating vendor product SL claims
- Auditing for evidence of SL implementation
- Justifying SL choices to management and auditors
- Dynamic re-evaluation of SL after major changes
- Supply chain considerations for SL compliance
- Testing and verification methods for SL validation
- Documenting SL rationale in certification packages
- Handling organisation-wide SL inconsistencies
- Setting SL targets for new system rollouts
Module 6: Secure Product Development Lifecycle (IEC 62443-4-1) - Key stages of the secure development lifecycle
- Security requirements gathering for OT products
- Secure coding practices in embedded OT systems
- Secure update and patch management processes
- Design for defence: secure architecture principles
- Using threat models during product design
- Secure configuration default settings
- Risk-based vulnerability disclosure policies
- Security documentation for product manuals
- Security validation and testing procedures
- Evidence collection for SL-T certification
- Vendor alignment on SDL compliance
- Procurement clauses for SDL adherence
- Creating secure product development policies
- Training engineering teams on secure design
Module 7: System Security Requirements (IEC 62443-3-3) - Understanding SR 1 to SR 13 categories
- Access control policies for privileged accounts
- Authentication mechanisms: multi-factor and PKI
- Secure session management and timeouts
- Authorisation and role-based access control
- User account provisioning and deactivation
- Audit logging: what, where, and how long
- Secure time synchronisation (NTP hardening)
- Trusted computing and cryptographic services
- Malware prevention for Windows-based OT
- Data integrity and confidentiality requirements
- Secure remote maintenance access
- Device identification and authentication
- Resource utilisation and availability controls
- Security monitoring and alerting functions
Module 8: Organizational Security Policies and Procedures - Developing an Industrial Cybersecurity Management System
- Drafting executive-level policies with legal validity
- Roles and responsibilities for cybersecurity
- Incident response planning for OT environments
- Establishing a Cybersecurity Steering Committee
- Creating policies for personnel screening and training
- Handling third-party and contractor access
- Secure configuration baseline standards
- Change management processes for OT systems
- Backup and recovery policies for ICS
- Physical security requirements for control rooms
- Patch management coordination with operations
- Procurement and vendor security assessment
- Compliance monitoring and internal audit plans
- Policy review and update cycles
Module 9: Technical Controls and Hardening Strategies - Firewall rule optimisation for OT protocols
- Disabling unused ports and services
- Securing Modbus, DNP3, OPC DA/UA
- Application whitelisting for OT workstations
- Host intrusion prevention systems for Windows
- Network intrusion detection systems (NIDS) for OT
- Securing engineering workstations and HMIs
- Hardening PLCs and RTUs where possible
- Securing wireless ICS communications
- Implementing unidirectional gateways (data diodes)
- Using jump servers for secure access
- Securing asset management and CMMS systems
- Protecting IIoT sensors and edge devices
- Minimising attack surface through configuration
- Deploying secure remote access solutions
Module 10: Personnel and Training Programs - Defining cybersecurity roles: CISO, OT lead, system owner
- Security awareness training for operators and engineers
- Developing role-based training curricula
- Validating knowledge retention and comprehension
- Creating onboarding checklists for new hires
- Continuous education and update cycles
- Simulated phishing for OT staff (safe methods)
- Developing escalation paths for security events
- Measuring training effectiveness with KPIs
- Aligning training with incident response readiness
- Engaging leadership in security culture
- Encouraging reporting without fear of blame
- Integrating security into operational procedures
- Providing regular threat briefings
- Tracking compliance with training mandates
Module 11: Incident Detection, Response, and Recovery - Differences between IT and OT incident handling
- Building an OT-specific incident response plan
- Detection techniques without disrupting control
- Indicators of compromise in ICS environments
- Containment strategies for malware in OT
- Coordinating with IT, safety, and operations
- Communications protocol during incidents
- Engaging external incident response teams
- Forensic readiness in locked-down environments
- Recovery procedures that preserve functionality
- Post-incident root cause analysis
- Reporting to regulators and insurers
- Updating risk assessments after events
- Conducting tabletop exercises for OT teams
- Validating response plans through drills
Module 12: Supply Chain and Third-Party Risk Management - Assessing vendor cybersecurity posture
- Drafting IEC 62443-aligned procurement clauses
- Requiring SL documentation from suppliers
- Evaluating vendor product test reports
- Managing software bill of materials (SBOM)
- Handling third-party maintenance access
- Time-bound, monitored access for contractors
- Auditing vendor compliance with agreements
- Securing cloud-based OT monitoring tools
- Assessing integrator-aligned security designs
- Managing open-source components in ICS
- Tracking lifecycle support and EoL risks
- Enforcing right-to-audit provisions
- Creating supplier risk scoring models
- Building a preferred vendor security list
Module 13: Certification Process and Audit Preparation - Differences between self-assessment and formal certification
- Selecting an accredited certification body
- Understanding certification scope definition
- Preparing documentation for auditors
- Developing evidence collection templates
- Conducting internal pre-assessment audits
- Addressing non-conformities before audit
- Responding to auditor findings professionally
- Managing document version control
- Scheduling on-site audit activities
- Coordinating personnel for auditor interviews
- Demonstrating continuous improvement
- Negotiating closure of observations
- Receiving the certification decision
- Maintaining certification through surveillance
Module 14: Building Your Compliance Roadmap and Executive Proposal - Assessing current maturity against IEC 62443
- Developing a gap analysis report
- Prioritising corrective actions by risk and cost
- Creating a phased implementation timeline
- Estimating budget requirements and ROI
- Aligning cybersecurity with operational KPIs
- Drafting a board-ready executive proposal
- Incorporating insurance and risk transfer
- Setting measurable success criteria
- Integrating with existing management systems
- Reporting progress to executives quarterly
- Establishing cybersecurity governance metrics
- Securing long-term funding and buy-in
- Positioning compliance as a strategic advantage
- Leveraging certification for RFP responses
Module 15: Advanced Topics and Future-Proofing Your Program - IEC 62443 and Industry 4.0 integration
- Securing digital twins and AI in OT
- Authentication in distributed microgrids
- Zero trust models for industrial networks
- Quantum-safe cryptography readiness
- AI-assisted anomaly detection in OT logs
- Regulatory convergence: EU NIS2, CISA directives
- Building a cyber-physical resilience program
- Integrating OT security with ESG reporting
- Continuous compliance automation strategies
- Using APIs for real-time control monitoring
- Securing 5G and private wireless in factories
- Managing cyber risk in joint ventures
- Preparing for Level 3 and Level 4 certification
- Developing an innovation sandbox for security tech
Module 16: Certification and Next Steps - Finalising your certificate eligibility checklist
- Submitting your completion package
- Receiving your Certificate of Completion from The Art of Service
- Adding the credential to your LinkedIn profile
- Using the certificate in job applications and promotions
- Accessing alumni resources and updates
- Joining the community of certified practitioners
- Continued learning: advanced modules and specialisations
- Referring colleagues and earning legacy access
- Providing feedback to improve future editions
- Renewing knowledge every 18 months with updates
- Tracking your long-term impact with templates
- Setting goals for your next security initiative
- Transitioning from compliance to competitive advantage
- Leading with confidence as an OT cybersecurity authority
- Difference between IT and OT security paradigms
- Historical evolution of industrial cyber threats
- Key incidents that drove IEC 62443 adoption
- Core principles of the IEC 62443 framework
- Understanding the multi-part structure of IEC 62443
- Relationship between IEC 62443 and other standards (ISO 27001, NIST CSF)
- Roles of asset owner, integrator, and product supplier
- Fundamental terminology: zones, conduits, defence in depth
- OT asset classification and criticality assessment
- Defining the scope of industrial control systems
- Common misconceptions about IEC 62443 compliance
- Global regulatory drivers for IEC 62443 adoption
- Industry-specific applicability: power, water, manufacturing, oil and gas
- Why ISO/IEC standards matter for cyber resilience
- Building a business case for industrial cybersecurity investment
Module 2: Understanding the IEC 62443 Series Structure - Overview of IEC 62443-1 (Terminology, Concepts)
- IEC 62443-2 (Roles, Policies, Procedures)
- IEC 62443-3 (System Requirements and Technical Guidance)
- IEC 62443-4 (Product Development Lifecycle)
- How the parts interact and depend on each other
- Selecting the right documents for your organisation
- Difference between organisational and technical standards
- Navigating revisions and amendments to the framework
- Mapping internal policies to IEC 62443 requirements
- Understanding compliance vs certification levels
- Using the standard as a continuous improvement tool
- Role of conformance, compliance, and certification
- Getting started: where to focus your first audit
- Tailoring the standard to small, medium, and large enterprises
- Engaging legal, procurement, and HR teams early
Module 3: Risk Assessment and System Design Principles - Conducting a systematic risk assessment for ICS environments
- Choosing between qualitative and quantitative methods
- Using threat modelling to identify attack vectors
- Asset identification and inventory techniques
- Defining critical assets and single points of failure
- Applying likelihood and impact scoring methods
- Developing risk matrices specifically for OT
- Balancing security with operational availability
- Role of Layered Protection Analysis (LOPA)
- Risk tolerance thresholds for safety-critical systems
- Linking risk to business continuity and insurance
- Creating risk register templates aligned with IEC 62443
- Documenting assumptions, limitations, and uncertainties
- Gaining stakeholder alignment on risk acceptance
- Maintaining and updating risk assessments over time
Module 4: Zones, Conduits, and Network Segmentation - What are zones and conduits in IEC 62443-3-2
- Principles of effective network segmentation
- Designing logical zones based on function and risk
- Identifying trusted and untrusted networks
- Defining security levels for each zone
- Using firewall and DMZ architectures for OT
- Integrating legacy systems into segmented designs
- Wireless network security considerations
- Remote access management and zone bridging
- Managing interconnections between OT and IT
- Securing vendor access through temporary conduits
- Traffic flow analysis and baseline definitions
- Monitoring for unauthorised zone transitions
- Creating zone and conduit diagrams for audits
- Reviewing and validating designs against IEC guidelines
Module 5: Security Levels and Target Requirements - Understanding Security Levels 0 to 4
- Determining appropriate SL for each zone
- Linking SL to risk assessment outcomes
- Differences between SL-C and SL-D
- Meeting SL-T requirements for personnel
- Mapping SL requirements to technical controls
- Evaluating vendor product SL claims
- Auditing for evidence of SL implementation
- Justifying SL choices to management and auditors
- Dynamic re-evaluation of SL after major changes
- Supply chain considerations for SL compliance
- Testing and verification methods for SL validation
- Documenting SL rationale in certification packages
- Handling organisation-wide SL inconsistencies
- Setting SL targets for new system rollouts
Module 6: Secure Product Development Lifecycle (IEC 62443-4-1) - Key stages of the secure development lifecycle
- Security requirements gathering for OT products
- Secure coding practices in embedded OT systems
- Secure update and patch management processes
- Design for defence: secure architecture principles
- Using threat models during product design
- Secure configuration default settings
- Risk-based vulnerability disclosure policies
- Security documentation for product manuals
- Security validation and testing procedures
- Evidence collection for SL-T certification
- Vendor alignment on SDL compliance
- Procurement clauses for SDL adherence
- Creating secure product development policies
- Training engineering teams on secure design
Module 7: System Security Requirements (IEC 62443-3-3) - Understanding SR 1 to SR 13 categories
- Access control policies for privileged accounts
- Authentication mechanisms: multi-factor and PKI
- Secure session management and timeouts
- Authorisation and role-based access control
- User account provisioning and deactivation
- Audit logging: what, where, and how long
- Secure time synchronisation (NTP hardening)
- Trusted computing and cryptographic services
- Malware prevention for Windows-based OT
- Data integrity and confidentiality requirements
- Secure remote maintenance access
- Device identification and authentication
- Resource utilisation and availability controls
- Security monitoring and alerting functions
Module 8: Organizational Security Policies and Procedures - Developing an Industrial Cybersecurity Management System
- Drafting executive-level policies with legal validity
- Roles and responsibilities for cybersecurity
- Incident response planning for OT environments
- Establishing a Cybersecurity Steering Committee
- Creating policies for personnel screening and training
- Handling third-party and contractor access
- Secure configuration baseline standards
- Change management processes for OT systems
- Backup and recovery policies for ICS
- Physical security requirements for control rooms
- Patch management coordination with operations
- Procurement and vendor security assessment
- Compliance monitoring and internal audit plans
- Policy review and update cycles
Module 9: Technical Controls and Hardening Strategies - Firewall rule optimisation for OT protocols
- Disabling unused ports and services
- Securing Modbus, DNP3, OPC DA/UA
- Application whitelisting for OT workstations
- Host intrusion prevention systems for Windows
- Network intrusion detection systems (NIDS) for OT
- Securing engineering workstations and HMIs
- Hardening PLCs and RTUs where possible
- Securing wireless ICS communications
- Implementing unidirectional gateways (data diodes)
- Using jump servers for secure access
- Securing asset management and CMMS systems
- Protecting IIoT sensors and edge devices
- Minimising attack surface through configuration
- Deploying secure remote access solutions
Module 10: Personnel and Training Programs - Defining cybersecurity roles: CISO, OT lead, system owner
- Security awareness training for operators and engineers
- Developing role-based training curricula
- Validating knowledge retention and comprehension
- Creating onboarding checklists for new hires
- Continuous education and update cycles
- Simulated phishing for OT staff (safe methods)
- Developing escalation paths for security events
- Measuring training effectiveness with KPIs
- Aligning training with incident response readiness
- Engaging leadership in security culture
- Encouraging reporting without fear of blame
- Integrating security into operational procedures
- Providing regular threat briefings
- Tracking compliance with training mandates
Module 11: Incident Detection, Response, and Recovery - Differences between IT and OT incident handling
- Building an OT-specific incident response plan
- Detection techniques without disrupting control
- Indicators of compromise in ICS environments
- Containment strategies for malware in OT
- Coordinating with IT, safety, and operations
- Communications protocol during incidents
- Engaging external incident response teams
- Forensic readiness in locked-down environments
- Recovery procedures that preserve functionality
- Post-incident root cause analysis
- Reporting to regulators and insurers
- Updating risk assessments after events
- Conducting tabletop exercises for OT teams
- Validating response plans through drills
Module 12: Supply Chain and Third-Party Risk Management - Assessing vendor cybersecurity posture
- Drafting IEC 62443-aligned procurement clauses
- Requiring SL documentation from suppliers
- Evaluating vendor product test reports
- Managing software bill of materials (SBOM)
- Handling third-party maintenance access
- Time-bound, monitored access for contractors
- Auditing vendor compliance with agreements
- Securing cloud-based OT monitoring tools
- Assessing integrator-aligned security designs
- Managing open-source components in ICS
- Tracking lifecycle support and EoL risks
- Enforcing right-to-audit provisions
- Creating supplier risk scoring models
- Building a preferred vendor security list
Module 13: Certification Process and Audit Preparation - Differences between self-assessment and formal certification
- Selecting an accredited certification body
- Understanding certification scope definition
- Preparing documentation for auditors
- Developing evidence collection templates
- Conducting internal pre-assessment audits
- Addressing non-conformities before audit
- Responding to auditor findings professionally
- Managing document version control
- Scheduling on-site audit activities
- Coordinating personnel for auditor interviews
- Demonstrating continuous improvement
- Negotiating closure of observations
- Receiving the certification decision
- Maintaining certification through surveillance
Module 14: Building Your Compliance Roadmap and Executive Proposal - Assessing current maturity against IEC 62443
- Developing a gap analysis report
- Prioritising corrective actions by risk and cost
- Creating a phased implementation timeline
- Estimating budget requirements and ROI
- Aligning cybersecurity with operational KPIs
- Drafting a board-ready executive proposal
- Incorporating insurance and risk transfer
- Setting measurable success criteria
- Integrating with existing management systems
- Reporting progress to executives quarterly
- Establishing cybersecurity governance metrics
- Securing long-term funding and buy-in
- Positioning compliance as a strategic advantage
- Leveraging certification for RFP responses
Module 15: Advanced Topics and Future-Proofing Your Program - IEC 62443 and Industry 4.0 integration
- Securing digital twins and AI in OT
- Authentication in distributed microgrids
- Zero trust models for industrial networks
- Quantum-safe cryptography readiness
- AI-assisted anomaly detection in OT logs
- Regulatory convergence: EU NIS2, CISA directives
- Building a cyber-physical resilience program
- Integrating OT security with ESG reporting
- Continuous compliance automation strategies
- Using APIs for real-time control monitoring
- Securing 5G and private wireless in factories
- Managing cyber risk in joint ventures
- Preparing for Level 3 and Level 4 certification
- Developing an innovation sandbox for security tech
Module 16: Certification and Next Steps - Finalising your certificate eligibility checklist
- Submitting your completion package
- Receiving your Certificate of Completion from The Art of Service
- Adding the credential to your LinkedIn profile
- Using the certificate in job applications and promotions
- Accessing alumni resources and updates
- Joining the community of certified practitioners
- Continued learning: advanced modules and specialisations
- Referring colleagues and earning legacy access
- Providing feedback to improve future editions
- Renewing knowledge every 18 months with updates
- Tracking your long-term impact with templates
- Setting goals for your next security initiative
- Transitioning from compliance to competitive advantage
- Leading with confidence as an OT cybersecurity authority
- Conducting a systematic risk assessment for ICS environments
- Choosing between qualitative and quantitative methods
- Using threat modelling to identify attack vectors
- Asset identification and inventory techniques
- Defining critical assets and single points of failure
- Applying likelihood and impact scoring methods
- Developing risk matrices specifically for OT
- Balancing security with operational availability
- Role of Layered Protection Analysis (LOPA)
- Risk tolerance thresholds for safety-critical systems
- Linking risk to business continuity and insurance
- Creating risk register templates aligned with IEC 62443
- Documenting assumptions, limitations, and uncertainties
- Gaining stakeholder alignment on risk acceptance
- Maintaining and updating risk assessments over time
Module 4: Zones, Conduits, and Network Segmentation - What are zones and conduits in IEC 62443-3-2
- Principles of effective network segmentation
- Designing logical zones based on function and risk
- Identifying trusted and untrusted networks
- Defining security levels for each zone
- Using firewall and DMZ architectures for OT
- Integrating legacy systems into segmented designs
- Wireless network security considerations
- Remote access management and zone bridging
- Managing interconnections between OT and IT
- Securing vendor access through temporary conduits
- Traffic flow analysis and baseline definitions
- Monitoring for unauthorised zone transitions
- Creating zone and conduit diagrams for audits
- Reviewing and validating designs against IEC guidelines
Module 5: Security Levels and Target Requirements - Understanding Security Levels 0 to 4
- Determining appropriate SL for each zone
- Linking SL to risk assessment outcomes
- Differences between SL-C and SL-D
- Meeting SL-T requirements for personnel
- Mapping SL requirements to technical controls
- Evaluating vendor product SL claims
- Auditing for evidence of SL implementation
- Justifying SL choices to management and auditors
- Dynamic re-evaluation of SL after major changes
- Supply chain considerations for SL compliance
- Testing and verification methods for SL validation
- Documenting SL rationale in certification packages
- Handling organisation-wide SL inconsistencies
- Setting SL targets for new system rollouts
Module 6: Secure Product Development Lifecycle (IEC 62443-4-1) - Key stages of the secure development lifecycle
- Security requirements gathering for OT products
- Secure coding practices in embedded OT systems
- Secure update and patch management processes
- Design for defence: secure architecture principles
- Using threat models during product design
- Secure configuration default settings
- Risk-based vulnerability disclosure policies
- Security documentation for product manuals
- Security validation and testing procedures
- Evidence collection for SL-T certification
- Vendor alignment on SDL compliance
- Procurement clauses for SDL adherence
- Creating secure product development policies
- Training engineering teams on secure design
Module 7: System Security Requirements (IEC 62443-3-3) - Understanding SR 1 to SR 13 categories
- Access control policies for privileged accounts
- Authentication mechanisms: multi-factor and PKI
- Secure session management and timeouts
- Authorisation and role-based access control
- User account provisioning and deactivation
- Audit logging: what, where, and how long
- Secure time synchronisation (NTP hardening)
- Trusted computing and cryptographic services
- Malware prevention for Windows-based OT
- Data integrity and confidentiality requirements
- Secure remote maintenance access
- Device identification and authentication
- Resource utilisation and availability controls
- Security monitoring and alerting functions
Module 8: Organizational Security Policies and Procedures - Developing an Industrial Cybersecurity Management System
- Drafting executive-level policies with legal validity
- Roles and responsibilities for cybersecurity
- Incident response planning for OT environments
- Establishing a Cybersecurity Steering Committee
- Creating policies for personnel screening and training
- Handling third-party and contractor access
- Secure configuration baseline standards
- Change management processes for OT systems
- Backup and recovery policies for ICS
- Physical security requirements for control rooms
- Patch management coordination with operations
- Procurement and vendor security assessment
- Compliance monitoring and internal audit plans
- Policy review and update cycles
Module 9: Technical Controls and Hardening Strategies - Firewall rule optimisation for OT protocols
- Disabling unused ports and services
- Securing Modbus, DNP3, OPC DA/UA
- Application whitelisting for OT workstations
- Host intrusion prevention systems for Windows
- Network intrusion detection systems (NIDS) for OT
- Securing engineering workstations and HMIs
- Hardening PLCs and RTUs where possible
- Securing wireless ICS communications
- Implementing unidirectional gateways (data diodes)
- Using jump servers for secure access
- Securing asset management and CMMS systems
- Protecting IIoT sensors and edge devices
- Minimising attack surface through configuration
- Deploying secure remote access solutions
Module 10: Personnel and Training Programs - Defining cybersecurity roles: CISO, OT lead, system owner
- Security awareness training for operators and engineers
- Developing role-based training curricula
- Validating knowledge retention and comprehension
- Creating onboarding checklists for new hires
- Continuous education and update cycles
- Simulated phishing for OT staff (safe methods)
- Developing escalation paths for security events
- Measuring training effectiveness with KPIs
- Aligning training with incident response readiness
- Engaging leadership in security culture
- Encouraging reporting without fear of blame
- Integrating security into operational procedures
- Providing regular threat briefings
- Tracking compliance with training mandates
Module 11: Incident Detection, Response, and Recovery - Differences between IT and OT incident handling
- Building an OT-specific incident response plan
- Detection techniques without disrupting control
- Indicators of compromise in ICS environments
- Containment strategies for malware in OT
- Coordinating with IT, safety, and operations
- Communications protocol during incidents
- Engaging external incident response teams
- Forensic readiness in locked-down environments
- Recovery procedures that preserve functionality
- Post-incident root cause analysis
- Reporting to regulators and insurers
- Updating risk assessments after events
- Conducting tabletop exercises for OT teams
- Validating response plans through drills
Module 12: Supply Chain and Third-Party Risk Management - Assessing vendor cybersecurity posture
- Drafting IEC 62443-aligned procurement clauses
- Requiring SL documentation from suppliers
- Evaluating vendor product test reports
- Managing software bill of materials (SBOM)
- Handling third-party maintenance access
- Time-bound, monitored access for contractors
- Auditing vendor compliance with agreements
- Securing cloud-based OT monitoring tools
- Assessing integrator-aligned security designs
- Managing open-source components in ICS
- Tracking lifecycle support and EoL risks
- Enforcing right-to-audit provisions
- Creating supplier risk scoring models
- Building a preferred vendor security list
Module 13: Certification Process and Audit Preparation - Differences between self-assessment and formal certification
- Selecting an accredited certification body
- Understanding certification scope definition
- Preparing documentation for auditors
- Developing evidence collection templates
- Conducting internal pre-assessment audits
- Addressing non-conformities before audit
- Responding to auditor findings professionally
- Managing document version control
- Scheduling on-site audit activities
- Coordinating personnel for auditor interviews
- Demonstrating continuous improvement
- Negotiating closure of observations
- Receiving the certification decision
- Maintaining certification through surveillance
Module 14: Building Your Compliance Roadmap and Executive Proposal - Assessing current maturity against IEC 62443
- Developing a gap analysis report
- Prioritising corrective actions by risk and cost
- Creating a phased implementation timeline
- Estimating budget requirements and ROI
- Aligning cybersecurity with operational KPIs
- Drafting a board-ready executive proposal
- Incorporating insurance and risk transfer
- Setting measurable success criteria
- Integrating with existing management systems
- Reporting progress to executives quarterly
- Establishing cybersecurity governance metrics
- Securing long-term funding and buy-in
- Positioning compliance as a strategic advantage
- Leveraging certification for RFP responses
Module 15: Advanced Topics and Future-Proofing Your Program - IEC 62443 and Industry 4.0 integration
- Securing digital twins and AI in OT
- Authentication in distributed microgrids
- Zero trust models for industrial networks
- Quantum-safe cryptography readiness
- AI-assisted anomaly detection in OT logs
- Regulatory convergence: EU NIS2, CISA directives
- Building a cyber-physical resilience program
- Integrating OT security with ESG reporting
- Continuous compliance automation strategies
- Using APIs for real-time control monitoring
- Securing 5G and private wireless in factories
- Managing cyber risk in joint ventures
- Preparing for Level 3 and Level 4 certification
- Developing an innovation sandbox for security tech
Module 16: Certification and Next Steps - Finalising your certificate eligibility checklist
- Submitting your completion package
- Receiving your Certificate of Completion from The Art of Service
- Adding the credential to your LinkedIn profile
- Using the certificate in job applications and promotions
- Accessing alumni resources and updates
- Joining the community of certified practitioners
- Continued learning: advanced modules and specialisations
- Referring colleagues and earning legacy access
- Providing feedback to improve future editions
- Renewing knowledge every 18 months with updates
- Tracking your long-term impact with templates
- Setting goals for your next security initiative
- Transitioning from compliance to competitive advantage
- Leading with confidence as an OT cybersecurity authority
- Understanding Security Levels 0 to 4
- Determining appropriate SL for each zone
- Linking SL to risk assessment outcomes
- Differences between SL-C and SL-D
- Meeting SL-T requirements for personnel
- Mapping SL requirements to technical controls
- Evaluating vendor product SL claims
- Auditing for evidence of SL implementation
- Justifying SL choices to management and auditors
- Dynamic re-evaluation of SL after major changes
- Supply chain considerations for SL compliance
- Testing and verification methods for SL validation
- Documenting SL rationale in certification packages
- Handling organisation-wide SL inconsistencies
- Setting SL targets for new system rollouts
Module 6: Secure Product Development Lifecycle (IEC 62443-4-1) - Key stages of the secure development lifecycle
- Security requirements gathering for OT products
- Secure coding practices in embedded OT systems
- Secure update and patch management processes
- Design for defence: secure architecture principles
- Using threat models during product design
- Secure configuration default settings
- Risk-based vulnerability disclosure policies
- Security documentation for product manuals
- Security validation and testing procedures
- Evidence collection for SL-T certification
- Vendor alignment on SDL compliance
- Procurement clauses for SDL adherence
- Creating secure product development policies
- Training engineering teams on secure design
Module 7: System Security Requirements (IEC 62443-3-3) - Understanding SR 1 to SR 13 categories
- Access control policies for privileged accounts
- Authentication mechanisms: multi-factor and PKI
- Secure session management and timeouts
- Authorisation and role-based access control
- User account provisioning and deactivation
- Audit logging: what, where, and how long
- Secure time synchronisation (NTP hardening)
- Trusted computing and cryptographic services
- Malware prevention for Windows-based OT
- Data integrity and confidentiality requirements
- Secure remote maintenance access
- Device identification and authentication
- Resource utilisation and availability controls
- Security monitoring and alerting functions
Module 8: Organizational Security Policies and Procedures - Developing an Industrial Cybersecurity Management System
- Drafting executive-level policies with legal validity
- Roles and responsibilities for cybersecurity
- Incident response planning for OT environments
- Establishing a Cybersecurity Steering Committee
- Creating policies for personnel screening and training
- Handling third-party and contractor access
- Secure configuration baseline standards
- Change management processes for OT systems
- Backup and recovery policies for ICS
- Physical security requirements for control rooms
- Patch management coordination with operations
- Procurement and vendor security assessment
- Compliance monitoring and internal audit plans
- Policy review and update cycles
Module 9: Technical Controls and Hardening Strategies - Firewall rule optimisation for OT protocols
- Disabling unused ports and services
- Securing Modbus, DNP3, OPC DA/UA
- Application whitelisting for OT workstations
- Host intrusion prevention systems for Windows
- Network intrusion detection systems (NIDS) for OT
- Securing engineering workstations and HMIs
- Hardening PLCs and RTUs where possible
- Securing wireless ICS communications
- Implementing unidirectional gateways (data diodes)
- Using jump servers for secure access
- Securing asset management and CMMS systems
- Protecting IIoT sensors and edge devices
- Minimising attack surface through configuration
- Deploying secure remote access solutions
Module 10: Personnel and Training Programs - Defining cybersecurity roles: CISO, OT lead, system owner
- Security awareness training for operators and engineers
- Developing role-based training curricula
- Validating knowledge retention and comprehension
- Creating onboarding checklists for new hires
- Continuous education and update cycles
- Simulated phishing for OT staff (safe methods)
- Developing escalation paths for security events
- Measuring training effectiveness with KPIs
- Aligning training with incident response readiness
- Engaging leadership in security culture
- Encouraging reporting without fear of blame
- Integrating security into operational procedures
- Providing regular threat briefings
- Tracking compliance with training mandates
Module 11: Incident Detection, Response, and Recovery - Differences between IT and OT incident handling
- Building an OT-specific incident response plan
- Detection techniques without disrupting control
- Indicators of compromise in ICS environments
- Containment strategies for malware in OT
- Coordinating with IT, safety, and operations
- Communications protocol during incidents
- Engaging external incident response teams
- Forensic readiness in locked-down environments
- Recovery procedures that preserve functionality
- Post-incident root cause analysis
- Reporting to regulators and insurers
- Updating risk assessments after events
- Conducting tabletop exercises for OT teams
- Validating response plans through drills
Module 12: Supply Chain and Third-Party Risk Management - Assessing vendor cybersecurity posture
- Drafting IEC 62443-aligned procurement clauses
- Requiring SL documentation from suppliers
- Evaluating vendor product test reports
- Managing software bill of materials (SBOM)
- Handling third-party maintenance access
- Time-bound, monitored access for contractors
- Auditing vendor compliance with agreements
- Securing cloud-based OT monitoring tools
- Assessing integrator-aligned security designs
- Managing open-source components in ICS
- Tracking lifecycle support and EoL risks
- Enforcing right-to-audit provisions
- Creating supplier risk scoring models
- Building a preferred vendor security list
Module 13: Certification Process and Audit Preparation - Differences between self-assessment and formal certification
- Selecting an accredited certification body
- Understanding certification scope definition
- Preparing documentation for auditors
- Developing evidence collection templates
- Conducting internal pre-assessment audits
- Addressing non-conformities before audit
- Responding to auditor findings professionally
- Managing document version control
- Scheduling on-site audit activities
- Coordinating personnel for auditor interviews
- Demonstrating continuous improvement
- Negotiating closure of observations
- Receiving the certification decision
- Maintaining certification through surveillance
Module 14: Building Your Compliance Roadmap and Executive Proposal - Assessing current maturity against IEC 62443
- Developing a gap analysis report
- Prioritising corrective actions by risk and cost
- Creating a phased implementation timeline
- Estimating budget requirements and ROI
- Aligning cybersecurity with operational KPIs
- Drafting a board-ready executive proposal
- Incorporating insurance and risk transfer
- Setting measurable success criteria
- Integrating with existing management systems
- Reporting progress to executives quarterly
- Establishing cybersecurity governance metrics
- Securing long-term funding and buy-in
- Positioning compliance as a strategic advantage
- Leveraging certification for RFP responses
Module 15: Advanced Topics and Future-Proofing Your Program - IEC 62443 and Industry 4.0 integration
- Securing digital twins and AI in OT
- Authentication in distributed microgrids
- Zero trust models for industrial networks
- Quantum-safe cryptography readiness
- AI-assisted anomaly detection in OT logs
- Regulatory convergence: EU NIS2, CISA directives
- Building a cyber-physical resilience program
- Integrating OT security with ESG reporting
- Continuous compliance automation strategies
- Using APIs for real-time control monitoring
- Securing 5G and private wireless in factories
- Managing cyber risk in joint ventures
- Preparing for Level 3 and Level 4 certification
- Developing an innovation sandbox for security tech
Module 16: Certification and Next Steps - Finalising your certificate eligibility checklist
- Submitting your completion package
- Receiving your Certificate of Completion from The Art of Service
- Adding the credential to your LinkedIn profile
- Using the certificate in job applications and promotions
- Accessing alumni resources and updates
- Joining the community of certified practitioners
- Continued learning: advanced modules and specialisations
- Referring colleagues and earning legacy access
- Providing feedback to improve future editions
- Renewing knowledge every 18 months with updates
- Tracking your long-term impact with templates
- Setting goals for your next security initiative
- Transitioning from compliance to competitive advantage
- Leading with confidence as an OT cybersecurity authority
- Understanding SR 1 to SR 13 categories
- Access control policies for privileged accounts
- Authentication mechanisms: multi-factor and PKI
- Secure session management and timeouts
- Authorisation and role-based access control
- User account provisioning and deactivation
- Audit logging: what, where, and how long
- Secure time synchronisation (NTP hardening)
- Trusted computing and cryptographic services
- Malware prevention for Windows-based OT
- Data integrity and confidentiality requirements
- Secure remote maintenance access
- Device identification and authentication
- Resource utilisation and availability controls
- Security monitoring and alerting functions
Module 8: Organizational Security Policies and Procedures - Developing an Industrial Cybersecurity Management System
- Drafting executive-level policies with legal validity
- Roles and responsibilities for cybersecurity
- Incident response planning for OT environments
- Establishing a Cybersecurity Steering Committee
- Creating policies for personnel screening and training
- Handling third-party and contractor access
- Secure configuration baseline standards
- Change management processes for OT systems
- Backup and recovery policies for ICS
- Physical security requirements for control rooms
- Patch management coordination with operations
- Procurement and vendor security assessment
- Compliance monitoring and internal audit plans
- Policy review and update cycles
Module 9: Technical Controls and Hardening Strategies - Firewall rule optimisation for OT protocols
- Disabling unused ports and services
- Securing Modbus, DNP3, OPC DA/UA
- Application whitelisting for OT workstations
- Host intrusion prevention systems for Windows
- Network intrusion detection systems (NIDS) for OT
- Securing engineering workstations and HMIs
- Hardening PLCs and RTUs where possible
- Securing wireless ICS communications
- Implementing unidirectional gateways (data diodes)
- Using jump servers for secure access
- Securing asset management and CMMS systems
- Protecting IIoT sensors and edge devices
- Minimising attack surface through configuration
- Deploying secure remote access solutions
Module 10: Personnel and Training Programs - Defining cybersecurity roles: CISO, OT lead, system owner
- Security awareness training for operators and engineers
- Developing role-based training curricula
- Validating knowledge retention and comprehension
- Creating onboarding checklists for new hires
- Continuous education and update cycles
- Simulated phishing for OT staff (safe methods)
- Developing escalation paths for security events
- Measuring training effectiveness with KPIs
- Aligning training with incident response readiness
- Engaging leadership in security culture
- Encouraging reporting without fear of blame
- Integrating security into operational procedures
- Providing regular threat briefings
- Tracking compliance with training mandates
Module 11: Incident Detection, Response, and Recovery - Differences between IT and OT incident handling
- Building an OT-specific incident response plan
- Detection techniques without disrupting control
- Indicators of compromise in ICS environments
- Containment strategies for malware in OT
- Coordinating with IT, safety, and operations
- Communications protocol during incidents
- Engaging external incident response teams
- Forensic readiness in locked-down environments
- Recovery procedures that preserve functionality
- Post-incident root cause analysis
- Reporting to regulators and insurers
- Updating risk assessments after events
- Conducting tabletop exercises for OT teams
- Validating response plans through drills
Module 12: Supply Chain and Third-Party Risk Management - Assessing vendor cybersecurity posture
- Drafting IEC 62443-aligned procurement clauses
- Requiring SL documentation from suppliers
- Evaluating vendor product test reports
- Managing software bill of materials (SBOM)
- Handling third-party maintenance access
- Time-bound, monitored access for contractors
- Auditing vendor compliance with agreements
- Securing cloud-based OT monitoring tools
- Assessing integrator-aligned security designs
- Managing open-source components in ICS
- Tracking lifecycle support and EoL risks
- Enforcing right-to-audit provisions
- Creating supplier risk scoring models
- Building a preferred vendor security list
Module 13: Certification Process and Audit Preparation - Differences between self-assessment and formal certification
- Selecting an accredited certification body
- Understanding certification scope definition
- Preparing documentation for auditors
- Developing evidence collection templates
- Conducting internal pre-assessment audits
- Addressing non-conformities before audit
- Responding to auditor findings professionally
- Managing document version control
- Scheduling on-site audit activities
- Coordinating personnel for auditor interviews
- Demonstrating continuous improvement
- Negotiating closure of observations
- Receiving the certification decision
- Maintaining certification through surveillance
Module 14: Building Your Compliance Roadmap and Executive Proposal - Assessing current maturity against IEC 62443
- Developing a gap analysis report
- Prioritising corrective actions by risk and cost
- Creating a phased implementation timeline
- Estimating budget requirements and ROI
- Aligning cybersecurity with operational KPIs
- Drafting a board-ready executive proposal
- Incorporating insurance and risk transfer
- Setting measurable success criteria
- Integrating with existing management systems
- Reporting progress to executives quarterly
- Establishing cybersecurity governance metrics
- Securing long-term funding and buy-in
- Positioning compliance as a strategic advantage
- Leveraging certification for RFP responses
Module 15: Advanced Topics and Future-Proofing Your Program - IEC 62443 and Industry 4.0 integration
- Securing digital twins and AI in OT
- Authentication in distributed microgrids
- Zero trust models for industrial networks
- Quantum-safe cryptography readiness
- AI-assisted anomaly detection in OT logs
- Regulatory convergence: EU NIS2, CISA directives
- Building a cyber-physical resilience program
- Integrating OT security with ESG reporting
- Continuous compliance automation strategies
- Using APIs for real-time control monitoring
- Securing 5G and private wireless in factories
- Managing cyber risk in joint ventures
- Preparing for Level 3 and Level 4 certification
- Developing an innovation sandbox for security tech
Module 16: Certification and Next Steps - Finalising your certificate eligibility checklist
- Submitting your completion package
- Receiving your Certificate of Completion from The Art of Service
- Adding the credential to your LinkedIn profile
- Using the certificate in job applications and promotions
- Accessing alumni resources and updates
- Joining the community of certified practitioners
- Continued learning: advanced modules and specialisations
- Referring colleagues and earning legacy access
- Providing feedback to improve future editions
- Renewing knowledge every 18 months with updates
- Tracking your long-term impact with templates
- Setting goals for your next security initiative
- Transitioning from compliance to competitive advantage
- Leading with confidence as an OT cybersecurity authority
- Firewall rule optimisation for OT protocols
- Disabling unused ports and services
- Securing Modbus, DNP3, OPC DA/UA
- Application whitelisting for OT workstations
- Host intrusion prevention systems for Windows
- Network intrusion detection systems (NIDS) for OT
- Securing engineering workstations and HMIs
- Hardening PLCs and RTUs where possible
- Securing wireless ICS communications
- Implementing unidirectional gateways (data diodes)
- Using jump servers for secure access
- Securing asset management and CMMS systems
- Protecting IIoT sensors and edge devices
- Minimising attack surface through configuration
- Deploying secure remote access solutions
Module 10: Personnel and Training Programs - Defining cybersecurity roles: CISO, OT lead, system owner
- Security awareness training for operators and engineers
- Developing role-based training curricula
- Validating knowledge retention and comprehension
- Creating onboarding checklists for new hires
- Continuous education and update cycles
- Simulated phishing for OT staff (safe methods)
- Developing escalation paths for security events
- Measuring training effectiveness with KPIs
- Aligning training with incident response readiness
- Engaging leadership in security culture
- Encouraging reporting without fear of blame
- Integrating security into operational procedures
- Providing regular threat briefings
- Tracking compliance with training mandates
Module 11: Incident Detection, Response, and Recovery - Differences between IT and OT incident handling
- Building an OT-specific incident response plan
- Detection techniques without disrupting control
- Indicators of compromise in ICS environments
- Containment strategies for malware in OT
- Coordinating with IT, safety, and operations
- Communications protocol during incidents
- Engaging external incident response teams
- Forensic readiness in locked-down environments
- Recovery procedures that preserve functionality
- Post-incident root cause analysis
- Reporting to regulators and insurers
- Updating risk assessments after events
- Conducting tabletop exercises for OT teams
- Validating response plans through drills
Module 12: Supply Chain and Third-Party Risk Management - Assessing vendor cybersecurity posture
- Drafting IEC 62443-aligned procurement clauses
- Requiring SL documentation from suppliers
- Evaluating vendor product test reports
- Managing software bill of materials (SBOM)
- Handling third-party maintenance access
- Time-bound, monitored access for contractors
- Auditing vendor compliance with agreements
- Securing cloud-based OT monitoring tools
- Assessing integrator-aligned security designs
- Managing open-source components in ICS
- Tracking lifecycle support and EoL risks
- Enforcing right-to-audit provisions
- Creating supplier risk scoring models
- Building a preferred vendor security list
Module 13: Certification Process and Audit Preparation - Differences between self-assessment and formal certification
- Selecting an accredited certification body
- Understanding certification scope definition
- Preparing documentation for auditors
- Developing evidence collection templates
- Conducting internal pre-assessment audits
- Addressing non-conformities before audit
- Responding to auditor findings professionally
- Managing document version control
- Scheduling on-site audit activities
- Coordinating personnel for auditor interviews
- Demonstrating continuous improvement
- Negotiating closure of observations
- Receiving the certification decision
- Maintaining certification through surveillance
Module 14: Building Your Compliance Roadmap and Executive Proposal - Assessing current maturity against IEC 62443
- Developing a gap analysis report
- Prioritising corrective actions by risk and cost
- Creating a phased implementation timeline
- Estimating budget requirements and ROI
- Aligning cybersecurity with operational KPIs
- Drafting a board-ready executive proposal
- Incorporating insurance and risk transfer
- Setting measurable success criteria
- Integrating with existing management systems
- Reporting progress to executives quarterly
- Establishing cybersecurity governance metrics
- Securing long-term funding and buy-in
- Positioning compliance as a strategic advantage
- Leveraging certification for RFP responses
Module 15: Advanced Topics and Future-Proofing Your Program - IEC 62443 and Industry 4.0 integration
- Securing digital twins and AI in OT
- Authentication in distributed microgrids
- Zero trust models for industrial networks
- Quantum-safe cryptography readiness
- AI-assisted anomaly detection in OT logs
- Regulatory convergence: EU NIS2, CISA directives
- Building a cyber-physical resilience program
- Integrating OT security with ESG reporting
- Continuous compliance automation strategies
- Using APIs for real-time control monitoring
- Securing 5G and private wireless in factories
- Managing cyber risk in joint ventures
- Preparing for Level 3 and Level 4 certification
- Developing an innovation sandbox for security tech
Module 16: Certification and Next Steps - Finalising your certificate eligibility checklist
- Submitting your completion package
- Receiving your Certificate of Completion from The Art of Service
- Adding the credential to your LinkedIn profile
- Using the certificate in job applications and promotions
- Accessing alumni resources and updates
- Joining the community of certified practitioners
- Continued learning: advanced modules and specialisations
- Referring colleagues and earning legacy access
- Providing feedback to improve future editions
- Renewing knowledge every 18 months with updates
- Tracking your long-term impact with templates
- Setting goals for your next security initiative
- Transitioning from compliance to competitive advantage
- Leading with confidence as an OT cybersecurity authority
- Differences between IT and OT incident handling
- Building an OT-specific incident response plan
- Detection techniques without disrupting control
- Indicators of compromise in ICS environments
- Containment strategies for malware in OT
- Coordinating with IT, safety, and operations
- Communications protocol during incidents
- Engaging external incident response teams
- Forensic readiness in locked-down environments
- Recovery procedures that preserve functionality
- Post-incident root cause analysis
- Reporting to regulators and insurers
- Updating risk assessments after events
- Conducting tabletop exercises for OT teams
- Validating response plans through drills
Module 12: Supply Chain and Third-Party Risk Management - Assessing vendor cybersecurity posture
- Drafting IEC 62443-aligned procurement clauses
- Requiring SL documentation from suppliers
- Evaluating vendor product test reports
- Managing software bill of materials (SBOM)
- Handling third-party maintenance access
- Time-bound, monitored access for contractors
- Auditing vendor compliance with agreements
- Securing cloud-based OT monitoring tools
- Assessing integrator-aligned security designs
- Managing open-source components in ICS
- Tracking lifecycle support and EoL risks
- Enforcing right-to-audit provisions
- Creating supplier risk scoring models
- Building a preferred vendor security list
Module 13: Certification Process and Audit Preparation - Differences between self-assessment and formal certification
- Selecting an accredited certification body
- Understanding certification scope definition
- Preparing documentation for auditors
- Developing evidence collection templates
- Conducting internal pre-assessment audits
- Addressing non-conformities before audit
- Responding to auditor findings professionally
- Managing document version control
- Scheduling on-site audit activities
- Coordinating personnel for auditor interviews
- Demonstrating continuous improvement
- Negotiating closure of observations
- Receiving the certification decision
- Maintaining certification through surveillance
Module 14: Building Your Compliance Roadmap and Executive Proposal - Assessing current maturity against IEC 62443
- Developing a gap analysis report
- Prioritising corrective actions by risk and cost
- Creating a phased implementation timeline
- Estimating budget requirements and ROI
- Aligning cybersecurity with operational KPIs
- Drafting a board-ready executive proposal
- Incorporating insurance and risk transfer
- Setting measurable success criteria
- Integrating with existing management systems
- Reporting progress to executives quarterly
- Establishing cybersecurity governance metrics
- Securing long-term funding and buy-in
- Positioning compliance as a strategic advantage
- Leveraging certification for RFP responses
Module 15: Advanced Topics and Future-Proofing Your Program - IEC 62443 and Industry 4.0 integration
- Securing digital twins and AI in OT
- Authentication in distributed microgrids
- Zero trust models for industrial networks
- Quantum-safe cryptography readiness
- AI-assisted anomaly detection in OT logs
- Regulatory convergence: EU NIS2, CISA directives
- Building a cyber-physical resilience program
- Integrating OT security with ESG reporting
- Continuous compliance automation strategies
- Using APIs for real-time control monitoring
- Securing 5G and private wireless in factories
- Managing cyber risk in joint ventures
- Preparing for Level 3 and Level 4 certification
- Developing an innovation sandbox for security tech
Module 16: Certification and Next Steps - Finalising your certificate eligibility checklist
- Submitting your completion package
- Receiving your Certificate of Completion from The Art of Service
- Adding the credential to your LinkedIn profile
- Using the certificate in job applications and promotions
- Accessing alumni resources and updates
- Joining the community of certified practitioners
- Continued learning: advanced modules and specialisations
- Referring colleagues and earning legacy access
- Providing feedback to improve future editions
- Renewing knowledge every 18 months with updates
- Tracking your long-term impact with templates
- Setting goals for your next security initiative
- Transitioning from compliance to competitive advantage
- Leading with confidence as an OT cybersecurity authority
- Differences between self-assessment and formal certification
- Selecting an accredited certification body
- Understanding certification scope definition
- Preparing documentation for auditors
- Developing evidence collection templates
- Conducting internal pre-assessment audits
- Addressing non-conformities before audit
- Responding to auditor findings professionally
- Managing document version control
- Scheduling on-site audit activities
- Coordinating personnel for auditor interviews
- Demonstrating continuous improvement
- Negotiating closure of observations
- Receiving the certification decision
- Maintaining certification through surveillance
Module 14: Building Your Compliance Roadmap and Executive Proposal - Assessing current maturity against IEC 62443
- Developing a gap analysis report
- Prioritising corrective actions by risk and cost
- Creating a phased implementation timeline
- Estimating budget requirements and ROI
- Aligning cybersecurity with operational KPIs
- Drafting a board-ready executive proposal
- Incorporating insurance and risk transfer
- Setting measurable success criteria
- Integrating with existing management systems
- Reporting progress to executives quarterly
- Establishing cybersecurity governance metrics
- Securing long-term funding and buy-in
- Positioning compliance as a strategic advantage
- Leveraging certification for RFP responses
Module 15: Advanced Topics and Future-Proofing Your Program - IEC 62443 and Industry 4.0 integration
- Securing digital twins and AI in OT
- Authentication in distributed microgrids
- Zero trust models for industrial networks
- Quantum-safe cryptography readiness
- AI-assisted anomaly detection in OT logs
- Regulatory convergence: EU NIS2, CISA directives
- Building a cyber-physical resilience program
- Integrating OT security with ESG reporting
- Continuous compliance automation strategies
- Using APIs for real-time control monitoring
- Securing 5G and private wireless in factories
- Managing cyber risk in joint ventures
- Preparing for Level 3 and Level 4 certification
- Developing an innovation sandbox for security tech
Module 16: Certification and Next Steps - Finalising your certificate eligibility checklist
- Submitting your completion package
- Receiving your Certificate of Completion from The Art of Service
- Adding the credential to your LinkedIn profile
- Using the certificate in job applications and promotions
- Accessing alumni resources and updates
- Joining the community of certified practitioners
- Continued learning: advanced modules and specialisations
- Referring colleagues and earning legacy access
- Providing feedback to improve future editions
- Renewing knowledge every 18 months with updates
- Tracking your long-term impact with templates
- Setting goals for your next security initiative
- Transitioning from compliance to competitive advantage
- Leading with confidence as an OT cybersecurity authority
- IEC 62443 and Industry 4.0 integration
- Securing digital twins and AI in OT
- Authentication in distributed microgrids
- Zero trust models for industrial networks
- Quantum-safe cryptography readiness
- AI-assisted anomaly detection in OT logs
- Regulatory convergence: EU NIS2, CISA directives
- Building a cyber-physical resilience program
- Integrating OT security with ESG reporting
- Continuous compliance automation strategies
- Using APIs for real-time control monitoring
- Securing 5G and private wireless in factories
- Managing cyber risk in joint ventures
- Preparing for Level 3 and Level 4 certification
- Developing an innovation sandbox for security tech