NERC CIP Compliance Checklist and Implementation Guide Course Curriculum
Course Overview This comprehensive course is designed to provide participants with a thorough understanding of NERC CIP compliance requirements and a step-by-step guide to implementing a robust compliance program. Upon completion, participants will receive a certificate issued by The Art of Service.
Course Objectives - Understand the NERC CIP standards and their applicability to the bulk electric system
- Develop a comprehensive NERC CIP compliance program
- Identify and mitigate potential cybersecurity risks
- Implement effective security controls and measures
- Conduct regular risk assessments and compliance audits
- Develop a culture of compliance within the organization
Course Outline Module 1: Introduction to NERC CIP
- Overview of NERC and its role in the bulk electric system
- History and evolution of NERC CIP standards
- Applicability of NERC CIP standards to the bulk electric system
- Key concepts and terminology
Module 2: NERC CIP Standards Overview
- CIP-002: Critical Cyber Asset Identification
- CIP-003: Security Management Controls
- CIP-004: Personnel and Training
- CIP-005: Electronic Security Perimeter(s)
- CIP-006: Physical Security of Critical Cyber Assets
- CIP-007: Systems Security Management
- CIP-008: Incident Reporting and Response Planning
- CIP-009: Recovery Plans for Critical Cyber Assets
- CIP-010: Configuration Change Management and Vulnerability Assessments
- CIP-011: Information Protection
- CIP-012: Communications between Control Centers
- CIP-013: Supply Chain Risk Management
- CIP-014: Physical Security
Module 3: Risk Management and Compliance
- Risk assessment methodologies
- Identifying and mitigating potential cybersecurity risks
- Developing a risk-based compliance program
- Compliance audit and assessment processes
Module 4: Security Controls and Measures
- Implementing effective security controls and measures
- Electronic security perimeter(s) and physical security
- Access control and identity management
- Incident response and recovery planning
Module 5: Compliance Program Implementation
- Developing a comprehensive compliance program
- Establishing a compliance governance structure
- Training and awareness programs
- Continuous monitoring and improvement
Module 6: Auditing and Compliance Monitoring
- Conducting regular compliance audits
- Identifying and addressing compliance gaps
- Developing a compliance monitoring program
- Reporting and documenting compliance activities
Module 7: Supply Chain Risk Management
- Understanding supply chain risks
- Developing a supply chain risk management program
- Vendor risk assessment and management
- Contractual requirements and procurement processes
Module 8: Incident Response and Recovery
- Developing an incident response plan
- Responding to cybersecurity incidents
- Recovery planning and business continuity
- Post-incident activities and lessons learned
Module 9: Continuous Improvement and Compliance
- Continuous monitoring and improvement
- Staying up-to-date with NERC CIP standards and requirements
- Best practices for maintaining compliance
- Lessons learned and case studies
Course Features - Interactive and engaging content
- Comprehensive and up-to-date coverage of NERC CIP standards
- Practical and real-world applications
- Expert instructors with industry experience
- Certificate of Completion issued by The Art of Service
- Flexible learning options
- User-friendly and mobile-accessible course platform
- Community-driven discussion forums
- Actionable insights and hands-on projects
- Bite-sized lessons and lifetime access
- Gamification and progress tracking
Certification Upon completion of the course, participants will receive a certificate issued by The Art of Service, demonstrating their expertise and knowledge in NERC CIP compliance.,
- Understand the NERC CIP standards and their applicability to the bulk electric system
- Develop a comprehensive NERC CIP compliance program
- Identify and mitigate potential cybersecurity risks
- Implement effective security controls and measures
- Conduct regular risk assessments and compliance audits
- Develop a culture of compliance within the organization
Course Outline Module 1: Introduction to NERC CIP
- Overview of NERC and its role in the bulk electric system
- History and evolution of NERC CIP standards
- Applicability of NERC CIP standards to the bulk electric system
- Key concepts and terminology
Module 2: NERC CIP Standards Overview
- CIP-002: Critical Cyber Asset Identification
- CIP-003: Security Management Controls
- CIP-004: Personnel and Training
- CIP-005: Electronic Security Perimeter(s)
- CIP-006: Physical Security of Critical Cyber Assets
- CIP-007: Systems Security Management
- CIP-008: Incident Reporting and Response Planning
- CIP-009: Recovery Plans for Critical Cyber Assets
- CIP-010: Configuration Change Management and Vulnerability Assessments
- CIP-011: Information Protection
- CIP-012: Communications between Control Centers
- CIP-013: Supply Chain Risk Management
- CIP-014: Physical Security
Module 3: Risk Management and Compliance
- Risk assessment methodologies
- Identifying and mitigating potential cybersecurity risks
- Developing a risk-based compliance program
- Compliance audit and assessment processes
Module 4: Security Controls and Measures
- Implementing effective security controls and measures
- Electronic security perimeter(s) and physical security
- Access control and identity management
- Incident response and recovery planning
Module 5: Compliance Program Implementation
- Developing a comprehensive compliance program
- Establishing a compliance governance structure
- Training and awareness programs
- Continuous monitoring and improvement
Module 6: Auditing and Compliance Monitoring
- Conducting regular compliance audits
- Identifying and addressing compliance gaps
- Developing a compliance monitoring program
- Reporting and documenting compliance activities
Module 7: Supply Chain Risk Management
- Understanding supply chain risks
- Developing a supply chain risk management program
- Vendor risk assessment and management
- Contractual requirements and procurement processes
Module 8: Incident Response and Recovery
- Developing an incident response plan
- Responding to cybersecurity incidents
- Recovery planning and business continuity
- Post-incident activities and lessons learned
Module 9: Continuous Improvement and Compliance
- Continuous monitoring and improvement
- Staying up-to-date with NERC CIP standards and requirements
- Best practices for maintaining compliance
- Lessons learned and case studies
Course Features - Interactive and engaging content
- Comprehensive and up-to-date coverage of NERC CIP standards
- Practical and real-world applications
- Expert instructors with industry experience
- Certificate of Completion issued by The Art of Service
- Flexible learning options
- User-friendly and mobile-accessible course platform
- Community-driven discussion forums
- Actionable insights and hands-on projects
- Bite-sized lessons and lifetime access
- Gamification and progress tracking
Certification Upon completion of the course, participants will receive a certificate issued by The Art of Service, demonstrating their expertise and knowledge in NERC CIP compliance.,
- Interactive and engaging content
- Comprehensive and up-to-date coverage of NERC CIP standards
- Practical and real-world applications
- Expert instructors with industry experience
- Certificate of Completion issued by The Art of Service
- Flexible learning options
- User-friendly and mobile-accessible course platform
- Community-driven discussion forums
- Actionable insights and hands-on projects
- Bite-sized lessons and lifetime access
- Gamification and progress tracking