An intensive professional development training course on
Integrating Functional Safety and Cybersecurity in Industrial Systems
Achieving Reliable, Safe, and Secure Industrial Operations
Why Choose Integrating Functional Safety and Cybersecurity in Industrial Systems Training Course?
As industrial systems become increasingly interconnected and automated, the integration of functional safety and cybersecurity has become a critical requirement. Functional safety ensures that systems operate reliably and safely under defined conditions, while cybersecurity protects these systems from external threats that could compromise their functionality or safety.
This Integrating Functional Safety and Cybersecurity in Industrial Systems training course provides a comprehensive approach to understanding and implementing functional safety and cybersecurity in industrial environments. Participants will explore the principles, standards, and best practices for integrating these disciplines, with a focus on risk assessment, system design, compliance, and real-world application. By combining theoretical knowledge with practical exercises, this course equips professionals to safeguard industrial systems against both operational failures and cyber threats.
What are the Goals?
By the end of this training course, participants will be able to:
- Understand the principles of functional safety and cybersecurity in industrial systems
- Identify potential safety risks and cybersecurity threats in interconnected environments
- Conduct integrated risk assessments for safety and security
- Implement functional safety standards (e.g., IEC 61508, IEC 61511) and cybersecurity frameworks (e.g., IEC 62443)
- Design and deploy integrated safety and cybersecurity solutions
- Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of integrated safety and security measures
- Respond effectively to safety and security incidents in industrial systems
Who is this Training Course for?
This training course is suitable to a wide range of professionals but will greatly benefit:
- Safety and cybersecurity engineers
- Automation and control system professionals
- Risk managers and compliance officers
- Industrial IT and OT professionals
- Plant managers and operations supervisors
- Professionals responsible for industrial system safety and security
How will this Training Course be Presented?
This AZTech training course will utilise a variety of proven adult learning techniques to ensure maximum understanding, comprehension and retention of the information presented. This includes an interactive mixture of lecture-led learning & group discussions.
The Course Content
- Introduction to Functional Safety: Key Concepts and Standards (IEC 61508, IEC 61511)
- Fundamentals of Cybersecurity in Industrial Systems
- The Need for Integrated Safety and Cybersecurity Approaches
- Overview of Common Threats, Vulnerabilities, and Risks
- Conducting Functional Safety Risk Assessments
- Identifying Cybersecurity Risks in Industrial Systems
- Integrating Risk Assessment for Safety and Security
- Case Study: Combined Risk Analysis in a Process Plant
- Principles of Safe and Secure System Design
- Implementing Functional Safety Systems: Safety Integrity Levels (SILs)
- Cybersecurity Frameworks for Industrial Systems (IEC 62443, NIST)
- Hands-On Exercise: Developing a Safe and Secure System Architecture
- Installing and Configuring Functional Safety and Cybersecurity Measures
- Validating Integrated Systems: Testing and Verification
- Monitoring and Maintaining System Integrity
- Practical Session: Configuring Safety and Security Controls
- Managing Safety and Security Incidents: Best Practices
- Investigating Incidents and Root Cause Analysis
- Improving System Design Based on Lessons Learned
- Developing a Continuous Improvement Plan for Safety and Security
- Final Discussion, Q&A, and Certification of Completion
Certificate and Accreditation
- AZTech Certificate of Completion for delegates who attend and complete the training course
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