Exam Details
The ISA/IEC 62443 Cybersecurity Fundamentals Specialist exam validates your knowledge of industrial control system (ICS) security, foundational cybersecurity principles, and the ISA/IEC 62443 standards. It covers risk assessment, security lifecycle, industrial network architecture, threat mitigation, and essential ICS/OT protection practices. Ideal for engineers, auditors, and cybersecurity professionals seeking to strengthen OT security and align with global industrial cybersecurity standards.
Module 1: Introduction to Industrial Cybersecurity
1. Overview of Industrial Automation and Control Systems (IACS)
2. Importance of Cybersecurity in Industrial Environments
3. Key Differences Between IT and OT Systems
4. Industrial Cyber Threat Landscape and Attack Vectors
5. Objectives of Industrial Cybersecurity (CIA Triad)
Module 2: Overview of the ISA/IEC 62443 Standards
1. Purpose and Scope of the ISA/IEC 62443 Series
2. Structure of the Standard (Parts 1 to 4)
3. Key Terminologies and Definitions
4. Relationship to Other Standards (ISO/IEC 27001, NIST, etc.)
5. Roles and Responsibilities Across Stakeholders
Module 3: IACS Security Lifecycle and Risk Management
1. Security Lifecycle Concept in Industrial Systems
2. Asset Identification and Classification
3. Threat and Vulnerability Analysis
4. Risk Assessment Methodology
5. Determining Target Security Levels (SL-T)
Module 4: Core Concepts and Models in ISA/IEC 62443
1. Zones and Conduits Model
2. Defense-in-Depth Strategy
3. Security Levels (SL 1–SL 4) and Application
4. Foundational Requirements (FR 1–FR 7)
5. Mapping Security Requirements to IACS Components
Module 5: Security Program and Governance (IEC 62443-2-x)
1. Establishing an Industrial Cybersecurity Program
2. Policies, Procedures, and Standards
3. Organizational Roles and Responsibilities
4. Security Training and Awareness
5. Incident Response and Recovery
Module 6: System and Component Security Requirements (IEC 62443-3-x & 4-x)
1. System Design and Architecture Security Controls
2. Component Requirements and Secure Product Development
3. Access Control and Authentication Mechanisms
4. Secure Configuration and Hardening Practices
5. Monitoring, Logging, and Incident Detection
Module 7: Implementation and Assessment
1. Implementation Roadmap for ISA/IEC 62443
2. Integration with ITSM, DevOps, and Risk Frameworks
3. Security Testing and Validation
4. Compliance, Certification, and Conformance Assessment
5. Continuous Improvement and Audit Readiness
Exam Benefits
Gain comprehensive understanding of ISA/IEC 62443 standards, Enhance ability to secure Industrial Automation and Control Systems (IACS), Bridge IT and OT cybersecurity knowledge gaps, Improve industrial network risk management skills, Strengthen understanding of defense-in-depth strategies, Validate professional competence in industrial cybersecurity, Increase employability in critical infrastructure sectors, Support compliance with global cybersecurity standards, Enable effective implementation of secure system architectures, Advance career growth in industrial and operational technology security
Who Should Attend
Industrial Control System (ICS) Engineers, OT and IT Security Professionals, Automation and Process Control Engineers, System Integrators and Solution Architects, Cybersecurity Analysts and Consultants, Compliance and Risk Management Professionals, Plant and Facility Managers, Network and Infrastructure Engineers, Industrial Equipment Manufacturers, Anyone responsible for securing Industrial Automation and Control Systems
Exam Syllabus
ISA/IEC 62443 Standard Overview, Industrial Cybersecurity Fundamentals, ICS/OT Architecture and Components, Cybersecurity Objectives and Attributes, Risk Assessment Concepts, Zones and Conduits Model, Security Lifecycle, Foundational Requirements (FR 1–7), Threats and Vulnerabilities in ICS, Access Control Principles, Network Security Basics, Policies Procedures and Governance, Security Technologies for ICS, Incident Detection and Response, Industrial Cybersecurity Best Practices
Exam Details
Exam Duration - 90 Min, Exam Pattern – MCQs, Number of Questions: 40, Passing Marks: 28, Exam Method – Online Open Book: No, Exam Pass Mark - 70% (28 out of 40) Exam Result - Immediate
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