Asset owner (ISA secure ACSSA Scheme)

Key takeaway:

• Overview of the ACSSA scheme structure and scope under ISA Secure 
• Certification requirements for IACS products and asset owners
• Roles and obligations of asset owners as defined in IEC 62443-2-1, 2-4, 3-2, and 3-3
• Benefits of ACSSA certification for OEMs, integrators, and asset owners
• Process overview: preparation, certification, and maintenance
• Aligning with global (IEC 62443) and industry-specific cybersecurity regulations and best practices

This webinar introduces the Asset Certification Scheme for Security Assessment (ACSSA)—a core initiative within the ISA Secure certification program. ACSSA evaluates and certifies the cybersecurity of Industrial Automation and Control System (IACS) assets, ensuring they meet globally recognized standards such as IEC 62443. 

It empowers asset owners with both the technical understanding of IEC 62443 and the mindset to embed cybersecurity throughout the system lifecycle, from design to operation and maintenance.

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OUR WEBINAR WILL TACKLE THESE POINTS, FOCUSING ON:

• Introduction to the ISA Secure program and its role in OT cybersecurity
• Detailed explanation of the ACSSA scheme: structure and applicability
• Step-by-step walkthrough of assessment, testing, certification issuance, and recertification
• Strategic, compliance, and operational benefits of ACSSA certification in industrial settings

About the speaker

Mr. Vaibhav Sharma
Assistant Vice President, Cybersecurity (Global), TÜV SÜD

Vaibhav Sharma is a distinguished cybersecurity leader with over 18 years of experience in Cyber Risk Management, IT/OT, ICS Security, and Control System Engineering. He has a proven track record of leading large teams and implementing projects across diverse industries, including automotive, oil & gas, energy, manufacturing, chemical, and more. Vaibhav has held pivotal roles such as CSA Zero Trust Architecture exam reviewer and Co-Chair for the Cloud Security Alliance (CSA) IoT Working Group, and he is currently a Senior Member of the ISA Working Groups and Standard Committee.

Vaibhav's expertise encompasses cloud security, risk advisory, operational risk assessments, program management, and project controls design and implementation. He has substantial industry experience with technical, communication, and delivery skills in greenfield, brownfield, and migration projects. His global experience includes cross-functional delivery, program management, pre-sales techno-commercial support, and business process development.

Vaibhav is adept at leading teams to implement cutting-edge digital trends such as Zero Trust in Automotive, OT security, Digital Smart Factory, and AI use cases in OT. Currently, Vaibhav is focused on enhancing capabilities to deliver complex business processes integrated with digital innovations. His leadership and strategic vision have driven significant advancements in cybersecurity across multiple sectors, making him a sought-after expert in the field.