Industrial Cybersecurity Foundation Practitioner (ICFP) Based on ISA/IEC 62443 standard
This course provides a comprehensive introduction to industrial cybersecurity based on the globally recognized IEC 62443 standards. It equips participants with foundational knowledge of securing Industrial Automation and Control Systems (IACS), addressing evolving cyber threats across OT environments such as manufacturing, energy, utilities, and critical infrastructure.
Participants will gain a strong understanding of cybersecurity concepts, terminology, risk drivers, and the structure of the IEC 62443 standard series, forming the basis for advanced specialization tracks.
Course Objectives
- Understand the core concepts of industrial cybersecurity and its importance in protecting IACS/OT environments
- Explain the structure, scope, and purpose of the IEC 62443 standard series.
- Differentiate between IT and OT cybersecurity requirements and challenges
- Identify key components of industrial systems including assets, networks, and communication flows
- Apply foundational concepts such as zones, conduct, and security levels
- Recognize common threats, vulnerabilities, and attack vectors in industrial environments
- Understand the roles and responsibilities of asset owners, system integrators, and product suppliers
- Build a baseline for progressing into advanced IEC 62443 specialist tracks
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ExperientialLearning with Cloud Lab
The ICFP establishes the foundation for understandingindustrial and OT cybersecurity, introducing participants to IACS architecture,ICS, SCADA, DCS, PLCs, industrial networks, OT threats and the fundamentals ofIEC 62443. It builds the essential vocabulary and conceptual understandingrequired to recognize how cybersecurity challenges in industrial environmentsdiffer from those in conventional IT environments.
Experiential learning with Cloud Lab brings thesefoundational concepts to life through hands-on exercises and practicalscenarios delivered in a cloud-based environment. Participants can exploreindustrial cybersecurity concepts in a controlled setting and connecttheoretical principles such as zones, conduits, security levels, assets,threats and vulnerabilities with practical situations.
This learning experience helps participants move beyondunderstanding terminology to developing the confidence to recognizecybersecurity risks and security considerations within real-world industrialenvironments. The Cloud Lab reinforces the classroom learning and provides apractical foundation for progressing to the advanced stages of the ICP CareerPath.
- Fundamentals of industrial cybersecurity and OT threat landscape
- Structure and purpose of IEC 62443 standards
- Differences between IT and OT cybersecurity
- Key concepts: zones, conducts, security levels
- Introduction to risk management in IACS
- Roles and responsibilities across asset owners, integrators, and product suppliers
- Introduction to Industrial Cybersecurity
- Overview of IEC 62443 Standards Series
- IACS Architecture and Components
- Threats, Vulnerabilities, and Risk Concepts
- Security Levels, Zones, and Conduct
- Basic Security Controls and Best Practices
- Governance and Lifecycle Approach
- OT/ICS engineers and operators
- IT security professionals transitioning to OT
- Plant managers and operations personnel
- Cybersecurity consultants and auditors
- Freshers or professionals entering industrial cybersecurity.
Basic understanding ofIT or industrial systems (recommended but not mandatory)
- Establishes strong foundation in industrial cybersecurity
- Entry point into IEC 62443 certification pathway
- Enhances cross-domain (IT-OT) career opportunities
- Prepares for advanced specialist roles (Risk, Design, Operations)
Exam consisting of multiple-choice questions
Number of questions: 50
Exam duration: 60 minutes
Passing criteria: 70% to be scored
1. What is the mode of this course?
The course is available in either modes: classroom or virtual.
2. Is VILT a live training, or do I get access to watch pre-recorded videos?
This is a live virtual instructor-led training (VILT) session where you can interact with the trainer.
Pre-recorded videos are not available or permitted.
3. Will I get a refund if I cancel my enrolment?
Please check Cancellation and Refund Policy page.
4. Can the dates of the training be customized?
The training dates are published in advance, although you may let us know your preferred dates for exclusive training by mailing us on [email protected].
5. How does Industrial Cybersecurity Foundation Specialist Training help?
Participants will gain a strong understanding of cybersecurity concepts, terminology, risk drivers, and the structure of the IEC 62443 standard series, forming the basis for advanced specialization tracks.
6. To whom is this training relevant?
- OT/ICS engineers and operators
- IT security professionals transitioning to OT
- Plant managers and operations personnel
- Cybersecurity consultants and auditors
- Freshers or professionals entering industrial cybersecurity
7. Are there any prerequisites to attending the training?
Basic understanding of IT or industrial systems (recommended but not mandatory)
8. How are the examinations hosted?
Remotely proctored Online exam.
9. What is the duration of the examination?
Exam duration is 60 minutes.
10. How are participants assessed during the course?
Participants must appear for an online examination at the end of the course, which is remotely proctored.
11. What is the passing criterion for a written examination?
Minimum passing criteria is 70%.
The exam consists of 50 multiple-choice questions.
12. Will I be awarded a certificate for attending the training course?
The Certificate of Successful Completion will be awarded by TÜV SÜD to participants.
13. Is it possible to retake the online final exam? Under what conditions is this possible?
Students who fail the online examination are allowed one retake examination at no cost.
14. Will I be charged for an online exam retake?
Please contact TÜV SÜD representatives to avail one retake exam at no cost.