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Integrating Functional Safety and Cybersecurity in Industrial Systems
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IT Management and Cyber Security
Course Overview
As industrial systems become increasingly interconnected and automated, the integration of functional safety and cybersecurity has become a vital 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 performance or safety.
This training course provides a comprehensive understanding of both domains and how to integrate them effectively in industrial environments. Participants will learn principles, standards, and best practices with a focus on risk assessment, system design, compliance, and real-world applications.
Course Objectives
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
Apply functional safety standards (IEC 61508, IEC 61511) and cybersecurity frameworks (IEC 62443, NIST)
Design and implement integrated safety and cybersecurity solutions
Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of safety and security measures
Respond effectively to safety and security incidents in industrial operations
Course Audience
This course is highly beneficial for professionals such as:
Safety and cybersecurity engineers
Automation and control system specialists
Risk managers and compliance officers
Industrial IT and OT professionals
Plant managers and operations supervisors
Professionals responsible for industrial system safety and security
Course Methodology
The course applies a mix of interactive lectures, case studies, group discussions, scenario planning, and hands-on exercises to ensure maximum understanding and retention. Participants will actively engage in analyzing risks, designing secure systems, and practicing incident response techniques.
Course Outline
Day 1 – Foundations of Functional Safety and Cybersecurity
Introduction to functional safety: key concepts and standards (IEC 61508, IEC 61511)
Fundamentals of cybersecurity in industrial systems
Importance of integrating safety and cybersecurity approaches
Common threats, vulnerabilities, and risks
Day 2 – Risk Assessment and Analysis
Conducting functional safety risk assessments
Identifying cybersecurity risks in industrial environments
Integrating safety and security risk assessments
Case study: combined risk analysis in a process plant
Day 3 – Designing Integrated Safety and Security Solutions
Principles of safe and secure system design
Implementing functional safety systems: Safety Integrity Levels (SILs)
Cybersecurity frameworks (IEC 62443, NIST)
Practical exercise: developing a safe and secure system architecture
Day 4 – Implementation and Validation
Installing and configuring safety and cybersecurity measures
Testing, verifying, and validating integrated systems
Monitoring and maintaining system integrity
Practical session: configuring safety and security controls
Day 5 – Incident Response and Continuous Improvement
Managing and responding to safety and security incidents
Root cause analysis and lessons learned
Enhancing system design for resilience
Developing a continuous improvement plan
Final discussion, Q&A, and certification of completion
Certificates
On successful completion of this training course, HighPoint Certificate will be awarded to the delegates. Continuing Professional Education credits (CPE): In accordance with the standards of the National Registry of CPE Sponsors, one CPE credit is granted per 50 minutes of attendance.