ISA’s March schedule for training and education classes covers a variety of topics, from cybersecurity to PLC architecture, configuration, installation and maintenance. ISA is recognized worldwide as a leader in non-biased, vendor-neutral education and training programs for automation professionals. Courses are offered at all levels, from experienced engineers and practicing technicians to newcomers to the [...]
Last December, a senior task force from the Automation Federation held a series of strategic briefings in Washington D.C. with White House staff, congressional leaders and a variety of governmental departments and agencies. Our objective was to raise greater awareness for two pressing issues affecting automation in the process, manufacturing and power generation industries: security [...]
Today, the Washington Post reported a defeat on the Cybersecurity Bill. ISA and the Automation Federation have been working to advance the support of the Cybersecurity Bill for some time. But for now it is dead in the water, and the Senate is headed for a one month recess. The article noted: A bill establishing [...]
In mid-April, a core team of executives and volunteer leaders from ISA and Automation Federation (AF) took a seat at the table with several engineering societies to discuss the future of the engineering profession. More than 30 engineering groups participated in multiple events including: The National Academy of Engineering’s (NAE) Annual Convocation of Engineering Societies [...]
1. Which is of the following is NOT an element of the ISA99.00.02 – Selected Security Counter Measures group? 2. “Countermeasures” in cyber security are measures taken to: 3. Why would a company issue security policies for industrial networks? 4. A key factor for the success of a cyber security program is: What are [...]
Once a hacker has gained access to a moderately secured network, they can easily determine the IP addresses of every device on the network. Using port scans, they then can determine if the device communicates through HTTP, SNMP, Telnet, MODBUS, etc. Once the communications protocol has been established, the hacker will first attempt to determine [...]
1. Most of the new and most dangerous hacking activity today is being driven by: 2. Which three basic properties are the building blocks of cyber security? 3. What is the biggest security problem if business networks connect directly to manufacturing control systems? 4. If a denial of service attack shuts down an industrial network, [...]
All industries are constantly challenged to reduce their budget and ensure that services or goods they purchase meet the most important needs of the company. Understanding the threats for your company will ensure that this budget is spent wisely and reduce the risks that most affect you. Watch this video to find out about the [...]
The network firewall is one of the most important tools in any cyber-security designer’s tool box. This seminar introduces you to the world of firewall system design, focusing on how these devices can be effectively deployed on the typical plant floor.
This seminar is part of the Control Systems Security & ANSI/ISA99 Series.
Risk analysis is an important step in creating your cybersecurity plan for your automation system. Risk Analysis not only identifies security vulnerabilities but also provides the business case for the countermeasures that reduce risk. This seminar introduces you to the concepts of risk analysis and how they are applied to industrial manufacturing and control systems. This seminar is also valuable for IT professionals who wish to learn the special considerations of automation systems in performing risk analysis.
This seminar is part of the Control Systems Security & ANSI/ISA99 Series.
