Hands-On Training for OT Cybersecurity Operations: Detect, Respond, and Defend
Operational Technology (OT) Cybersecurity Operations is a three-day course designed to equip you with the essential knowledge and practical skills required to ensure the security and integrity of OT environments. In today's technology-driven world, OT systems are widespread across various industries, making OT cybersecurity a crucial aspect of protecting assets, data, and personnel from cyber threats.
Through interactive and hands-on learning experiences, you will delve into the core concepts of OT cybersecurity operations. The course begins by providing an in-depth understanding of OT cyber threat intelligence, enabling you to proactively identify potential risks and vulnerabilities in OT systems. Next, you will develop strategies to enhance OT visibility and asset identification, allowing for effective monitoring and control of critical processes.
Moreover, the course emphasises the detection and mitigation of OT threats. You will learn advanced techniques and tools to identify malicious activities, abnormal behavior, and potential breaches within OT environments. Additionally, you will acquire the skills needed to orchestrate an efficient OT security incident response, mitigating the impact of cyber incidents, and ensuring business continuity.
Enrol in this advanced course to gain the knowledge and expertise required to effectively detect and respond to OT cyber-attacks. Participating in this course will make you an asset to organisations seeking to safeguard their OT operations against evolving cyber threats. Take advantage of this opportunity to enhance your career and contribute to critical infrastructure security.
Learning Objectives
- Apply OT Cyber Threat Intelligence techniques to discover threats and potential weaknesses in OT system environment.
- Plan and implement OT asset visibility and identification strategies.
- Plan and implement OT threat detection strategies.
- Create and execute an OT incident response plan.
Who should attend?
This workshop caters to individuals pursuing a fundamental understanding of OT Cybersecurity, with a particular focus on those working in mission-critical systems, facility management, and manufacturing sectors.
Entry Requirement
Have attended RP’s Introduction to OT Cybersecurity (1 day) course or have some prior knowledge in OT cybersecurity.
Certification
Certificate of Attendance.
Trainer’s Profile
James Tham. James started his career as an engineer in the Operational Technology (OT) space where he was responsible for the design and implantation of electrical and instrumentation systems for wastewater treatment facilities. He later pivoted to IT where he spent 13 years in the public sector where he managed the IT infrastructure and IT security in various government agencies.
He joined Republic Polytechnic in 2010 as a senior lecturer and has developed and taught security modules such as IT Security & Management, Ethical Hacking, Intrusion Detection & Prevention, Digital Forensics, IT Compliance, Cloud Security and Security Incident Response Management. He is currently the Programme Chair of the Diploma in Infocomm Security Management.
James is extremely passionate about cybersecurity and is a Certified Information System Security Professional (CISSP) since 2002. He is a member of the Association of Information Security Professionals (AISP), Singapore and has actively contributed to the AISP’s Information Security Book of Knowledge (IS BOK) 2.0. He is also a senior member of the International Society of Automation (ISA). James was appointed as a member of the Infocomm Media Development Authority (IMDA) expert panel in the area of IT Security and Cloud Computing since 2017. James obtained the GIAC Response & Industrial Defense (GRID) certification from SANS.
James holds a Bachelor’s degree in Electronic & Electrical Engineering as well as a Master’s degree in Systems Engineering. James has conducted courses for various organizations, including SP Services, Nanyang Academy of Fine Arts, SME Centre, SICCI, Sopra Steria Asia, M1, and the Thai Bankers' Association.