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OT/ICS Cybersecurity Foundation


Date: 26 September 2026 | Posted by: voska89
OT/ICS Cybersecurity Foundation
OT/ICS Cybersecurity Foundation
Published 9/2026
Created by David Onuchukwu
MP4 | Video: h264, 1280x720 | Audio: AAC, 44.1 KHz, 2 Ch
Level: Beginner | Genre: eLearning | Language: English | Duration: 7 Lectures ( 2h 45m ) | Size: 1020.4 MB


A beginner-friendly guide to OT/ICS cybersecurity for IT professionals, engineers, and career changers

What you'll learn


⚡ Master the critical differences between IT and OT security
⚡ Design secure OT networks using the Purdue Model
⚡ Analyze common industrial protocols and their security weaknesses
⚡ Identify and assess OT-specific threats and attack vectors
⚡ Apply security controls appropriate to OT environments
⚡ Align your security program with industry standards

Requirements


❗ No prior OT or industrial cybersecurity experience is required
❗ Familiarity with general cybersecurity concepts (firewalls, antivirus, etc.) is helpful but completely optional
❗ A computer (Windows, Mac, or Linux) with internet access
❗ 8 GB of RAM is strongly recommended if you want to run the optional lab exercises using virtual machines
❗ No special software or tools are needed – you'll be guided through the setup in the course

Description


Industrial Control Systems (ICS) power our electricity, water, oil, gas, manufacturing, and transportation. They are everywhere, they are increasingly under attack, and the security skills needed to defend them are dramatically different from traditional IT .
This course is designed for IT professionals, network engineers, security analysts, and career changers who want to step confidently into the world of operational technology cybersecurity . Whether you are moving from IT to OT, transitioning from engineering to security, or starting a new career path, you will gain the foundational knowledge needed to protect the systems that run our world .
You will learn how to read industrial protocols on the wire – packet by packet – using Wireshark, map any plant to the Purdue Reference Model, design Industrial DMZs with zones and conduits, and apply practical security controls . You will also explore real-world attack scenarios and understand the lessons learned from major incidents .
Whether you're an IT professional looking to transition into OT security, an engineer wanting to understand cyber risks, or a career changer building a new path, you're in the right place. No prior OT experience is required – just bring your curiosity and a willingness to learn.
What You'll Get
✨6 video lessons covering foundational OT/ICS security concepts
✨able slides and resources for each lesson
✨A glossary of key OT/ICS terms
✨A certificate of completion to add to your LinkedIn profile and share with employers
✨exam questions to test your knowledge

Who this course is for


⭐ IT and Cybersecurity Professionals
⭐ Control and Automation Engineers
⭐ Career Changers and Recent Graduates
⭐ Plant and Facility Managers

Homepage

https://www.udemy.com/course/otics-cybersecurity-foundation


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