Fundamentals of OT Cybersecurity (ICS/SCADA)
What you will learn
Introduction to operational technology Cybersecurity
Operational Technology terminology
Distributed Control System (DCS)
Supervisory Control And Data Acquisition (SCADA)
Industrial Control Systems (ICS)
IT / OT Gap and Convergence
Operational Technology Logical design and components
Operational Technology Network Protocols
Modbus Analysis
Modbus Packet Analysis - LAB
Simple Virtual PLC - HMI - LAB
Operational Technology Cybersecurity Controls
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Comidoc Review
Our Verdict
Odemy's Fundamentals of OT Cybersecurity (ICS/SCADA) course offers an engaging learning experience that emphasizes the unique aspects of operational technology cybersecurity. It gives a comprehensive introduction to crucial terminology and foundational knowledge, making it appropriate for IT professionals looking to expand their horizons in understanding this niche domain. However, the depth on Modbus can overshadow other topics—limiting practical examples in OT security and leaving some students wishing for a greater focus on diverse cybersecurity approaches or techniques in OT environments. Nonetheless, the course provides an excellent starting point for beginners eager to understand industrial control systems, and ultimately can help bridge IT and OT professionals' understanding of the expanding cyber landscape.
What We Liked
- 5-hour comprehensive course covering essential concepts in Odemy's Fundamentals of OT Cybersecurity (ICS/SCADA)
- Dives deep into the Modbus protocol with detailed explanations and lab exercises
- Well-structured content for beginners, starting from basics to specific protocols and their security requirements
- Covers IT/OT gap and convergence; provides understanding of the unique challenges in securing OT environments
Potential Drawbacks
- Occasionally uneven structure: greater depth on Modbus than other topics, with limited practical examples for OT cybersecurity approaches or techniques
- Lacking real-world attack examples and preventative measures, except for the provided Modbus packet analysis lab
- Some students might prefer more hands-on labs to reinforce understanding of OT networks and systems
- Presentation could be organized more efficiently with clearer explanations in some instances