Protecting Critical Infrastructure from Cyber Threats
In an increasingly digitized world, critical infrastructure—such as energy grids, water systems, transportation networks, and healthcare facilities—has become a prime target for cyberattacks.
- 5training days
- 5modules
- 10sessions
- 30topics
About the programme
Course Overview
In an increasingly digitized world, critical infrastructure—such as energy grids, water systems, transportation networks, and healthcare facilities—has become a prime target for cyberattacks.
These systems are essential to national security, public safety, and economic stability, and any disruption can have devastating consequences. Cyber threats targeting critical infrastructure are growing in sophistication, ranging from ransomware and advanced persistent threats (APTs) to insider sabotage and supply chain vulnerabilities.
Protecting these assets requires a proactive and strategic approach that combines technical defenses, risk analysis, incident response planning, and compliance with international standards. This 5-day workshop is designed to equip professionals with the knowledge and tools to secure critical infrastructure against evolving cyber risks.
Through hands-on sessions, case studies, and practical frameworks, participants will learn how to assess vulnerabilities, implement robust security controls, and build resilient systems that ensure continuity of essential services.
Whether you're in energy, transportation, healthcare, or public services, this training will help you safeguard what matters most.
Expected Learning Outcomes
Understand the nature of cyber threats targeting critical infrastructure
Analyze risks and assess vulnerabilities in industrial systems
Apply international standards and best practices for infrastructure protection
Develop incident response and recovery plans tailored to critical environments
Strengthen coordination between technical and executive digital collaboration tools
Integrate cybersecurity into business continuity strategies
Foster a culture of security within essential service organizations
Build a long-term roadmap for infrastructure resilience and protection
Who Should Attend
Cybersecurity officers in critical sectors
Infrastructure and operations managers
Incident response and SOC digital collaboration tools
Industrial control system (ICS/SCADA) engineers
Risk and compliance professionals
Digital governance and resilience consultants
Business continuity and emergency planning digital collaboration tools
Anyone responsible for securing essential infrastructure systems
Course Modules
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01Introduction to Critical Infrastructure Cybersecurity
Session 1What Is Critical Infrastructure and Why It Matters
- Key sectors and their societal impact
- Cyber risks and national security implications
- The link between digital safety and public trust
Session 2Modern Threats to Infrastructure Systems
- Advanced persistent threats (APT)
- Malware and sabotage attacks
- Insider threats and misconfigurations
02Risk Analysis and Vulnerability Assessment
Session 1Cyber Risk Assessment Methodologies
- Asset classification and prioritization
- Threat modeling and scenario planning
- Tools for infrastructure risk evaluation
Session 2Identifying and Addressing Vulnerabilities
- ICS/SCADA system assessments
- Technical and organizational weaknesses
- Reporting and remediation strategies
03Security Controls and Technical Safeguards
Session 1Implementing Technical Defenses
- Firewalls, IDS/IPS, and network segmentation
- Encryption and identity management
- Real-time monitoring and anomaly detection
Session 2Policies and Governance Frameworks
- Security policy development
- Access control and privilege management
- Compliance with NIST, ISO 27001, and sector-specific standards
04Incident Response and System Recovery
Session 1Building an Incident Response Plan
- Response phases and team roles
- Emergency communication protocols
- Coordination with external agencies
Session 2Post-Incident Recovery and Evaluation
- System restoration and data integrity
- Impact analysis and documentation
- Lessons learned and continuous improvement
05Organizational Integration and Sustainability
Session 1Cybersecurity and Business Continuity
- Linking security to operational resilience
- Emergency preparedness and recovery planning
- Defining KPIs and performance metrics
Session 2Building a Security-First Culture
- Staff training and awareness campaigns
- Executive engagement and leadership support
- Policy reviews and future-proofing strategies
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