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Training OT/ICS Security - Protecting Critical Industrial Systems
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OT/ICS Security training objectives
- Master advanced OT/ICS threats for professional certified training
- Develop specialized ICS penetration testing skills in enterprise
- Design robust defense strategies for critical industrial environments
- Implement OT monitoring and intrusion detection tools
- Optimize zero-trust security policies adapted to ICS systems
- Assess OT software vulnerabilities through expert audits
- Deploy secure hardening solutions for critical infrastructures
OT/ICS Security curriculum: 5 modules over 5 days
Module 1 : OT/ICS Security Fundamentals: Threats and Architectures (ICS Protocols, Purdue Model)
Discover the specifics of OT environments compared to IT, analyze historical attacks like Stuxnet or Triton through concrete cases, identify common entry vectors in ICS, perform a Purdue architecture mapping with practical exercises on virtual simulators, produce a preliminary risk report for your company, integrate IEC 62443 standards from day one for an immersive professional training.
Module 2 : ICS Protocols: Analysis and Securing (Modbus, DNP3, OPC UA, EtherNet/IP)
Dive into reverse engineering of ICS protocols with Wireshark and Scapy, simulate man-in-the-middle attacks on virtual PLCs, configure adapted IDS/IPS signatures via Snort, test resilience of encrypted OPC UA communications, develop Python scripts for protocol fuzzing, generate actionable deliverables like custom detection rules, apply these skills to real industrial scenarios to boost your software testing expertise.
Module 3 : Advanced OT/ICS Security Pentests: Tools and Methodologies (Metasploit, GrassMarlin)
Master non-intrusive pentests on HMI and SCADA with tools like GrassMarlin and PLCScan, exploit simulated zero-day vulnerabilities on RTU and IED, integrate Nmap and Nessus for passive OT scans, practice privilege escalations on isolated environments, document findings via OT-specific CVSS templates, collaborate in pairs for red team exercises, transform these tests into actionable recommendations to secure ICS software in enterprise.
Module 4 : Proactive OT/ICS Security Defense: Segmentation and Monitoring (Zero Trust, SIEM)
Implement network micro-segmentations with next-gen firewalls like Palo Alto OT, deploy lightweight EDR agents on ICS endpoints via Dragos or Claroty, configure SIEM dashboards for real-time anomaly detection, test resilience via tabletop exercises on ICS ransomwares, automate responses with adapted SOAR tools, produce a personalized hardening plan, integrate AI for threat prediction in your certified professional skills.
Module 5 : OT/ICS Security Audits and Compliance: Deliverables and Certification (IEC 62443, NIST)
Conduct a complete simulated audit on a virtual 4.0 factory, align practices with IEC 62443 and NIST CSF for OT, generate executive reports with mitigated exploit PoCs, prepare costed remediation plans in ROI, review via peer-review your security strategies, pass a practical certifying evaluation, leave with an OT software testing portfolio ready for enterprise deployment, consolidating your expert ICS security skills.
How OT/ICS Security skills are assessed
- Advanced technical MCQ on OT protocols and threats
- Practical case study: simulated pentest on SCADA
- Final project: complete audit with report and recommendations
How the OT/ICS Security course is taught
- Active pedagogy with 70% hands-on practice on virtual OT labs
- Real ICS attack cases analyzed in small groups
- Open-source and proprietary tools for realistic testing
- Unlimited video replay support and asynchronous exercises
OT/ICS Security training: access and practical arrangements
The Training OT/ICS Security - Protecting Critical Industrial Systems program is delivered onsite or remote (blended-learning, virtual classroom, remote presence). At Learni, an industry-certified training organization, every program is built to maximize skills acquisition regardless of the chosen format.
The trainer alternates between demonstrative, interrogative and active methods (through hands-on labs and/or scenarios). This pedagogical approach guarantees concrete learning that's immediately applicable at work.
Equipment required
For the smooth delivery of the Training OT/ICS Security - Protecting Critical Industrial Systems program, the following equipment is required:
- Mac or PC computers, high-speed fiber internet, whiteboard or flipchart, projector or interactive touch screen (for remote sessions)
- Training environments installed on workstations or accessible online
- Course materials, hands-on exercises and complementary resources
- Post-training access to materials and educational resources
For intra-company training on a site outside Learni, the client commits to providing all required teaching materials (computers, internet, etc.) for the smooth delivery of the program in line with the prerequisites in the communicated program.
* contact us for remote delivery feasibility** ratio varies depending on the program
Skills assessment methods
Assessment of skills acquired during the Training OT/ICS Security - Protecting Critical Industrial Systems program is performed through:
- During training: case studies, hands-on labs and professional scenarios
- End of training: self-assessment questionnaire and skills evaluation by the trainer
- After training: completion certificate detailing acquired skills
Program accessibility
Learni is committed to making its programs accessible. All our programs are accessible to people with disabilities. Our teams are available to adapt the pedagogical methods to your specific needs. Please contact us for any adjustment request.
Enrollment terms and lead times
Registration is possible up to 48 business hours before the start of training. All our programs are built for corporate L&D budgets and delivered onsite or remotely.
The Learni story
Founded by engineers and learning experts, Learni's mission is to make high-impact tech training accessible to teams everywhere. We work remotely with organizations across the US and Canada, in your time zone, to help teams upskill fast.
Our method
How Learni guarantees the quality of your OT/ICS Security training
Before, during, after: we frame the brief, introduce the trainer, tailor the content and measure impact. You stay in control from kickoff to wrap-up.
You meet the trainer beforehand
30-minute video call between you and the selected trainer to validate the fit, adjust content and clear any final doubts.
- Live briefing on goals and team context.
- Veto right — we swap the trainer for free if needed.
Content tailored to your context
No recycled slides. The syllabus is reworked from your real cases: tools, constraints, vocabulary, ongoing projects.
- Hands-on cases drawn from your stack and projects.
- Program co-written then validated by your team.
Continuous quality follow-up
Live evaluations, 30/90/180-day check-ins and a consolidation plan. If the impact misses the mark, we rework it.
- NPS, knowledge quizzes and skills self-assessment.
- Satisfaction guarantee: fully satisfied or free rework.
A simple promise: you don't pay to discover the trainer on day one. Everything is validated upfront, by you.
Our social commitment
A school kit donated to a child for every training booked
To fight inequalities in access to education, Learni donates a complete school kit to a child in need for every training booked. You build your skills, a child heads back to school.
- Backpack, notebooks and essential supplies
- Distributed through our partner charities
- Included, at no extra cost to you
FAQ
OT/ICS Security: frequently asked questions
Which tools are used in OT/ICS Security training?+
Hands-on work runs on ICS Protocols, purdue Model, modbus, DNP3, OPC UA and etherNet. Those tools come from the OT/ICS Security program itself, delivered on site over 5 days, so participants practise on the stack they will use at work.
What can participants do after OT/ICS Security training?+
They can master advanced OT/ICS threats for professional certified training, develop specialized ICS penetration testing skills in enterprise and design robust defense strategies for critical industrial environments. Those are the stated objectives of the OT/ICS Security program at Expert level, checked by the end-of-session assessment.
What does the OT/ICS Security program cover, day by day?+
Day 1: OT/ICS Security Fundamentals: Threats and Architectures (ICS Protocols, Purdue Model). Day 2: ICS Protocols: Analysis and Securing (Modbus, DNP3, OPC UA, EtherNet/IP). Day 3: Advanced OT/ICS Security Pentests: Tools and Methodologies (Metasploit, GrassMarlin). Day 4: Proactive OT/ICS Security Defense: Segmentation and Monitoring (Zero Trust, SIEM). Day 5: OT/ICS Security Audits and Compliance: Deliverables and Certification (IEC 62443, NIST). The OT/ICS Security program runs over 5 days, delivered on site.
How is OT/ICS Security training assessed?+
Assessment relies on advanced technical MCQ on OT protocols and threats, practical case study: simulated pentest on SCADA and final project: complete audit with report and recommendations. Learni issues a completion certificate together with the individual assessment report at the end of the OT/ICS Security program, which an L&D team can file as evidence.
How much does OT/ICS Security training cost per participant?+
OT/ICS Security training costs $5,775 per participant. For an in-company team, the flat rate starts at $10,395 for the whole group, up to 8 people. The detailed quote, sent within one business day, adjusts the amount to the format and how far the syllabus is tailored to your team.
How long does OT/ICS Security training take?+
5 days, available live online (US time zones) or on-site at your offices. Half-day tracks spread over several weeks are possible so the team stays operational.
Who pays for OT/ICS Security training?+
Most US teams pay directly through their company L&D or training budget. Learni invoices in US dollars and accepts bank transfer (ACH/wire) or card, with volume pricing for teams. A purchase order is welcome.
What do participants need to know before OT/ICS Security training?+
Advanced mastery of ICS protocols (Modbus, OPC UA, DNP3), experience in IT pentests and automated software testing, knowledge of OT architectures.
Is a certificate issued after OT/ICS Security training?+
Yes. A Learni completion certificate is issued, along with the individual evaluation report. Learni is a certified training provider and prepares for third-party certifications, but does not award them itself.
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