Essentials for NERC Critical Infrastructure Protection Training by Tonex
This comprehensive training program, “Essentials for NERC Critical Infrastructure Protection,” offered by Tonex, delves into the fundamental aspects of securing critical infrastructure in compliance with the North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) standards. Participants will gain a profound understanding of the regulatory landscape and essential strategies for safeguarding energy infrastructure against cyber and physical threats.
Learning Objectives:
- Grasp the foundational concepts of NERC Critical Infrastructure Protection (CIP) standards.
- Understand the regulatory framework governing the energy sector.
- Identify potential cyber and physical threats to critical infrastructure.
- Acquire skills to develop and implement effective security measures.
- Learn incident response and recovery strategies specific to NERC CIP.
- Gain insights into compliance reporting and audit processes.
Audience: This course is designed for professionals in the energy sector, including but not limited to:
- Energy Security Managers
- Compliance Officers
- IT and OT Security Professionals
- Operations Managers
- Regulatory Compliance Personnel
- System Engineers
Course Outline:
Module 1: Introduction to NERC CIP Standards
- NERC’s Mission and Role
- Evolution of NERC CIP Standards
- Key Objectives of NERC CIP
Module 2: Regulatory Landscape
- Overview of Energy Sector Regulations
- NERC CIP Compliance Framework
- Key Elements of NERC CIP Standards
Module 3: Threat Landscape for Critical Infrastructure
- Cyber Threats to Energy Infrastructure
- Physical Threats and Vulnerabilities
- Case Studies on Historical Incidents
Module 4: Security Measures and Best Practices
- Developing Security Policies
- Implementing Access Controls
- Network Security Best Practices
- Physical Security Measures
- Security Awareness Training
- Emerging Technologies in Security
Module 5: Incident Response and Recovery
- Incident Response Planning
- Communication Strategies During Incidents
- Recovery Procedures
- Lessons Learned from Past Incidents
- Continuous Improvement in Incident Response
- Cross-functional Collaboration in Incident Management
Module 6: Compliance Reporting and Audits
- Overview of Compliance Reporting
- NERC Audit Preparation
- Documentation and Record-Keeping
- Continuous Monitoring for Compliance
- Remediation Strategies
- Post-Audit Improvement Processes