Introduction to NERC Cyber Security — Bulk Electric System (BES) Cyber System Categorization Training by Tonex
This comprehensive training course, “Introduction to NERC Cyber Security — Bulk Electric System (BES) Cyber System Categorization,” offered by Tonex, delves into the critical aspects of cyber security within the framework of the North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC). Participants will gain valuable insights into the categorization of cyber systems within the Bulk Electric System (BES) and the essential measures to safeguard against cyber threats.
Learning Objectives:
- Understand the NERC framework and its significance in securing the Bulk Electric System.
- Grasp the fundamentals of cyber system categorization within the BES.
- Explore key cyber security principles and best practices.
- Learn to identify and assess potential cyber threats to the Bulk Electric System.
- Acquire knowledge of compliance requirements and regulatory standards set by NERC.
- Develop practical skills to enhance the overall cyber resilience of critical infrastructure.
Audience: This course is designed for professionals in the energy sector, including power system operators, cybersecurity specialists, compliance officers, and those responsible for ensuring the security and reliability of Bulk Electric System operations.
Course Outline:
Module 1: NERC Overview and Regulatory Landscape
- Introduction to NERC
- NERC’s role in the energy sector
- Regulatory standards overview
- Compliance requirements
- Enforcement mechanisms
- Recent developments in NERC regulations
Module 2: Bulk Electric System (BES) Fundamentals
- Components of the BES
- Infrastructure of the BES
- Interconnected nature of BES assets
- Importance of BES in power systems
- BES reliability and resilience
- Emerging technologies in BES
Module 3: Cyber System Categorization
- Defining cyber systems within BES
- Categorization methodologies
- Criteria for cyber system classification
- Implications of categorization
- Case studies on cyber system categorization
- Updates and changes in categorization standards
Module 4: Cyber Security Principles and Best Practices
- Fundamental principles of cyber security
- Cyber security in the energy sector
- Best practices for securing cyber systems
- Incident response and recovery strategies
- Continuous monitoring for cyber threats
- Integration of security into system design
Module 5: Threat Identification and Assessment
- Types of cyber threats to the BES
- Recognizing potential cyber threats
- Threat intelligence and analysis
- Risk assessment methodologies
- Vulnerability assessments in BES
- Incident response planning and execution
Module 6: NERC Compliance and Reporting
- Overview of NERC compliance requirements
- Compliance documentation and record-keeping
- Reporting mechanisms for incidents
- NERC audit processes
- Continuous improvement in compliance
- Industry benchmarks and best practices in compliance reporting