IEC 62443 training

IEC 62443 is the leading standard for industrial cybersecurity. It covers all kinds of facilities and systems across a myriad of industries. TÜV SÜD’s experts IEC 62443 training introduce you to the topic of industrial security. The training covers issues related to control and automation systems and is based on the family of IEC 62443 standards.

While cyber-physical systems and increased connectivity have delivered multiple business benefits, they have also increased cyberattacks. Weaknesses that make cyberattacks easier can appear throughout any area of a connected system. If a cybersecurity breach does occur, the implications and level of risk can be catastrophic – personally, financially, legally and practically.

Planning and optimising cyber resilience throughout the entire system lifecycle, from design to support, is essential. Human error is one of the biggest and most preventable causes of cybersecurity breaches. If your team receives IEC 62443 training, they will have a greater understanding of the risks, threats, and implementation of effective measures. Heightened awareness across your business can help to prevent cybercrime.

TÜV SÜD has carried out countless professional tests on digital products and solutions. We assess compliance with certain country-specific requirements, and conformance to relevant standards and regulations, including the IEC 62443 standard.

Alongside their extensive experience in cybersecurity, our experts have spent many years working on global standardisation committees. Our cybersecurity training courses and workshops pass on our in-depth knowledge to your business.

To provide a practical and compact cybersecurity training programme, we have developed nine training modules. These modules can be combined freely, so you can easily create your own training programme to maximise value for your team. Our nine training modules include:

1. Overview of industrial automation
2. Fundamentals of industrial cybersecurity (protocols, systems, cryptography)
3. Cybersecurity laws and regulations (local, worldwide)
4. Overview of the IEC 62443 standard (scope, terms, concepts, roles, lifecycle approach)
5. Threat and risk assessments (methods, techniques, VDI/VDE 2182, IEC 62443-3-2, ISO 31000/31010)
6. Requirements for systems and components according to the IEC 62443 standard (IEC 62443-3-3, IEC 62443-4-2)
7. Requirements for a secure product development lifecycle (IEC 62443-4-1)
8. Requirements for the IT security program of service providers for industrial automation systems (IEC 62443-2-4)
9. IEC 62443 certification (process, scoping, documentation, maturity level, typical stumbling blocks)

We have also created five cybersecurity training programmes for specific target groups. You can cover each module within one day, but you can also attend them online over two days. You can also combine different training courses:

1. Industrial cybersecurity and the IEC 62443 standard: You are aware of the risk of hacker attacks on industrial environments, but do not really know how an attack could also affect your business or what your company can do about it. In this module, we will introduce you to the basics of industrial cybersecurity and give you an overview of IEC 62443.
2. Risk assessment and threat analysis in industry: To secure products or systems correctly you need a structured approach to risk assessment and identification of threats. In this module, we present established standards and methods and practice these with you. In a realistic and practical way, we use your products and your company as our case study.
3. IEC 62443 for product manufacturers: This is relevant for those that develop machinery or products. We explain what the IEC 62443 standard is all about, how it interacts with functional safety, and how you can use it to improve your development processes.
4. IEC 62443 for integrators and service providers: Not just operators of critical infrastructures demand secure systems. More and more industrial companies are demanding conformance with the IEC 62443 standard in their tenders. This module helps you to understand what the standard is all about and how you can benefit from it.
5. Preparation for IEC 62443 certification: If you are considering an IEC 62443 certification, this is the right training for you. We explain the certification process steps and how you can get prepared. We will discuss typical mistakes and explain how you can avoid them.