ICS/ OT Security
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ICS/OT Cybersecurity Advanced Skills
The Details
For: Ideal for IT/OT professionals and individuals who work in, interact with, or can affect ICS environments.
Intakes: May, June, July, August 2025
Eligibility: Course participants must have knowledge of networking and system administration, TCP/IP, network design, vulnerability assessment, and risk methodologies. A basic understanding of technology, networks, and security is required.
*3-5 years of experience in IT or OT fields
$1,300 + HST registration fee
Gain a deep understanding of ICS components, deployments, and key challenges in securing operational technology.
Experience hands-on labs covering attack surfaces, defense strategies, incident response, and network security in industrial environments.
Learn governance models, best practices, and essential resources to strengthen industrial cybersecurity and protect critical infrastructure.
Timeline
Week 1
The Professional Development Sessions are designed to provide learners with relevant, timely insights into important themes in organizational cybersecurity, such as addressing the challenges of new and emerging technology and critical issues in cybersecurity and compliance. These 2-hour interactive workshops provide opportunities for learners to explore topical issues and help learners identify opportunities to address them within almost any organizational context.
Weeks 2-12
Learners are enrolled into the SANS course and GIAC certification exam that aligns with their pathway. Over the 10 weeks, learners will gain immediately applicable skills through OnDemand self-paced learning platform with dedicated support from Subject Matter Experts (SMEs). The course includes hands-on labs, two practice exams, and a final exam. Learners are expected to commit 15-20 hours per week to successfully complete the course and certification.
Weeks 10-12
The Catalyst Cyber Range offers learners hands-on, ultra-realistic simulations for practicing, training, and assessing their technical cyber response skills. Learners can choose from three 4-hour simulation options, gaining experience as both Red Team and Blue Team members or exploring a cyber attack from the perspectives of the attacker, victim, and SOC analyst.
Weeks 12-14
Through the Careers and Employment Programming, learners gain access to comprehensive career resources covering job search fundamentals and professional growth strategies. Learners will participate in live career workshops on topics like leveraging program learnings, salary negotiations, and job search strategies. Learners will also have the opportunity to engage with industry professionals through networking events, coffee chats, and fireside Q&A panel sessions. In addition, learners will receive personalized guidance through one-on-one career coaching.
