Securing Industrial Control Systems and Safety Instrumented Systems

A practical guide for safeguarding mission and safety critical systems

Publisher:Packt Publishing Limited

By: Jalal Bouhdada and Marco Ayala

Paid access

|Mar 2025

E-Book €29.99Institutions €128.95

Description

Maximize cybersecurity with industry best practices to protect Industrial Control Systems (ICS), particularly, Safety Instrumented Systems (SIS)

Key Features

Embrace proactive cybersecurity controls for SIS, recognizing the need for advanced protection strategies
Analyze real-world SIS incidents, detailing root causes, response actions, and long-term implications
Learn all about new threats in SIS like malware and ransomware, and explore future industrial cybersecurity trends
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Book Description

As modern process facilities become increasingly sophisticated and vulnerable to cyber threats, securing critical infrastructure is more crucial than ever. This book offers an indispensable guide to industrial cybersecurity and Safety Instrumented Systems (SIS), vital for maintaining the safety and reliability of critical systems and protecting your operations, personnel, and assets.
Starting with SIS design principles, the book delves into the architecture and protocols of safety networks. It provides hands-on experience identifying vulnerabilities and potential attack vectors, exploring how attackers might target SIS components. You’ll thoroughly analyze Key SIS technologies, threat modeling, and attack techniques targeting SIS controllers and engineer workstations. The book shows you how to secure Instrument Asset Management Systems (IAMS), implement physical security measures, and apply integrated risk management methodologies. It also covers compliance with emerging cybersecurity regulations and industry standards worldwide.
By the end of the book, you’ll have gained practical insights into various risk assessment methodologies and a comprehensive understanding of how to effectively protect critical infrastructure.

What you will learn

Explore SIS design, architecture, and key safety network protocols
Implement effective defense-in-depth strategies for SISs
Evaluate and mitigate physical security risks in industrial settings
Conduct threat modeling and risk assessments for industrial environments
Navigate the complex landscape of industrial cybersecurity regulations
Understand the impact of emerging technologies such as AI/ML, remote access, the cloud, and IIoT on SISs
Enhance collaboration and communication among stakeholders to strengthen SIS cybersecurity

Who this book is for

This book is for professionals responsible for protecting mission-critical systems and processes, including cybersecurity and functional safety experts, managers, consultants, engineers, and auditors. Familiarity with basic functional safety concepts and a foundational understanding of cybersecurity will help you make the most out of this book.