Masterclass

Masterclass Cybersecurity - Energy sector

This in-depth 8-week learning journey for the energy sector consists of 7 masterclass modules + live Q&A, lessons learned, homework discussions, expert advise and micro-coaching. We cover the most critical topics, which are usually not covered by the standard cybersecurity measures and require special attention due to rapid digitalization.

Sirris helps you fend off potential cybersecurity attacks.

This in-depth 8-week learning journey for the energy sector consists of 7 masterclass modules + live Q&A, lessons learned, homework discussions, expert advise and micro-coaching. We cover the most critical topics, which are usually not covered by the standard cybersecurity measures and require special attention due to rapid digitalization.

Why this matters?

We are experiencing increased security risks since the invasion of Ukraine.
According to the Global energy security report cybersecurity incidents in energy sector have dominated the first-half of 2022 since Russia's invasion of Ukraine. The numbers speak for themselves: 63 security incidents and attacks on energy infrastructure in the first six months, a 250% increase from a year earlier.
84% expect physical damage, 57% anticipate loss of life.
More than half of energy professionals believe cyberattacks on the industry soon will result in a loss of life and many companies are not doing enough to protect themselves. Source: DNV
Integrating OT into IT networks, comes with risks
As utilities move forward with modernizing and upgrading their operational technology (OT) networks, the progression toward converging them with information technology (IT) networks increases. While the benefits of integrating a utility’s IT and OT networks under a single operational umbrella are demonstrated, rising security threats and evolving security and privacy requirements come into play.

For whom?

CEOs, CTOs, OT engineers and IT admins in the energy sector, their suppliers and business partners. Are you worried about recent cyberattacks, digitalization and the security of virtual power plants? Then this Cybersecurity training is for you. As you are a decission maker when it comes to business and technology decisions, this course will allow you to immediatly act within your company, and as such have direct impact on its security level.

7 masterclass modules

14 hours of expertise. The courses are recorded and will be available afterwards. Main language = English

NETWORK SECURITY	Basics of network segregation Roadmap to threat analysis and segmentation Tools for segmentation Zero trust architecture
VIRTUAL POWER PLANT SECURITY	Minimal technical requirements Different solutions/approaches Stay in control and get visibility
DATA SECURITY	Data access control (traditional vs multi-factor, access on premise vs remote across public network) Data backup (local vs cloud) Data access and monitoring Private data? Needs to be handled differently (GDPR and compliance)
OT SECURITY	Network segregation IIoT solutions & architecture Best practices in keeping the firmware/software current How to deal with legacy machines
SUPPLY CHAIN SECURITY	Requirements to supply chain providers How to check and which questions to ask Tools and roadmap to secure supply chain
CULTURE & AWARENESS	Good practice for cybersafe CS awareness, training program and topics How to build cybersecurity culture in an organization (teams and resources assembling) CS culture development, execution, and measurement
CREATING YOUR ACTION PLAN	Step-by-step recommendations Structure of your cybersecurity plan

Practice sessions

10 hours of applying the new knowledge. Every 2 weeks we propose a live Q&A and coaching sessions.

Lessons learned	How the industry leaders tackle cybersecurity? Listen to real-life experiences from attendees. Hosted at 4 participating companies.
Homework discussion	Apply hands-on skills every week after the theoretical module. We’ll discuss your challenges in the coaching sessions.
Network experience	Break out rooms, discuss with colleagues from your sector.
Expert advise & micro-coaching	3 in-house experts give you advise on a specific topic of choice.