Certified Operational Technology Security Specialist (COTSS) from Tonex, Inc.

Certified Operational Technology Security Specialist (COTSS)

The "Certified Operational Technology Security Specialist (COTSS)" program addresses cybersecurity challenges in industrial control systems, SCADA, and critical infrastructure. Participants learn threat detection, segmentation, and incident response tailored to OT environments. Cybersecurity is critical in OT, where threats can cause physical disruptions, safety risks, and economic loss.

Course Overview

Overall Proficiency Level

2 - Intermediate

Course Catalog Number

T101

Course Prerequisites

None

Training Purpose

Functional Development

Management Development

Specific Audience

All

Delivery Method

Online, Self-Paced

Online, Self-Paced

Learning Objectives

Understand the unique security challenges of Operational Technology (OT) and Industrial Control Systems (ICS).
Implement security controls for SCADA, DCS, and other industrial networks.
Identify and mitigate cyber threats targeting critical infrastructure.
This specialization profoundly impacts cybersecurity by protecting critical industrial and national infrastructure from cyberattacks that could lead to physical damage, service disruption, and even loss of life, ensuring operational safety and reliability.
Develop secure architectures and incident response plans for OT environments.

Framework Connections

The materials within this course focus on the NICE Framework Task, Knowledge, and Skill statements identified within the indicated NICE Framework component(s):

Competency Areas

Work Roles

Feedback

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