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ICS Practitioners Security (ICS203)

The ICS Practitioners Security (ICS203) course is a practical, hands-on training program designed to equip professionals with the fundamental skills required to secure Industrial Control Systems (ICS) and Operational Technology (OT) environments. Through guided demonstrations, interactive labs, and real-world case scenarios, participants learn how ICS assets operate, how they are targeted by adversaries, and what defensive measures are necessary to strengthen operational resilience. This course also prepares candidates to take the ICS-203 certification exam, and provides official certification upon successful completion.

course: ICS Practitioners Security (ICS203)

Duration: 2 days

Format: Virtual or Classroom

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Overview

ICS Practitioners Security (ICS203) provides a comprehensive foundation in industrial cybersecurity by introducing participants to the architecture, communication protocols, and security challenges found within modern ICS/OT ecosystems. The course focuses on actionable skills—such as identifying OT vulnerabilities, applying secure engineering principles, segmenting industrial networks, and detecting early-stage threats—to ensure participants can secure their operational environments effectively. Unlike purely theoretical cybersecurity programs, ICS203 emphasizes immersive, hands-on learning that replicates real industrial environments. Participants use practical tools, engage with realistic ICS simulations, and work through operational security scenarios that mirror the challenges found in critical infrastructure, manufacturing, utility environments, and other industrial sectors. Upon completion, participants are ready to confidently approach the ICS-203 exam and earn their certification.

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Who is this course for?

Who is the ICS Practitioners Security (ICS203) course for?

This course is designed for engineers, operators, technicians, security professionals, and IT staff who interact with or support industrial control systems. It is also ideal for professionals transitioning into ICS or OT security who need a practical foundation in safeguarding industrial environments. Whether your role involves maintaining equipment, monitoring networks, or ensuring operational continuity, this course helps you strengthen and defend ICS systems with real-world techniques.

Curriculum

What you will learn during our ICS Practitioners Security (ICS203) course.

  • An exploration of ICS terminology and a description of the elements involved
  • What are the differences and similarities between IT and OT?
  • What does your ICS Attack Surface look like?
  • What Threats to your ICS exist?
  • Where might your environment be vulnerable
  • A discussion of ICS Security incidents
  • An introduction to ICS Security risk
  • What is the Purdue model and how does it work in reality?
  • Securing legacy and existing systems
  • How to plan to reduce the security risk to your ICS environments
  • Best Practice Operational Security
  • How to understand Vendor and Supply Chain risk
  • How to build security into the procurement process
  • Security Incident identification
  • Security Incident response
  • Security Incident Recovery
  • Planning and Preparation
  • ICS Cyber Interactive exercise
  • Wrap Up/Exam
  • How to identify what current and emerging threats your ICS environments face.
  • Where your ICS environments may be vulnerable.
  • What actions you need to take to secure those environments and help reduce the risk.
  • How to prepare for and handle a cyber security incident in those environments.
  • CyberPhysical Systems
  • Distributed Systems Security
  • Risk Management and Governance
  • Security Operations and Incident Management

Preparation

How to best be prepared for our ICS Practitioners Security (ICS203) course.

Meet our instructors

Meet some of the Readynez Instructors you can meet on your course. They are experts, passionate about what they do, and dedicated to give back to their industry, their field, and those who want to learn, explore, and advance in their careers.

Tim Harwood

Tim Harwood

Tim Harwood is a highly experienced, certified Security Workforce and Capability Development leader with over 45 years of expertise in the intelligence and security arena.

Tim Harwood has a proven background in strategic workforce development, security training design, and delivery across large international energy organisations (100,000+ personnel), Tim brings deep insight into both the technical and human dimensions of security leadership. Tims extensive experience in project management, stakeholder engagement, and training development makes him uniquely qualified to guide participants through the complexities of leading OT/ICS cyber incidents.

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FAQ

FAQs for the ICS Practitioners Security (ICS203) course.

ICS Practitioners Security (ICS203) is a hands-on industrial cybersecurity training program that teaches foundational skills for securing ICS and OT systems. It also prepares participants to take the ICS-203 exam and earn the official certification.

Preparation includes reviewing basic ICS concepts, familiarizing yourself with common OT communication protocols, and revisiting foundational cybersecurity principles. Although no advanced preparation is required, a general understanding of industrial environments will help you benefit more from the course.

There are no strict prerequisites. However, having basic knowledge of networking, cybersecurity, or industrial systems will make it easier to follow the hands-on scenarios and prepare effectively for the ICS-203 exam.

The ICS203 course costs €1,990, which includes all course materials, instructor-led training, practical labs, and preparation for the ICS-203 certification exam.

Topics include OT threat landscapes, ICS architecture fundamentals, industrial communication protocols, vulnerability identification, hardening techniques, segmentation strategies, monitoring essentials, and practical defensive skills aligned with ICS-203 exam objectives.

Yes. The ICS-203 certification is recognized across critical infrastructure, manufacturing, utilities, and other industrial sectors. It validates practical OT security skills that are increasingly in demand as industrial environments face rising cyber threats.

The course is delivered over a compact 2-day training period designed to provide intensive, hands-on ICS security knowledge in a short timeframe.

Yes. The course is available both online and in person, depending on the training provider. Online sessions include virtual labs and interactive instructor-led teaching to ensure a full learning experience.

The course is designed to be accessible even for newcomers to industrial security. The practical labs help simplify complex concepts, while experienced professionals will appreciate the depth and real-world relevance of the material—all aligned to prepare you for the ICS-203 exam.

Stay updated with ICS advisories, practice with OT security tools, participate in industry communities, and follow developments in critical infrastructure cybersecurity. Applying course principles in daily work further reinforces your ICS-203 certification competencies.

 

Professionals holding ICS-203 certification typically earn between €60,000 and €120,000 annually, depending on experience, industry, and country. Roles in critical infrastructure security often offer higher compensation due to the specialized skill set.

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