Industrial Control Systems (ICS) Security Training By Emily W.Microsoft Archived: 2026-04-05 15:36:46 UTC Industrial Control Systems (ICS) and Operational Technology (OT) are increasingly targeted by cyber threats, putting businesses, governments, and national infrastructure at risk. Specialized ICS/OT security training is vital to securing operations across all industries and defending the systems that make, move, and power the world. The SANS ICS Security Mission Unlike traditional IT environments, ICS/OT systems face unique risks that demand both cybersecurity expertise and operational awareness. SANS ICS security training prepares defenders for the evolving threats targeting essential industries worldwide. From foundational to advanced—SANS ICS training, led by expert instructors with real-world labs using cyber physical systems, provides the knowledge and hands-on skills to defend the critical infrastructure and industrial operations that drive economies. Student Insights Even in the tech industry, ICS security is often overlooked. This training showed me how ICS threats impact all sectors and gave me the skills to mitigate them. Meet Your Experts https://ics.sans.org/blog/2016/01/09/confirmation-of-a-coordinated-attack-on-the-ukrainian-power-grid Page 1 of 19 https://ics.sans.org/blog/2016/01/09/confirmation-of-a-coordinated-attack-on-the-ukrainian-power-grid Page 2 of 19 Mark loves the ever-changing landscape of security and views it as a puzzle that must be solved. He especially loves the challenges in ICS security, where the cyber meets the physical. There is no greater success than a safe and effective process. Learn more https://ics.sans.org/blog/2016/01/09/confirmation-of-a-coordinated-attack-on-the-ukrainian-power-grid Page 3 of 19 https://ics.sans.org/blog/2016/01/09/confirmation-of-a-coordinated-attack-on-the-ukrainian-power-grid Page 4 of 19 Lesley Carhart Technical Director of Industrial Incident Response Lesley is Technical Director of Industrial Incident Response for North America for Dragos and teaches SANS Industrial Control System courses. She's a recognized leader in cybersecurity and has won a number of prestigious awards in the field. Learn more https://ics.sans.org/blog/2016/01/09/confirmation-of-a-coordinated-attack-on-the-ukrainian-power-grid Page 5 of 19 https://ics.sans.org/blog/2016/01/09/confirmation-of-a-coordinated-attack-on-the-ukrainian-power-grid Page 6 of 19 Jason Christopher Senior Vice President of Cybersecurity and Digital Transformation for Research and Innovation Jason D. Christopher, Energy Impact Partners SVP, teaches ICS456 and co-authors ICS418, turning regulation into safe, reliable OT-supporting programs and metrics to align practitioners and leaders on clear, defensible action. Learn more https://ics.sans.org/blog/2016/01/09/confirmation-of-a-coordinated-attack-on-the-ukrainian-power-grid Page 7 of 19 https://ics.sans.org/blog/2016/01/09/confirmation-of-a-coordinated-attack-on-the-ukrainian-power-grid Page 8 of 19 Tim Conway SANS ICS Curriculum Lead SANS Fellow Tim Conway, co-author of ICS456, ICS310, and ICS612, blends decades of hands-on ICS/OT security and compliance expertise with ongoing frontline consulting, helping students turn complex industrial challenges into practical skills. Learn more https://ics.sans.org/blog/2016/01/09/confirmation-of-a-coordinated-attack-on-the-ukrainian-power-grid Page 9 of 19 https://ics.sans.org/blog/2016/01/09/confirmation-of-a-coordinated-attack-on-the-ukrainian-power-grid Page 10 of 19 Jason Dely brings over 20 years of experience and a diverse industrial control system background to SANS and the industrial control system (ICS) community. Learn more https://ics.sans.org/blog/2016/01/09/confirmation-of-a-coordinated-attack-on-the-ukrainian-power-grid Page 11 of 19 https://ics.sans.org/blog/2016/01/09/confirmation-of-a-coordinated-attack-on-the-ukrainian-power-grid Page 12 of 19 Monta Elkins Hacker-in-Chief Monta Elkins is currently "Hacker-in-Chief" for FoxGuard Solutions, an ICS patch provider. A security researcher and consultant; he was formerly Security Architect for Rackspace, and the first ISO for Radford University. Learn more Explore Careers Within Industrial Control Systems Security SANS ICS Security Summit & Training 2026 https://ics.sans.org/blog/2016/01/09/confirmation-of-a-coordinated-attack-on-the-ukrainian-power-grid Page 13 of 19 The SANS ICS Security Summit offers something for everyone—from introductory learning for those new to ICS/OT security to advanced insights and techniques for seasoned practitioners and leaders. Join us at Disney in Orlando to experience immersive workshops, in-depth talks, and practical takeaways led by the industry’s top experts. Explore Event Upcoming Events Slide 1 of 3 Strengthening the Foundation: Implementing SANS ICS Controls 1 and 2 https://ics.sans.org/blog/2016/01/09/confirmation-of-a-coordinated-attack-on-the-ukrainian-power-grid Page 14 of 19 In this session, we dive into the first two pillars of the SANS Top 5 Critical ICS Controls: ICS Incident Response and Defensible Architecture. WebinarIndustrial Control Systems Security 3 Jun 2026 17:00 CDT Justin Searle View details Slide 2 of 3 ICS Solutions Track 2026: OT/ICS Actionable Industrial Cyber Defense - Live Demos, Real Attack Case Studies, and Proven Countermeasures Top ICS/OT vendors will showcase cutting-edge tools for anomaly detection, ransomware containment, and engineering-aware industrial ICS/OT incident response—proving how defenders can protect the systems that make, move, and power our world. https://ics.sans.org/blog/2016/01/09/confirmation-of-a-coordinated-attack-on-the-ukrainian-power-grid Page 15 of 19 WebinarIndustrial Control Systems Security 9 Jun 2026 10:00 EDT Dean Parsons View details Slide 3 of 3 SANS 2026 State of ICS/OT Security Survey Insights: Industrial Cybersecurity at a Crossroads Join us to discuss insights from SANS 9th annual State of ICS/OT Security Survey. This trusted industry research captures how organizations across sectors are evolving their industrial cybersecurity strategies in response to regulatory pressures, emerging threats, and operational demands. WebinarIndustrial Control Systems Security https://ics.sans.org/blog/2016/01/09/confirmation-of-a-coordinated-attack-on-the-ukrainian-power-grid Page 16 of 19 10 Nov 2026 10:30 EST Jason Christopher View details Slide 1 of 3 https://ics.sans.org/blog/2016/01/09/confirmation-of-a-coordinated-attack-on-the-ukrainian-power-grid Page 17 of 19 Slide 2 of 3 https://ics.sans.org/blog/2016/01/09/confirmation-of-a-coordinated-attack-on-the-ukrainian-power-grid Page 18 of 19 Slide 3 of 3 More Insights Frequently Asked Questions Source: https://ics.sans.org/blog/2016/01/09/confirmation-of-a-coordinated-attack-on-the-ukrainian-power-grid https://ics.sans.org/blog/2016/01/09/confirmation-of-a-coordinated-attack-on-the-ukrainian-power-grid Page 19 of 19