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Integrating Functional Safety and Cybersecurity in Industrial Systems

Achieving Reliable, Safe, and Secure Industrial Operations

Integrating Functional Safety and Cybersecurity in Industrial Systems
Course Schedule

CLASSROOM

16-20 Jun 2025
Dubai
$5,950
06-10 Oct 2025
Dubai
$5,950
Certificate
  • Coventry Academy Certificate of Attendance will be provided to delegates who attend and complete the course.

Training Overview

Training Overview

As industrial systems become more interconnected and automated, the need to integrate functional safety and cybersecurity has become essential. Functional safety ensures that systems perform reliably and safely within specified conditions, while cybersecurity safeguards these systems from external threats that could jeopardize their safety or functionality.

This Integrating Functional Safety and Cybersecurity in Industrial Systems training course offers a thorough approach to understanding and applying both concepts in industrial settings. Participants will dive into the principles, standards, and best practices for merging these areas, with a focus on risk assessment, system design, compliance, and real-world implementation. By blending theoretical insights with hands-on exercises, this course prepares professionals to protect industrial systems from both operational failures and cyber threats.

What are the goals?

By the end of this training course, participants will be able to:

  • Understand the principles of functional safety and cybersecurity in industrial systems
  • Identify potential safety risks and cybersecurity threats in interconnected environments
  • Conduct integrated risk assessments for safety and security
  • Implement functional safety standards (e.g., IEC 61508, IEC 61511) and cybersecurity frameworks (e.g., IEC 62443)
  • Design and deploy integrated safety and cybersecurity solutions
  • Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of integrated safety and security measures
  • Respond effectively to safety and security incidents in industrial systems

Who is this Training Course for?

This training course is suitable to a wide range of professionals but will greatly benefit:

  • Safety and cybersecurity engineers
  • Automation and control system professionals
  • Risk managers and compliance officers
  • Industrial IT and OT professionals
  • Plant managers and operations supervisors
  • Professionals responsible for industrial system safety and security

How will this Training Course be Presented?

This training course will utilise a variety of proven adult learning techniques to ensure maximum understanding, comprehension and retention of the information presented. This includes an interactive mixture of lecture-led learning & group discussions.

The Course Content

Day One: Foundations of Functional Safety and Cybersecurity
  • Introduction to Functional Safety: Key Concepts and Standards (IEC 61508, IEC 61511)
  • Fundamentals of Cybersecurity in Industrial Systems
  • The Need for Integrated Safety and Cybersecurity Approaches
  • Overview of Common Threats, Vulnerabilities, and Risks
Day Two: Risk Assessment and Analysis
  • Conducting Functional Safety Risk Assessments
  • Identifying Cybersecurity Risks in Industrial Systems
  • Integrating Risk Assessment for Safety and Security
  • Case Study: Combined Risk Analysis in a Process Plant
Day Three: Designing Integrated Safety and Security Solutions
  • Principles of Safe and Secure System Design
  • Implementing Functional Safety Systems: Safety Integrity Levels (SILs)
  • Cybersecurity Frameworks for Industrial Systems (IEC 62443, NIST)
  • Hands-On Exercise: Developing a Safe and Secure System Architecture
Day Four: Implementation and Validation
  • Installing and Configuring Functional Safety and Cybersecurity Measures
  • Validating Integrated Systems: Testing and Verification
  • Monitoring and Maintaining System Integrity
  • Practical Session: Configuring Safety and Security Controls
Day Five: Incident Response and Continuous Improvement
  • Managing Safety and Security Incidents: Best Practices
  • Investigating Incidents and Root Cause Analysis
  • Improving System Design Based on Lessons Learned
  • Developing a Continuous Improvement Plan for Safety and Security
  • Final Discussion, Q&A, and Certification of Completion