SCADA Training - Supervisory Control And Data Acquisition

Learn SCADA by attending SCADA Training Course at TONEX

SCADA (Supervisory Control And Data Acquisition) systems also known as  Industrial Control System (ICS) run mission critical infrastructure such as telecom, nuclear plants, manufacturing, oil and gas refining plants, wind and solar power generation, gas pipelines, power grid, water treatment, chemical manufacturing, airports, and transportation.

The following is a list of the major control components of SCADA:

- Control Server. The control server hosts the DCS or PLC supervisory control software that is designed to communicate with lower-level control devices. The control server accesses subordinate control modules over an ICS network.

- SCADA Server or Master Terminal Unit (MTU) or Master Station. The SCADA Server is the device that acts as the master in a SCADA system. Remote terminal units and PLC devices (as described below) located at remote field sites usually act as slaves.

With SCADA systems, master station receives inputs from remote terminal units (RTU) that are connected to field instrumentation such as process ovens. When polled by the SCADA master, the RTUs transmit data to the central host for processing. SCADA software then logs alarms and displays the data graphically.

Our SCADA instructors have SCADA, SCADA security, Network Security and IT security expertise, a unique combination.

What is SCADA? Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition

SCADA (Supervisory Control And Data Acquisition) 

SCADA, Supervisory Control And Data Acquisition systems refer to the combination of telemetry and data acquisition. It consists of collecting information, transferring it back to a central site, carrying out necessary analysis and control, and then displaying this data on a number of operator screens. 

The SCADA system is used to monitor and control a plant or equipment. Control may be automatic or can be initiated by operator commands.

Primary functions of SCADA system:

·         Data acquisition

·         Data communication

·         Data presentation

·         Control

Points of SCADA Vulnerability are:

·         The IT Infrastructure

·         Leased Infrastructure; Frame Relay and Other Services

·         The Sensor/Fieldbus Networks

·         Wireless Systems

·         Rogue (Undocumented) Dial and Wireless Links

·         Infected/Compromised Portable Equipment

·         Network Management Systems 

SCADA Security Training - Supervisory control and data acquisition

Why should you choose TONEX for your SCADA Security Training?

SCADA (supervisory control and data acquisition) Risk Factors such as Standardized Protocols and Technologies, Connectivity,  Insecure and Rogue Connections, SCADA Public Information, SCADA Possible Incident Scenarios and Sources of Incidents are also discussed.

Attacking critical infrastructure control systems such as SCADA requires planning, passive monitoring, intelligence gathering, active attacks and the use of alternative access methods. This students will understand vulnerabilities in SCADA software, devices and communication protocols . Details about dozens of SCADA and ICS vulnerabilities will be discussed in case studies with proof-of-concept exploit code.

SCADA Training course provides advanced SCADA technical overview of the emerging trends, advanced applications, operations, management and security.

SCADA Training course covers all aspects of Industrial Control System (ICS) security for several types of control systems including: Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) systems, Distributed Control Systems (DCS) and Other control system configurations such as skid-mounted  Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC).

SCADA Characteristics,  Security Threats and  Vulnerabilities are discussed: Threats,  Potential SCADA Vulnerabilities,  Policy and Procedure Vulnerabilities, Platform Vulnerabilities and Network Vulnerabilities.

Learn how to develop a comprehensive SCADA security program:

·         Senior Management Buy-in

·         Build and Train a Cross-Functional Team

·         Define Charter and Scope

·         Define SCADA Specific Security Policies and Procedures

·         Define and Inventory SCADA Systems and Networks Assets

·         Perform Risk and Vulnerability Assessment

·         Define the Mitigation Controls

·         Provide Training and Raise Security Awareness

SCADA Training - Supervisory Control and Data Acquisitions

SCADA Training Course – SCADA (Supervisory Control And Data Acquisition) 

SCADA or Supervisory Control And Data Acquisitions are used to monitor, control and alarm plant or regional operating systems  for water and wastewater treatment facilities, intake and/or effluent structures, pumping stations, chlorination stations, chemical manufacturing, transportation, oil and gas control, control valve stations and the smart grid.

SCADA Training course provides a thorough technical overview of the principles behind SCADA and SCADA engineering.

The course covers the basics of SCADA system components, architecture, protocols, security and theory of operations. Learn how to evaluate potential SCADA benefits of applying the technology to your process application.