- Operational Technology
OT100: Introduction to OT and CNI
A beginner-friendly course on Operational Technology (OT) fundamentals, Critical National Infrastructure (CNI) sectors, infrastructure components, and programming controllers.
- Fundamentals
- In-person
Course at a glance
Get grounded in OT essentials
This one-day foundational course introduces OT and OTโs importance across critical national infrastructure (CNI). Youโll learn what OT systems are, how they differ from IT, and the types of infrastructure and control devices used โ from ICS to network flow. Youโll also explore different CNI sectors and how they interconnect, before stepping through real-world examples of cyber incidents targeting OT. Through engaging discussion and scenarios, youโll gain the basic knowledge you need to understand OT and begin building cyber resilience in industrial environments.
Whoโs this course for?
Perfect for anyone new to Operational Technology, including professionals in engineering, public services, infrastructure, or utilities looking to understand OT environments and how cyber security applies.
Modules
See how key infrastructure sectors rely on OT, how systems interconnect, and what happens when they cascade.
- What is CNI?
- Different CNI Sectors, Inter-dependencies and Cascading effects
Understand the devices and workflows that keep OT systems operating, โ and why they matter.
- Different ICS/OT Terms – SCADA/DCS/PCS/EMS/AS/SIS
- OT infrastructure components – HMI, Field Controllers, Field Devices, Servers, Engineering Workstations, Safety Systems
- Attacks On ICS – Oldmart Water Treatment, Colonial Pipeline, SPower, Stuxnet
- IT and ICS – Priorities (OT Cybersecurity Tenets); Security, Communication, Operations, Support, Convergence
- Types of Facilities – Site, Transmission, Generation, Distribution
- Manufacturing -Discreet and process (Continuous, batch, hybrid)
- ICS Flow – Process Flow; Communication Flow; Data Flow
- Common Protocols – Modbus; DNP3; ICCP; Fieldbus; Profibus; Profinet; OPC
- Learning the controllers – Basics and programming of PLCs,
Hands-on Training
Interactive sessions using real-world examples to show how OT systems work and where risks can emerge with hands on programming experience on simulated environments.
How will you learn?
Through expert-led instruction, familiar examples, and scenario-driven conversations, engaging, grounded, and all rooted in practical relevance.
Prerequisites
No previous experience with Operational Technology required, although some knowledge of cyber security would be beneficial.
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Feedback from past attendees
- Training Courses
Working with Cyber Innovation Hub to deliver our Business Continuity and Cyber Threat Simulation Day was outstanding. Their facilitation encouraged โฏengagement from the team and created a safe space for honest reflection and learning. The scenarios tested our thinking and exposed areas for improvement, which led to tangible outcomes in refining our continuity plans and strengthening our overall resilience. Highly recommended for any organisations looking to test and or improve their Cyber security responses.
- Training Courses
โParticipating in the OT102: Foundations of OT Cybersecurity course, delivered by Cyber Innovation Hub, strengthened our understanding of OT risks and practices. The programme was relevant and expertly delivered, equipping staff with knowledge to safeguard infrastructure. We recommend this course to organisations seeking greater resilience.”
- Training Courses
โThe Cyber Innovation Hubโs Applied Foundations of OT Cybersecurity was a package that developed our understanding of OT and security control requirements. Well-paced and delivered, it gave us hands-on experience which consolidated learning. Iโm looking forward to future packages to build upon this foundation.โ
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