ISA/IEC 62443 Lead Implementer

The ISA/IEC 62443 Lead Implementer training course enables participants to acquire the knowledge necessary to support an organization in effectively planning, implementing, managing, monitoring, and maintaining an industrial automation and control systems (IACS) security program in alignment with the ISA/IEC 62443 standards.

Why Should You Attend?

Cybersecurity threats targeting IACS are increasing in sophistication, scale, and impact. The most effective defense against these risks is the systematic implementation and management of industrial cybersecurity controls and best practices. In today’s environment, strong IACS security is also a core expectation of regulators, customers, and other stakeholders.

This training course is designed to prepare participants to implement and manage an IACS security program based on the ISA/IEC 62443 series of standards. It provides a comprehensive understanding of the best practices, processes, and life cycle management principles required to establish, maintain, and continually improve an organization’s industrial cybersecurity posture.

After attending the training course, you can take the exam. If you successfully pass it, you can apply for the “PECB Certified ISA/IEC 62443 Lead Implementer” credential, which demonstrates your ability and practical knowledge to implement and manage an IACS security program based on the requirements of the ISA/IEC 62443 standards.

This training course is intended for:

• Managers, engineers, and consultants seeking to develop or enhance their competence in implementing IACS security programs
• Professionals responsible for or involved in IACS security activities who wish to deepen their understanding of the ISA/IEC 62443 series of standards
• Security practitioners and risk managers looking to strengthen their skills in applying industrial cybersecurity controls, assessing maturity, and managing IACS security
• Individuals pursuing a career in IACS cybersecurity who want to learn a comprehensive methodology for designing, implementing, and maintaining security programs aligned with ISA/IEC 62443

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

• Explain the fundamental concepts and principles of an industrial automation and control systems (IACS) security program based on the ISA/IEC 62443 series of standards
• Interpret the ISA/IEC 62443 requirements, recommendations, and technical reports from the perspective of an implementer
• Manage threats by implementing security controls, assessing maturity, securing assets and supply chains, and plan patching
• Design and maintain an IACS security program aligned with ISA/IEC 62443, assess and manage risks, and define clear security roles and responsibilities
• Provide ongoing security awareness and training, monitor IACS environments for threats, conduct regular security testing, and respond swiftly to incidents

• Participants are encouraged to engage in exercises, take personal notes, and use free PECB resources (articles, whitepapers, InfoKits, magazines, webinars) to reinforce learning and stay up to date with industry developments.
• Participants are strongly encouraged to interact with one another, exchange ideas, and actively participate in discussions.
• The quiz structure within the course closely mirrors that of the certification exam, ensuring participants are well-prepared for the exam.
• PECB offers various training course delivery formats, from traditional classroom settings to modern, technology-driven solutions.

The main requirement for participating in this training course is having a general knowledge of the IACS concepts and ISA/IEC 62443.

• Day 1: Foundations of ISA/IEC 62443 and IACS security
• Day 2: Security requirements, maturity models, and threat landscape
• Day 3: Establishing and managing an IACS security program
• Day 4: Training, incident response, and sector-specific standards
• Day 5: Certification exam

The “PECB ISA/IEC 62443 Lead Implemeter” exam fully meets the PECB Examination and Certification Program (ECP) requirements. It covers the following competency domains:

• Domain 1: Fundamental principles and concepts of industrial automation and control systems (IACS)
• Domain 2: Application of ISA/IEC 62443 standards for uptime, resilience, and critical infrastructure protection

For specific information about the exam type, languages available, and other details, please visit the List of PECB Exams and Exam Rules and Policies.

After passing the exam, you can apply for one of the credentials in the table below. You will receive a certificate once you fulfill all the requirements of the selected credential.

The certification requirements for PECB ISA/IEC 62443 Lead Implementer are:

The IACS activities should follow best practices and include the following:

• Drafting an IACS security program implementation business case
• Managing an IACS security program
• Implementing security controls across systems and components
• Managing security documentation and compliance records
• Implementing corrective and preventive security actions
• Monitoring and reporting on IACS security program performance
• Managing an IACS security program implementation team

• Certificate and examination fees are included in the price of the training course.
• Participants will receive more than 400 pages of comprehensive training materials, including practical examples, exercises, and quizzes.
• Participants who have attended the training course will receive an attestation of course completion worth 31 CPD (Continuing Professional Development) credits.
• Candidates who have completed the training course with one of our partners and failed the first exam attempt are eligible to retake the exam for free within a 12-month period from the date the coupon code is received because the fee paid for the training course includes a first exam attempt and one retake. Otherwise, retake fees apply.

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