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Demystifying Cybersecurity Experiential Learning for Operational Technologies (OT) and Industrial Control Systems (ICS)

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Conference

2024 ASEE-GSW

Location

Canyon, Texas

Publication Date

March 10, 2024

Start Date

March 10, 2024

End Date

March 12, 2024

Page Count

15

DOI

10.18260/1-2--45370

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https://peer.asee.org/45370

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95

Paper Authors

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Eman Hammad Texas A&M University

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Connor McLaren Texas A&M University

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Justin Leiden Texas A&M University

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Abstract

Cybersecurity of Operational Technologies (OT) and Industrial Control Systems (ICS) continue to be of great concern due to the inherent vulnerabilities of such technologies and the fact that OT/ICS are essential technologies that enable most critical infrastructures. Hence, this underscores the importance of proper training and education for OT/ICS cybersecurity. However, most technologies are costly and/or proprietary, further complicating educational efforts. This paper presents recent efforts at Texas A&M University, where a practical, accessible, and representative OT/ICS testbed was developed using a combination of low-cost and open-source technologies. The paper expands on the approach, tools, and examples of cybersecurity experiments that can be designed to enable OT/ICS cybersecurity training and education.

Hammad, E., & McLaren, C., & Leiden, J. (2024, March), Demystifying Cybersecurity Experiential Learning for Operational Technologies (OT) and Industrial Control Systems (ICS) Paper presented at 2024 ASEE-GSW, Canyon, Texas. 10.18260/1-2--45370

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