Introduction
Course Overview
The utilities sector is increasingly exposed to cyber threats due to rapid digitalization. This programme equips CEOs, Directors, and Managers with the strategic awareness and foundational cybersecurity knowledge needed to protect critical infrastructure. It bridges the gap between executive leadership and cybersecurity operations, with a focus on OT/ICS/SCADA systems. Graduates will be able to support compliance, guide risk-informed decisions, and foster organizational resilience.
Course Objectives
By the end of the course, participants will be able to:
- Identify and evaluate cyber risks impacting IT/OT systems in critical infrastructure.
- Interpret cybersecurity policies/standards and ensure adherence to regulatory requirements.
- Contribute to incident response plans, escalation protocols, and business continuity strategies.
- Promote organizational cybersecurity awareness and foster a proactive security culture
- Align cybersecurity initiatives with business objectives, ethics, and evolving regulations.
- Articulate cyber risks and priorities to technical teams and executives for informed decision-making.
- Evaluate and enhance personal leadership influence on cybersecurity posture and continuous improvement
Course Outcomes
Upon completion, learners will be able to:
- Describe sector-specific cyber threats and vulnerabilities
- Explain cybersecurity governance, policy frameworks, and regulatory roles
- Guide incident response and service continuity efforts from a leadership standpoint.
- Identify methods to cultivate organizational cybersecurity awareness and accountability.
- Evaluate how cybersecurity initiatives support business objectives, regulations, and ethics
- Communicate cyber risks and mitigation strategies to technical and executive audiences.Reflect on leadership’s role in advancing cybersecurity posture and ethical practices
Course Outline
- Unit 1: Introduction to OT Systems and Cyber Security
- Unit 2: Risk assessment
- Unit 3: Regulatory compliance for critical infrastructure
- Unit 4: Business continuity, Incident management and Disaster recovery,
- Unit 5: Cybersecurity Policy Development and SETA
Participants' Profile/Target Group
- CEOs, Directors, and Managers in utility organisations
- Individuals responsible for cybersecurity policy, risk, or compliance
- Leaders aspiring to strengthen resilience across critical infrastructure