Cybersecurity for Industrial Systems

Protecting the core of our critical infrastructure in the Industry 4.0 era.

In a world where IT/OT convergence exposes SCADA, DCS, and PLCs to advanced cyberattacks, safeguarding industrial systems is no longer an option-it is a vital urgency.

Synthesizing 28 years of hands-on expertise in IT-OT architecture into a comprehensive 650-page reference, this engineering manual stands as the definitive guide to bridging the gap between strict regulatory requirements and on-the-ground operational realities. It provides the actionable framework professionals need to build robust, end-to-end cyber-resilience.

Through this practical guide, you will learn how to:

- Design secure architectures: Seamlessly integrate the Purdue model, implement rigorous network segregation, and apply true defense-in-depth strategies.

- Analyze industrial threats: Dissect the anatomy of historical cyberattacks (e.g., Stuxnet) and understand the specific behaviors of OT-targeted malware.

- Apply international standards: Concretely deploy the IEC 62443 framework and prepare your infrastructure for NIS2 directive compliance.

- Master governance and risk management: Conduct thorough audits, secure legacy industrial protocols, and establish incident response plans specifically adapted to the physical world.

Whether you are an IT/OT architect, a CISO, or an industrial control systems engineer, this book strips away the theoretical filler to deliver field-tested expertise, equipping you to protect your most critical assets against today's sophisticated threats.