ExpertVendor-neutralInformation Systems Audit and Control Specialists· issued from US

CACE

Excida IEC 62443 Certified Automation Cybersecurity Expert

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$295

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› NICE Framework work roles

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DD-WRL-009PD-WRL-004DD-WRL-001DD-WRL-004

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Global

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› Core domains covered

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A14OT/ICS Security

SCADA, PLC security, Purdue model, ICS-specific threats, IT/OT convergence, IEC 62443.

› Prerequisites

Experience

Senior practitioner experience expected (5+ years). No formal prerequisite from the issuer.

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CCSACheck Point

CACE

Information Systems Audit and Control Specialists

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