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A general background of SCADA system technology and cybersecurity concepts and technologies, showing how the two can be brought together to safeguard our infrastructure and computer automation systems. This book provides a high-level overview of this unique technology, with an explanation of each market segment. Readers will understand the vital issues and learn strategies for decreasing or eliminating system vulnerabilities.
The world has changed since the first edition was published in 2006. There have been many technological changes in communications and networking and in other areas of computer science. More focus is given to implementing cybersecurity protections and technical countermeasures. The second edition also takes advantage of the evolved industry-specific cybersecurity standards that have emerged, especially in the electric power and oil-and-gas pipeline industry sectors.
Features and Benefits
- Functional breakdown and explanation of the typical features, capabilities, and components of a SCADA system
- An overview of IT & cybersecurity technology and terminology
- Industry-specific as well as generalized discussion of SCADA vulnerabilities and available remediation strategies
- Discussion of physical and electronic security issues and strategies
Audience
- IT personnel
- Management
- Energy lending and finance professionals
- Anyone who seeks to understand how, or relies upon, energy markets
- Students
