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In the rapidly evolving landscape of digital threats, educational institutions face increasing vulnerabilities in their control systems, which manage critical infrastructure such as Central Utility Plants, HVAC, fire alarms, and access control. As campuses and their facilities become more interconnected, the integration of robust cybersecurity measures is paramount to protect sensitive data, ensure the safety of students and staff, and maintain operational continuity.
This presentation will explore the unique challenges and best practices for securing control systems within educational facilities. Attendees will gain insights into the latest cybersecurity threats targeting control systems, the potential consequences of inadequate protection, and practical strategies for mitigating risks.
Key topics include:
– Understanding the Threat Landscape: An overview of common cyber threats to control systems in educational settings.
– Risk Assessment and Management: Techniques for evaluating vulnerabilities and implementing effective risk management frameworks.
– Best Practices for Cybersecurity Integration: Step-by-step guidance on incorporating cybersecurity measures into existing control systems and planning for it in future facilities.
– Case Studies: Real-world examples of educational institutions that have successfully enhanced their cybersecurity posture.
By the end of this session, participants will be equipped with the knowledge and tools necessary to develop and implement comprehensive cybersecurity strategies tailored to the unique needs of educational facilities, ultimately fostering a safer and more resilient campus environment.
Learning Objectives:
1. Identify common cybersecurity threats to control systems in educational facilities and understand their potential impacts on campus operations.
2. Conduct thorough risk assessments to determine vulnerabilities within existing control systems and prioritize mitigation efforts.
3. Implement effective cybersecurity measures tailored to the specific needs of educational control systems, enhancing overall campus security.
4. Develop and apply a risk management framework that aligns with industry best practices for maintaining secure and resilient control systems.
5. Analyze and learn from real-world case studies, gaining practical insights into successful cybersecurity strategies deployed by other educational institutions.
Daniel Shepard, CISSP, CGRC, an accomplished leader with over 20 years of experience, currently heads the Dewberry Control System Cybersecurity Design Center in the Huntsville, AL Office. In this role, he leverages his extensive expertise to guide the center’s strategic initiatives and foster excellence in control system cybersecurity design. He also provides critical leadership within the firm’s MEPS Service Line iTAC (integrated Technology Automation Cybersecurity) Tactic and service offering for Cybersecurity, ensuring the strategic integration of cybersecurity in Dewberry’s MEPS design solutions.
Before joining Dewberry, Daniel served with distinction at the Department of Defense (DoD), where he played a crucial role in leading and supporting acquisition, program management, and technical initiatives related to cybersecurity and building automation design efforts. He managed these initiatives across a diverse range of systems and operations.
During his decade-long tenure at the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Huntsville Engineering Support Center, Daniel was the Technical Director of the Control System Cybersecurity Mandatory Center of Expertise, which he established for the USACE Military Programs Enterprise. He also contributed directly to construction-based research and development activities while supporting the design and construction of various DoD and federal facilities at the USACE Engineering Research Development Center’s Construction Engineering Research Laboratory (ERDC-CERL).
A recognized Subject Matter Expert in the DoD Risk Management Framework (RMF) process for Facility-Related Control Systems, Daniel played a pivotal role in securing the first RMF Authority to Operate (ATO) for an Army Utility Monitoring Control System (UMCS) at Ft. Hood’s Directorate of Public Works. His leadership extended further as he co-authored key DoD cybersecurity standards, including DoD Unified Facilities Criteria 4-010-06, “Cybersecurity of Facility Related Control Systems,” and Unified Facilities Guide Specification 25 05 11, “Cybersecurity for Facility Related Control Systems.”
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