SIS Security Design and Architecture

In the age of the Internet of Everything (IoE), Artificial Intelligence (AI), and the fast-evolving digital space, security awareness is becoming an increasingly important part of everyday life. With organizations storing a growing amount of sensitive data and personal information, it is no surprise that people are becoming more mindful and vigilant when it comes to potential security threats that can affect their privacy and financial records. Yet most of the public is not aware of the security issues that face critical infrastructure. One of the most relevant and important areas today is understanding the security of Industrial Control Systems (ICSs) – systems that monitor, control, and protect operations and production environments – and, in particular, Safety Instrumented Systems (SISs). These systems are often tasked with managing the safety of mission critical assets and, as such, need to be designed to guarantee the utmost security...