This session provides an overview of cybersecurity as it relates to building automation control systems. The module covers market trends, identifying physical and logical risks, and methods to assess building owner requirements. Various cybersecurity approaches are discussed with reference work done by ASHRAE, NIST, the U.S. Department of Defense, and the Instrumentation Society of America. The module also provides a foundational background of control network architectures and technologies and methods for providing a comprehensive "fit-for-purpose" cybersecurity plan.
Instructors
Ron Bernstein, CEO, RBCG Consulting Read Bio
Ron Bernstein is CEO and Chief Engineer of RBCG Consulting, providing consulting services primarily for large end users and owners focusing on building automation control networking, system design, and specification development. He has over 35 years of experience developing interoperability standards, promoting open systems, and providing integration support for industrial, commercial, and residential automation and controls applications. He holds a BS in Mechanical Engineering, a master's in psychology, and a master's in philosophy - three cornerstones of his consulting practice.
Learning Objectives
Upon completion of this course, attendees will be able to:
- Understand the motivation to ensure secure smart building control systems;
- Understand the basic technical requirements of smart building cybersecurity approaches;
- Review smart building control network architectures and discuss associated cybersecurity best practices;
- Learn about cybersecurity tools and approaches for smart building controls;
- Explain cyber-security exploits and exposure threats that could be used on a Smart Building Control platform.
