IED Protection Tools and Cyber Security

INTRODUCTION

This training course addresses the critical need for power system professionals to master both protection applications and cybersecurity aspects of Intelligent Electronic Devices (IEDs), which form the backbone of modern power grid protection. To meet the energy and power needs of the modern world, power grid operators increasingly use an array of IED protection that include protective relays, circuit brakers, capacitor bank switches, recloser controllers and voltage regulators with high intelligence and increased levels of connectivity. As power systems become increasingly interconnected and digitalized, understanding the intricate relationship between protection functionality and cybersecurity is essential for maintaining grid reliability and security.

The training course delivers comprehensive, hands-on training that bridges the gap between traditional protection engineering and modern cybersecurity requirements. Participants will gain practical experience with IED configuration, protection scheme design, and security implementation through real-world scenarios and laboratory exercises. The training course combines advanced protection concepts with cutting-edge cybersecurity practices, ensuring participants can implement and maintain secure, reliable protection systems that meet both operational and security requirements in today's evolving power grid environment.

This GLOMACS IED Protection Tools and Cyber Security training course will highlight:

• Master practical IED configuration and testing techniques using industry-standard tools
• Develop expertise in implementing complex protection schemes while maintaining cybersecurity
• Gain experience with IEC 61850 communications and security standards (IEC 62443, IEC 62351, IEEE 1686) 
• Learn to integrate protection functions with modern cybersecurity requirements
• Acquire practical skills in security assessment and incident response for protection systems

Objectives

At the end of this training course, you will learn to:                               

• Implement advanced protection schemes using modern IEDs
• Analyze cyber threats to power system IEDs
• Design secure communication architectures and cybersecurity controls for protection systems
• Develop integrated protection and security testing procedures
• Apply effective incident response and recovery strategies

Training Methodology

This training course will utilize various proven adult learning techniques to ensure maximum understanding, comprehension and retention of the information presented. This includes many examples to clarify the concepts, standards, and communication protocols and also a set of practical breakout exercises to enable delegates working in groups active participation in discussions and sharing ideas and experiences towards the completions of the exercises.

Organisational Impact

This specialized training course empowers organizations to enhance their power system reliability and cybersecurity through comprehensive understanding of modern IED protection and security practices in the following ways:

• Improve power system reliability through better configuration and maintenance of protection systems
• Reduce cybersecurity risks through enhanced protection system security implementation
• Minimize system downtime by improving incident response and recovery capabilities
• Achieve compliance with current protection, communication protocols, cybersecurity standards, and best practices
• Optimize investment in protection systems through better specification and implementation
• Strengthen organizational resilience through better-trained and more competent technical staff

Personal Impact

This comprehensive training course equips participants with advanced skills in both protection engineering and cybersecurity, enhancing their value to organizations and opening new career opportunities in power system automation in the following ways:

• Develop unique expertise combining protection and cybersecurity skills for career advancement
• Master industry-standard tools, communication protocols, and standards essential for modern protection systems
• Gain practical troubleshooting skills for complex protection and security issues
• Build confidence in designing and implementing secure protection schemes
• Enhance professional credibility through demonstrated expertise in emerging technologies
• Acquire cross-functional knowledge valued by employers in the power industry

WHO SHOULD ATTEND?

This GLOMACS training course is designed for professionals involved in the design, implementation, and maintenance of power system protection and control systems. It is particularly valuable for those working with modern IED-based protection systems and concerned with maintaining both reliability and security, such as:

• Protection and Control Engineers
• Substation Automation Specialists
• Power System Engineers and Technicians
• Electrical Engineers working with protection systems
• Cybersecurity Professionals in power utilities
• SCADA and Control System Engineers
• Maintenance and Commissioning Engineers
• System Integration Specialists
• Technical Consultants and Field Service Engineers
• Grid Operations Personnel

The training course content is structured to accommodate participants from various sectors including:

• Electric Power Utilities
• Industrial Power Systems
• System Integrators
• Engineering Consultancies
• Equipment Manufacturers
• Infrastructure Operators