Industry 4.0: Focusing on industrial security with IEC 62443
Industrial plants are increasingly vulnerable to cyberattacks, with hackers exploiting weak points to disrupt operations. To address these risks, EU laws such as the NIS 2.0 Directive mandate the implementation of best practices and security certifications for critical infrastructures. The globally recognized IEC 62443 standard provides a framework for protecting Industrial Automation and Control Systems (IACS), helping operators, integrators, and manufacturers enhance the availability, integrity, and confidentiality of their systems and components.
TÜV NORD CERT supports organizations in achieving compliance with IEC 62443 through services such as scoping, audits, supplier evaluations, and certification. These services help companies strengthen their cybersecurity posture, ensuring their systems are resilient against threats and aligned with the requirements for secure Industry 4.0 solutions.
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Contents of the whitepaper:
■ Cybersecurity framework: IEC 62443 guides manufacturers, integrators, and asset owners to secure Industrial Automation and Control Systems.
■ Certification and support: TÜVIT provides GAP Analysis, Threat and Risk Analysis, audits, and certification for IEC 62443 compliance.
■ Regulatory importance: Ensures compliance with regulations like EU Cybersecurity Act, protecting operations and supporting Industry 4.0 integration.
The benefits of IEC 62443 at a glance
Effective implementation of IT security
By implementing IEC 62443, you can effectively implement current IT security standards for industrial automation.
Sustainable increase in IT security
With the help of IEC 62443, you can establish monitoring and control mechanisms and thus increase the IT security of your system.
Better risk management
By detecting security gaps at an early stage, you reduce IT risks & avoid reputational damage.
Successful cost reduction
By identifying weak points & optimizing inefficient processes, you reduce costs, e.g. through downtime.
Encouraging security awareness
By implementing IEC 62443, you raise your employees’ awareness of IT security and data protection.
Trust among customers & business partners
You benefit from competitive advantages through objective proof of trust from customers and partners.
Easier market access
International recognition of IEC 62443 makes it easier for you to access new markets.
Continuous improvement
IEC implementation improves the security level of your production plant.
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IEC 62443: Essential steps for successful certification
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Scope definition
The first step is to define the exact scope of the certification.
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Pre-audits
The purpose of the pre-audit is to determine readiness for certification.
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Document review (stage 1)
Evaluation of the management system documents in accordance with the requirements of IEC 62443.
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On-site audit (stage 2)
Evaluation of the effectiveness of the management system introduced in the company in accordance with IEC 62443.
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Certification
If the requirements are met, TÜV NORD CERT will issue a certificate.
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