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Diploma · 800 h · 8 modules
Diploma in Cyber Security for Ocean Observing Infrastructure
The Diploma in Cyber Security for Ocean Observing Infrastructure Prepares you to protect ocean observing infrastructure: buoys, cabled observatories, autonomous vehicles, coastal stations and data centres. You will analyse the spe
Duration800 h
FormatOnline
Starts9 November
Places20 / 20
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Programme overview
What is the Diploma in Cyber Security for Ocean Observing Infrastructure?
The Diploma in Cyber Security for Ocean Observing Infrastructure
Prepares you to protect ocean observing infrastructure: buoys, cabled observatories, autonomous vehicles, coastal stations and data centres. You will analyse the specific threats facing connected marine systems, apply reference frameworks such as IEC 62443, ISO/IEC 27001 and NIST, and learn to assess risk, segment networks, secure communications and firmware, and prepare an effective incident response so that ocean data stays available, accurate and trustworthy for everyone who depends on it.
Key advantages
- A rare specialism: Cyber security applied to marine observing systems.
- Recognised frameworks: IEC 62443, ISO/IEC 27001, NIST and IMO guidelines.
- IT and OT together: Networks, sensors, embedded systems and data centres.
- Practical approach: Risk analysis, secure architectures and incident exercises.
- Your own case study: A security assessment of an observing system.
Programme type
Diploma
Study mode
Online
Duration
800 hours
Modules
8
Programme highlights
- Know the threats: Identify the cyber risks facing marine systems.
- Assess the risk: Apply recognised analysis methodologies.
- Design securely: Build segmented, resilient architectures.
- Respond to incidents: Prepare response and recovery plans.
- Boost your career: Open doors to marine data centres, ports and tech companies.
- Train to protect the data and systems that let us understand the ocean.
Curriculum
Programme Structure
The programme is structured in 8 modules, listed below in order of study.
01
Observing Infrastructure and the Attack Surface
- Components of an observing system
- Buoys and remote stations
- Cabled observatories
- Autonomous vehicles
- Coastal stations and radar
- Ocean data centres
- Third-party dependencies
- Mapping the attack surface
02
Threats and Vulnerabilities
- Threat actors
- Attacks on communications
- Data manipulation
- Denial of service
- Firmware vulnerabilities
- Physical access to remote equipment
- GNSS signal interference
- Lessons from public maritime incidents
03
Regulatory Frameworks and Standards
- The IEC 62443 series
- ISO/IEC 27001 and 27002
- The NIST Cybersecurity Framework
- IMO guidelines on cyber risk
- UK NIS Regulations and EU NIS2
- Critical infrastructure protection
- Cyber security governance
- Compliance and auditing
04
Risk Analysis and Management
- Asset identification
- Impact assessment
- Threat modelling
- Zones and conduits
- Target security levels
- Selecting controls
- Residual risk
- Risk treatment plan
05
Device and Communications Security
- Embedded system security
- Secure boot and signed firmware
- Credential management
- Link encryption
- Satellite link security
- IoT protocol security
- Secure remote updates
- Device hardening
06
Network and Data Centre Security
- Network segmentation
- Firewalls and demilitarised zones
- Secure remote access
- Cloud security
- Data integrity and traceability
- Backups
- Security monitoring
- Identity management
07
Detection, Response and Resilience
- Intrusion detection
- Event logging and correlation
- Incident response plan
- Basic digital forensics
- Service continuity
- Disaster recovery
- Exercises and drills
- Continuous improvement
08
Case Study: Security Assessment of an Observatory
- System description
- Asset inventory
- Threat analysis
- Vulnerability assessment
- Risk evaluation
- Proposed controls
- Response plan
- Executive report
Workload
Study Time and Workload
800 hours of study, online and at your own pace. Move the slider to the hours a week you can really put in.
Hours a week8
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Who it is for
Telecommunications, computing or electronics engineers: who want to specialise in marine systems Observatory and ocean data centre technicians: responsible for running systems Cyber security professionals: who want to move into the marine sector Port and maritime authority technicians: who manage sensor networks Observing programme managers: who need to build in security requirements
Faculty
Academic direction and faculty
The teaching team at Navalis: working professionals who deliver and oversee the institute's programmes.
Eng. Diego Cifuentes
Cap. Javier Abaroa (MCA)
Dr. Pau Ferrer
Dr. Nuria Llobregat
Eng. Javier Bañuls
Eng. Sofía Marquina
Eng. Tomás Riera
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Outcomes
Learning Outcomes
- 01Understand the context
- 02Identify threats
- 03Apply reference frameworks
- 04Assess risk
- 05Design secure architectures
- 06Manage incidents
Careers
Career Opportunities
01Marine OT cyber security technician: Protecting sensors and observing systems.
02Cyber risk analyst: Assessments for ports and marine centres.
03Data centre security lead: Integrity and availability of ocean data.
04Maritime cyber security consultant: Implementing frameworks and audits.
05Secure systems engineer: Designing resilient architectures.
06Incident response technician: Detecting incidents and restoring services.
Questions
Entry Requirements
A basic knowledge of networks and systems is recommended; security concepts are explained from the fundamentals.
Threats are studied from a defensive perspective, to assess risk and design protection.
No. It is a non-official qualification; the frameworks covered provide a foundation but do not replace professional certifications.
It feeds forecasts, warnings and maritime operations, so its manipulation or loss can have real consequences.
A full security assessment of an observing system, with proposed controls.
100% online, with a virtual campus available 24/7, live sessions that are recorded, and tutorials with the teaching staff.
The programme involves 800 hours of study. You can work at your own pace within the timetable we give you when you enrol.
Each programme has its own start date, shown on this page and confirmed by our admissions team when you enquire.
On completing the programme you receive the Diploma in Cyber Security for Ocean Observing Infrastructure qualification awarded by Navalis Magna Institute.
Online admissions
Admissions Process
No waiting for a phone call. If your documents are complete, you can pay in the same session.
Entry requirements
Entry profile: A degree in computer science, telecommunications or electronic engineering, marine science or a related field; or professional experience in systems, networks or cyber security. Language: A good working level of English to follow classes and materials. Technical requirements: A computer with a stable internet connection, an up-to-date browser and a webcam for live sessions and project presentations. Admissions process: Online application, profile review and a short interview with the academic team. We confirm your start date when you enquire.
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