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Diploma · 800 h · 8 modules
Diploma in Maritime OT Cyber Security: IACS UR E26 and E27
The Diploma in Maritime OT Cyber Security: IACS UR E26 and E27 Specialises you in protecting the operational technology (OT) systems of ships: navigation, propulsion, cargo control and automation. You will learn to apply the IACS
Duration800 h
FormatOnline
Starts21 December
Places20 / 20
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Programme overview
What is the Diploma in Maritime OT Cyber Security: IACS UR E26 and E27?
The Diploma in Maritime OT Cyber Security: IACS UR E26 and E27
Specialises you in protecting the operational technology (OT) systems of ships: navigation, propulsion, cargo control and automation. You will learn to apply the IACS unified requirements E26 and E27, mandatory for new builds, to design secure on-board networks, assess vulnerabilities and respond to incidents, with a practical approach designed for shipyards, shipowners and equipment makers.
Key advantages
- OT specialisation: Cyber security for embedded industrial systems, not just office IT.
- IACS requirements: Practical application of E26 and E27 to new builds.
- Life-cycle view: Design, construction, operation and maintenance.
- Real cases: Analysis of incidents in shipping and ports.
- Hands-on lab: Segmentation, inventory and response exercises.
Programme type
Diploma
Study mode
Online
Duration
800 hours
Modules
8
Programme highlights
- Protect the ship: Apply cyber security to the bridge, engine room and cargo systems.
- Comply with IACS: Master the UR E26 and E27 requirements.
- Design secure networks: Apply segmentation and defence in depth.
- Respond to incidents: Prepare response and recovery plans.
- Specialise: A scarce and highly sought-after profile in the naval industry.
- Become a specialist in cyber security for connected ships.
Curriculum
Programme Structure
The programme is structured in 8 modules, listed below in order of study.
01
Cyber Security in the Maritime Environment
- Digitalisation and connectivity of ships
- Differences between IT and OT
- Threats and actors in shipping
- Notable incidents at shipowners and ports
- IMO guidelines on cyber risk
- Integration into the ISM Code
- The IEC 62443 framework
- Regulatory landscape
02
Ship Operational Systems
- Integrated navigation systems
- ECDIS, radar, AIS and GNSS
- Propulsion and steering control systems
- Power management and automation
- Cargo and ballast systems
- On-board communications
- Remote access by manufacturers
- Asset and data-flow mapping
03
IACS UR E26: Cyber Resilience of Ships
- Scope and application of UR E26
- Identifying assets and security zones
- Protecting computer-based systems
- Anomaly detection
- Response and recovery
- Required documentation
- Responsibilities of yard, owner and class
- Testing and verification during construction
04
IACS UR E27: Equipment and Supplier Security
- Scope and application of UR E27
- System security requirements
- Authentication and access control
- Protecting interfaces and ports
- Logging and auditing
- Update management
- Manufacturer documentation
- Type testing and certification
05
Network Architecture and Technical Protection
- Defence in depth
- Zones and conduits segmentation
- Industrial firewalls and data diodes
- Satellite links and secure remote access
- Identity and privilege management
- Protecting USB ports and removable media
- Hardening equipment
- OT network monitoring
06
Secure Operation and Maintenance
- Asset inventory and configuration management
- Patch management in OT environments
- Backup and restore
- Managing suppliers and external technicians
- Crew awareness
- Periodic audits and assessments
- Cyber security indicators
- Continuous improvement
07
Incident Detection and Response
- Intrusion detection in OT
- GNSS and AIS spoofing
- Ransomware at shipowners and ports
- On-board incident response plan
- Ship-shore coordination
- Degraded operating modes
- Basic forensics
- Incident notification and communication
08
Case Study: Cyber Resilience Plan for a Ship
- Choosing the ship and its systems
- Asset inventory
- Risk analysis
- Zones and conduits design
- Technical and organisational measures
- Response and recovery plan
- Documentation for the classification society
- Final 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
Systems, electronics and automation engineers: at shipyards or equipment makers IT cyber security professionals: who want to specialise in maritime OT Technical superintendents and ETOs: responsible for on-board systems Shipowner security managers: implementing cyber risk management Classification society surveyors and engineers: who verify compliance
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 on-board OT risk
- 02Apply IACS UR E26
- 03Apply IACS UR E27
- 04Design secure architectures
- 05Manage secure operation
- 06Respond to incidents
Careers
Career Opportunities
01Maritime OT cyber security specialist: At shipyards, shipowners and manufacturers.
02Fleet cyber security manager: Implementing cyber risk management.
03IACS compliance engineer: E26 and E27 documentation and verification.
04Naval cyber security auditor: System assessments and testing.
05Incident response analyst: Maritime security operations centres.
06Industrial cyber security consultant: Projects in shipping and ports.
Questions
Entry Requirements
Unified requirements from the classification societies on ship cyber resilience and the security of equipment installed on board, applicable to new builds.
Both. Ship systems are explained to IT profiles and cyber security concepts to maritime profiles.
This one focuses on operational systems and technical compliance with E26 and E27 in construction and operation.
Yes. You work on inventories, network segmentation and incident simulations.
A complete cyber resilience plan for a ship, ready to submit to the classification society.
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 Maritime OT Cyber Security: IACS UR E26 and E27 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, electronics, naval or industrial engineering, or professional experience in cyber security, automation or maritime systems. 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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