Challenges and Recommendations: Operational Cyber Testing of Hull, Mechanical, and Electrical (HM and E) / Industrial Control Systems (ICS)

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Abstract:

This test and evaluation concept proposes IDAs general evaluation approach for assessing the cybersecurity posture of Hull, Mechanical, and Electrical (HM and E) systems aboard US Navy platforms. HM and E systems, also described as Industrial Control Systems (ICS), allow operators and maintainers to control critical ship functions. This test concept outlines an integrated methodology using passive data collection techniques, engineering-based risk assessments, laboratory-based demonstrations, and focused on-ship operational testing to help DOT and E assess these critically important but so-far unassessed systems.

Author(s):
Herrera, Mark R.
Author Organization(s):
INSTITUTE FOR DEFENSE ANALYSES ALEXANDRIA VA
Funding Organization(s):
Director, Operational Test and Evaluation, Washington , DC
Document Type:
Technical Report/Briefing Charts
Publication Date:
2022 Mar 01
Pagination:
35

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DOCUMENT & CONTEXTUAL SUMMARY

Distribution Code:
A - Approved For Public Release
Distribution Statement: Public Release

RECORD

Collection: TRECMS
Subject Terms
Modernization Areas:
Cyber
Communities of Interest:
Cyber
Descriptor(s):
test and evaluation, control systems, network protocols, cybersecurity, engineering, industrial control systems, computer networks, risk analysis, vulnerability, failure mode and effect analysis, human-machine interfaces, risk, demonstrations, information systems, platforms, test methods, infrastructure
Keyword(s):
Industrial Control Systems, Navy Ships, Operational Test and Evaluation
Creation Date:
2023 Jul 03
Update Date:
2023 Sep 11