Bottom line: The HCSA certification scheme will enhance the security posture of high-criticality operational technology components across critical infrastructure sectors.
What's happening: ISASecure is collaborating with the NSA on the development of the High-Severity Cybersecurity Assurance (HCSA) certification scheme, which will be aligned with the NIST Cybersecurity Framework. The scheme focuses on high-criticality operational technology (OT) components, including industrial control systems and other critical infrastructure components. The first HCSA certification standards are expected to be released by the end of 2023.
What to do: Security leaders should monitor the development of the HCSA certification scheme and consider implementing the standards within their organizations, particularly in critical infrastructure sectors, to enhance their security posture.