Control System Security Policy Template
This template provides a framework for developing a comprehensive control system security policy for energy sector OT environments aligned with ISO 27019.
Purpose
This lesson provides a template for creating a Control System Security Policy that governs the protection of operational technology in energy utilities.
Policy Template Structure
1. Executive Summary
- Policy purpose and scope
- Management commitment
- Regulatory drivers
2. Scope and Applicability
- Covered systems and assets
- Organizational boundaries
- Exclusions
3. Roles and Responsibilities
- OT Security Manager
- Control System Engineers
- Operations Personnel
- IT Security Team
- Vendors and Contractors
4. Security Controls
- Access control requirements
- Network segmentation standards
- Remote access procedures
- Malware protection approach
- Patch management process
- Change control requirements
- Incident response procedures
5. Compliance and Auditing
- Regular assessments
- Documentation requirements
- Audit procedures
6. Policy Maintenance
- Review frequency
- Update procedures
- Version control
Use this template to create your organization's OT security policy.
Next Module: Implementation Guide for deploying these controls.