Postgraduate Diploma in Access Control, CCTV and Cyber OT
Online 800-hour Postgraduate Diploma in Access Control, CCTV and Cyber OT. 8 modules covering the International Ship and Port Facility Security Code (ISPS Code), IEC 62443 (security of industrial automation and control systems) and Wireshark. Assigned tutor and open enrolment.
Postgraduate Diploma in Access Control, CCTV and Cyber OT — studying from Singapore
Singapore is one of the world's busiest ports and a major centre for marine and offshore engineering, including ship repair, shipbuilding for specialised vessels and offshore platform services. The Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore regulates shipping, port operations and marine safety. Engineers work on naval architecture, marine systems, offshore structures and vessel design. Employers include shipyards and offshore engineering firms clustered in the Tuas and Benoi areas.
Fees for Singapore: S$1,280 (Singapore dollar), with instalments and employer sponsorship available.
Relevant bodies in Singapore
Typical roles
Questions from Singapore
Will this qualification be recognised by professional bodies in Singapore?
SEIUM's qualifications are private, not official state degrees, and are not accredited by any national body in Singapore. Singapore's maritime and offshore sectors are regulated by the Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore, and engineers may seek Professional Engineer status through the Professional Engineers Board. Recognition of a private qualification rests with employers or the relevant body.
How might this training be used by employers in Singapore?
Singapore is a major maritime and offshore hub, with shipyards, offshore engineering firms and marine service providers. A naval or offshore engineering programme may support technical roles, but it does not guarantee employment. Employers will typically look at certifications, sea or project experience and your final project to judge your suitability.
Can I study this alongside a full-time job, and can my employer help fund it?
Because the course is fully online and in English, you can study from Singapore without relocating, and no student visa is needed for online study. Plan for the hours involved: 300 hours for a specialist course up to 1,900 hours for a master's. Fees can be paid in instalments, and employer sponsorship is possible, so raise it with your company's training team.
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What you will be able to do
Interpret the ISPS Code requirements for ships and port facilities.
Design access control systems adapted to restricted areas.
Specify CCTV systems in accordance with UNE-EN 62676.
Identify onboard OT systems and their attack vectors.
Apply IEC 62443 and the IACS E26 and E27 requirements to maritime cyber security.
Integrate physical security and cyber security in a control centre.
Evaluate and improve a security plan through audits and exercises.
Who it's for
- Port Facility Security Officer looking to specialise in Access Control, CCTV and Cyber OT.
- OT cyber security engineer looking to specialise in Access Control, CCTV and Cyber OT.
- Electronic security systems engineer looking to specialise in Access Control, CCTV and Cyber OT.
- Company Security Officer looking to specialise in Access Control, CCTV and Cyber OT.
- Maritime cyber security auditor looking to specialise in Access Control, CCTV and Cyber OT.
- CCTV and access control systems integrator looking to specialise in Access Control, CCTV and Cyber OT.
- Engineering or science graduates seeking to enter port authorities.
What you'll work with
- International Ship and Port Facility Security Code (ISPS Code)
- IEC 62443 (security of industrial automation and control systems)
- IACS UR E26 and E27 (cyber resilience of ships and equipment)
- Regulation (EC) No 725/2004 (security of ships and port facilities)
- IMO MSC-FAL.1/Circ.3 Guidelines (maritime cyber risk management)
- UNE-EN 62676 (video surveillance systems)
- UNE-EN 60839-11-1 (access control systems)
- Directive (EU) 2022/2555 (NIS2)
8 modules · 800 h
1.1Threats to ships and port facilities1.2ISPS Code1.3Maritime security levels1.4OCPM, OPB and OPIP officers1.5Ship security plan1.6Security assessment1.7Regulation (EC) 725/20041.8Interaction between physical and cyber security1.9BMP guidelines and piracy1.10Case study: security assessment of a terminal
2.1Restricted areas and perimeters2.2Identification of persons and vehicles2.3Cards, biometrics and credentials2.4Access control at gangways2.5Visitor and contractor management2.6Baggage screening and inspection2.7Integration with crew lists2.8EN 60839 access control standard2.9Key and lock management2.10Workshop: access control design for a ferry
3.1CCTV system architecture3.2IP, thermal and PTZ cameras3.3DORI criteria for detection and identification3.4EN 62676 standard3.5Recording, storage and retention3.6Video analytics3.7Lighting and marine conditions3.8Data protection and GDPR3.9CCTV in ATEX zones3.10Practical: DORI coverage calculation
4.1Navigation systems and integrated bridge4.2IAS machinery automation4.3Cargo management systems4.4Satellite communications4.5Onboard networks and segmentation4.6Integration of physical security systems4.7Remote access by manufacturers4.8IoT devices on ships4.9OT asset inventory4.10Laboratory: network map of a ship
5.1Resolution MSC.428(98)5.2MSC-FAL.1/Circ.3 Guidelines5.3IACS UR E26 and E275.4BIMCO Guidelines on Cyber Security Onboard Ships5.5IEC 62443 applied to ships5.6Class cyber notations5.7Threats: GNSS, ECDIS and ransomware5.8The Maersk NotPetya incident5.9Vulnerability management5.10Case study: UR E26 compliance analysis
6.1Security control centres6.2PSIM integration6.3Alarm and event management6.4Redundancy and power supply6.5Maintenance of security systems6.6Security exercises and drills6.7Crew training6.8Cyber incident response on board6.9Coordination with authorities6.10Workshop: intrusion response procedure
7.1Security audits7.2OT penetration testing7.3Security indicators7.4Change management7.5Incident analysis7.6Security systems lifecycle7.7Cyber security in newbuilds7.8Supplier requirements7.9Continuous improvement7.10Practical: integrated security audit plan
8.1Definition of the ship or facility8.2Threat assessment8.3Access control design8.4CCTV system design8.5OT architecture and segmentation8.6Cyber security plan8.7Procedures and training8.8Budget and implementation plan8.9Report and presentation8.10Final review with the tutor
How you'll learn
Training 100 % online on the SEIUM campus, with downloadable material, recorded classes and assigned technical tutor. No fixed timetable: students progress at their own pace within the intake, making it possible to combine the programme with work.
Each module combines theory, guided reading of the original standard and applied exercises. The working software is Wireshark, Milestone XProtect, Nozomi Networks Guardian, Nessus, Splunk, in free, academic or evaluation versions. The tests are studied using real procedures from port facility security audits, vulnerability assessments of OT networks and incident response exercises. Assessment is continuous, module by module, plus the final integrative project.
Build it end to end
Your final project follows the real engineering workflow, step by step, reviewed by your tutor.
Interpret the ISPS Code requirements for ships and port facilities.
Design access control systems adapted to restricted areas.
Specify CCTV systems in accordance with UNE-EN 62676.
Identify onboard OT systems and their attack vectors.
Apply IEC 62443 and the IACS E26 and E27 requirements to maritime cyber security.
Where this takes you
Requirements
- Prior technical training or professional experience in the sector. A university degree is not required.
- An internet connection and a computer capable of running the programme's software.
- Sufficient Spanish to follow technical standards documentation.
Ready to start?
Send your application today. Our admissions team replies within 72 hours with your study plan and funding options.
Frequently asked questions
The programme comprises 800 total hours spread over 6 to 8 months. This amounts to an average of 10 to 15 hours per week, compatible with full-time work.
The programme uses Wireshark, Milestone XProtect, Nozomi Networks Guardian, Nessus, Splunk. Free, academic or evaluation versions are used, and the tutor will indicate the free alternative where one exists.
SEIUM Institute's own diploma, awarded on passing continuous assessment and the final integrative project. It is an in-house training qualification, not an official qualification issued by the Ministry.
Yes. Modules passed in a course or postgraduate diploma in the same area can be recognised in the advanced programme. Check the recognition policy when you enrol.
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