Live Training: Automotive Cyber Security Red Belt
Focus
ISO/SAE 21434:2021 & UN ECE R155
Where
Online or In-Person
Duration
2 Days + 0.5 Day Exam
Target Audience
Engineers
Managers
Prerequisits
None
Overview
Automotive Cybersecurity Red Belt Training provides a comprehensive overview of best practices in automotive cybersecurity. This training covers the ‘Why’ and ‘How’ of developing a cybersecurity culture within your company, leading to safe, secure, and compliant products. It is designed to help cybersecurity engineers, product managers, internal auditors, supply chain managers, and top-level managers meet regulatory and state-of-the-art standards. The course is based on the requirements of UN ECE R155 and ISO/SAE 21434:2021.
Next Training
01 & 02 April 2025
- Gain a comprehensive understanding of cybersecurity topics.
- Learn about the new UN ECE cybersecurity regulation, R155.
- Explore the relationship between ISO/SAE 21434 and R155.
- Understand how to implement a cybersecurity Management System (CSMS).
- Develop skills to create secure products.
- Learn how to conduct risk assessments.
- Understand how to monitor your product.
Our training program offers a comprehensive approach to automotive cybersecurity, combining theoretical foundations from industry standards with templates, and practical use cases gathers from customer experiences
Day 1
Session 1.1: Introduction & Reference overview
- Introduction to automotive cybersecurity, threats and trends
- Rules for Vehicle Manufacturers: UN ECE R155, CSMS certification and VTA
- ISO/SAE 21434 scope, objectives and overview
- Relationship with upcoming standards (CS V&V ISO/SAE PWI 8477 CS V&V, CS Assurance Levels (CAL) and Targeted Attack Feasibility (TAF) ISO/SAE PAS 8475)
Session 1.2: ISO/SAE 21434 management and risk assessment
- ISO/SAE 21434 #5, Cybersecurity management on organizational level
- ISO/SAE 21434 #6, Cybersecurity management on project level
- ISO/SAE 21434 #7, Distributed CS activities, supplier management
- ISO/SAE 21434 #15, Risk Assessment methods
Day 2
Session 2.1: ISO/SAE 21434 Development and manufacturing
- ISO/SAE 21434 #10, Secure design and requirement handling
- ISO/SAE 21434 #10-11, Verification and Validation
- ISO/SAE 21434 #12, Secure manufacturing (relationship with ISA/IEC 62443)
Session 2.2: ISO/SAE 21434 Continual CS activities and post-development management
- ISO/SAE 21434 #8, Continual CS activities (incl. monitoring and vulnerability management)
- ISO/SAE 21434 #13, Operation & maintenance (incl.. Incident-response, updates)
- ISO/SAE 21434 #14, End of CS support & decommissioning
- Mock exam / interactive sessions
Exam – Optional:
- Theoretical exam including Multiple Choices questions and open questions
- 2hours
- Automotive Cybersecurity Red Belt certificate (grade >75%)
Below is a list of all our open classroom sessions, which bring together participants from various companies.
| Location | Language | Register Interest | |
| 17-18 September 2024 | Online | English | Register Interest |
| December 2024 | Online | English | Register Interest |
| March 2025 | Online | English | to be announced |
We also offer company-specific sessions tailored to your organization’s unique needs upon request. Please don’t hesitate to contact us for more information about these sessions. Those sessions can be conducted either in English French or German.
Frequently asked questions
Does this training require any prerequisites?
This training has been designed to be accessible regardless of your background. Therefore, there are no prerequisites to follow this training. The only requirement is to have a good understanding of English or the language in which the training is given.
Does this training only present standard’s requirements?
No, this training goes beyond just presenting the standard’s requirements. It includes practical examples, case studies, and exercises to ensure a comprehensive understanding of automotive cybersecurity. You’ll learn how to apply the standards in real-world scenarios and develop the skills needed to address current and emerging threats in the automotive industry.
Does the training will include workshop?
The training is mainly theoretical. However, during all the training there are Q&A sessions and for some areas use cases will be opened to add some interactions during the training. Furtheremore at the end of the training there is a small interactive multiple choice questions to prepare the trainee for the potential exam.
Will I receive a certificate after the training?
Yes, every attendee will receive a certificate of participation after the training. Additionally, we offer a personal certification valid for three years, which you can obtain by passing an optional exam with a score of over 75%. This certification, titled “Automotive Cybersecurity Red Belt,” also qualifies you for the advanced Black Belt training. The section below about “CertX personal certification scheme” explains this process in detail.
Does CertX offer others training?
This training is designed to be a standalone course. However, the following trainings may be of interest to you as a background or to continue your learning curve:
- Automotive Sw. Update Engineering Red Belt: 1Day training about UN ECE R156 % ISO24089:2023
- Automotive Functional Safety Red Belt: 4Days training about ISO26262:2018
- Automotive Cybersecurity Black Belt: 1Day advanced training/workshop about UN ECE R155 & ISO/SAE 21434:2021
- ISO 26262 Overview: 1Day training to get an overview of Functional Safety (for managers, quality representeatives, purchase persons, HR staff…)
- ISO 21448 SOTIF: Introduction to the Safety of the intended functionality
Do not hesitate to check out CertX’s complete training portfolio on: CertX – Training page
CertX Personal Certification
This certification can be used to validate the necessary qualifications to develop safe, secure, and compliant products or to support career advancement and growth.
Our team of trainers at CertX brings expert knowledge and extensive experience in functional safety, cybersecurity, and AI to our personal certification program. We offer trainings and workshops worldwide, available as open classroom sessions or in-house trainings.
CertX Personal Certification Scheme
CertX offers a structured qualification program to certify engineers and managers, with three levels based on experience and competencies:
- Red Belt: This certification ensures that engineers passing the exam have proficient basic knowledge in functional safety or cybersecurity.
- Black Belt: This certification ensures that engineers and managers who have already achieved the Red Belt certification possess advanced knowledge and skills. It requires at least three years of practical experience in functional safety or cybersecurity activities, demonstrating a deeper understanding and application of these principles.
- Master: This certification ensures the expertise of highly skilled engineers and managers with at least five years of experience in functional safety or cybersecurity. These trainings are dedicated to individuals in responsible positions.