About the ISA Global Cybersecurity Alliance
The ISA Global Cybersecurity Alliance (ISAGCA) is made up of 36 member companies, representing more than USD 240 billion in aggregate revenue across more than 2,400 combined worldwide locations. Our automation and cybersecurity provider members serve 31 different industries, providing automation and cybersecurity expertise to asset owners around the world.
ISAGCA is a collaborative body that comes together to tackle the toughest issues in automation cybersecurity today. Our tactics include:
- Collaboration
When end-users, asset owners, vendor companies, government agencies, and other stakeholders join together in an open and transparent way, we can move industry forward faster and more effectively - Standardization
Standards exist, but aren’t well-understood. Our companies need easy-to-follow guides for implementing best practices, and industry needs to increase the adoption of standards globally - Education
Human error is the biggest factor in safety and security incidents around the world. Providing accessible, consistent training and education for professionals at all levels gives our companies a first line of defense - Protection
Ensuring the inherent security of vendor devices and systems, and exploring ways to increase compliance with best practices, offers real risk reduction in your operations
ISAGCA’s work is led by the International Society of Automation (ISA), a nonprofit professional association of engineers, technicians, and management engaged in industrial automation. As the globally trusted provider of foundational standards-based technical resources for the automation profession, ISA is uniquely qualified to spearhead these efforts.
ISA Resources Support ISAGCA Advocacy
ISA is the home of the ISA/IEC 62443 series of standards, the world’s only consensus-based automation cybersecurity standards. ISA also offers established training and certification programs for cybersecurity and extensive advocacy and outreach capabilities based on deep knowledge and experience in the field.
ISA on-demand cybersecurity courses and certificates also offer an exclusive discount to ISAGCA member companies.
ISAGCA Objectives
The ISA Global Cybersecurity Alliance has several key priorities as it continues to grow its reach.
Expansion and adoption of ISA/IEC 62443
We'll create high-quality standards-based procedural security guidelines for industry segments and stakeholder groups.
We'll work closely with global standards organizations to facilitate the use of ISA/IEC 62443 as a reference standard.
Workforce training and development
We'll facilitate and encourage initiatives that bridge the gap between information technology and operations technology.
We'll develop and maintain training modules and certification options with user-friendly, accessible tools to help companies and facilities navigate the entire lifecycle of cybersecurity protection.
Industry reach and awareness
Facilitate open dialog and engagement to drive consistency and prioritization across all industry segments and types of facilities.
We'll educate and inform global governments, agencies, and stakeholders, ensuring they understand industry's challenges and the benefits of standardization.
Optimized compliance and prevention
We'll expand compliance programs globally, ensuring all vendors develop inherently secure products.
We'll develop and publish a baseline of common cybersecurity requirements for suppliers within the supply chain to follow.
Shared threat intelligence and experience
We'll share knowledge, information and threat intelligence in an open environment.
We'll develop safe, secure, and customized ways to identify best practices and vulnerability remediation guidance across industry segments.
Who Can Join ISAGCA?
ISAGCA relies on expertise and financial commitment from a diverse membership. We welcome:
- End-user companies
- Asset owners
- Automation and control systems vendors
- Cybersecurity vendors
- IT infrastructure vendors
- System integrators
- Industry organizations
- Government agencies
- Insurance companies
- Universities and colleges
- Technical schools
- Academia
- Other stakeholders
Why Should Your Organization Join ISAGCA?
As a member of ISAGCA, your organization will have the opportunity to share thought leadership and expertise on cybersecurity with the broader industry. Your organization can also:
- Leverage the collective knowledge and voice of members to proliferate cybersecurity best practices
- Explore and define cybersecurity challenges, while removing and solving cybersecurity problems
- Join and access other experts and thought leaders shaping the future of cybersecurity
- Influence the creation of tools, guides, and best practices to help companies address cybersecurity challenges
- Develop a consistent approach to cybersecurity, addressing people, processes, and technology
- Empower organizations to create and sustain a positive cybersecurity culture at every level
Membership Options
Founding Member
- Three year financial commitment based on annual revenues.
- Eligible to be selected by ISA to serve on the advisory board for the first year of the Alliance
- If selected to advisory board, vote to prioritize activities and allocate resources
Supporting Member
- Yearly financial commitment
- Propose initiatives and vote on committee and workgroup decisions
- Opportunity to be elected to the advisory board after the first year of the alliance
ISAGCA member companies receive a discount for ISA on-demand cybersecurity courses and certificates.
Learn More
Let’s talk about how your organization can get involved. If you are interested in company membership, or would just like to stay informed, please click the button to the right and fill out the form. We’ll be in touch soon.
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