AxiomSec

Bridging Cybersecurity and Industrial Automation


Making Industrial Control Systems Security Accessible
University of Idaho researcher developing curriculum that bridges the gap between cybersecurity education and real-world industrial systems protection.

Combining 15+ years of aerospace industry experience with cutting-edge academic research to solve critical workforce development challenges in cybersecurity.

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The Challenge I'm Addressing

The Gap

Cybersecurity professionals need to understand industrial control systems to protect critical infrastructure, but traditional PLC education creates barriers for non-electrical students.

My Solution

Accessible curriculum that makes industrial automation education available to cybersecurity students without sacrificing technical rigor or industry relevance.

Real Impact

University of Idaho faculty-approved curriculum with pilot testing scheduled Fall 2025. Interest from Idaho National Laboratory for workforce development applications.

Featured Research & Projects

Arduino Opta PLC Student Training Platform

Status: Completed & Faculty Approved | Pilot Testing: Fall 2025

University of Idaho Research Grant Project
Complete curriculum making industrial automation accessible to cybersecurity students. Four comprehensive modules with instructor guides, assessments, and hands-on exercises.

  • Faculty Recognition: Designated department PLC Subject Matter Expert
  • Industry Interest: Idaho National Laboratory workforce development inquiries
  • Educational Innovation: Zero electrical prerequisites while maintaining technical rigor
  • Real-world Testing: Scheduled pilot deployment Fall 2025

Tech: Arduino Opta, Ladder Logic, IEC 61131-3, Modbus TCP, Educational Design

PLC-Bridge: Linux-Arduino Opta Interface

Status: Production Ready | Problem: Industry Linux-Windows Gap

Cross-Platform Industrial Solution
Python interface bridging Linux systems with Arduino Opta PLCs, addressing the reality that industrial environments predominantly use Linux while educational materials assume Windows dependency.

  • Industry Reality: Linux dominates industrial automation environments
  • Educational Gap: Most PLC tutorials assume Windows-only workflows
  • Bridge Solution: Seamless Linux-PLC communication interface
  • Lab Deployment: Enables Linux-based educational environments
  • Professional Relevance: Matches real-world industrial Linux usage

Tech: Python, Linux Systems, Cross-Platform Development, Industrial Communication

Impact: Solves Windows dependency barrier for educational and industrial Linux environments

Connecting Different Worlds

For Industry

  • Workforce development solutions
  • Real-world validated curriculum
  • Bridge between security and operations
  • Practical implementation guidance

For Academia

  • Research-backed educational methodology
  • Complete instructional materials
  • Faculty-approved curriculum design
  • Scalable implementation framework

For Students

  • Accessible learning pathways
  • Career-relevant skills development
  • No prerequisites barriers
  • Industry-standard training

Let's Connect

Industry Professionals

Interested in workforce development partnerships, curriculum consultation, or discussing industrial cybersecurity training needs?

Academic Colleagues

Pursuing graduate research opportunities in cybersecurity education methodology. Always interested in connecting with faculty and researchers.

Students & Career Changers

Questions about transitioning to cybersecurity, industrial automation, or navigating educational pathways? Happy to share insights.