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This slide presentation outlines information on using a supervisory control and data acquisition system (SCADA) as an essential security system combined with an information technology (IT) system. Topics covered include: connectivity costs; phased implementation; SCADA/IT differences; SCADA security issues; two types of networks, Business (wide area networks and local area networks) networks and SCADA networks; unauthorized access risks; SCADA system corruption risks; risk mitigation procedures; SCADA architecture; SCADA threats/risks; "sensitive information" extends beyond SCADA; SCADA hacking techniques; SCADA vulnerability assessment findings; SCADA security/connectivity policy; security policy addresses connectivity; and, SCADA/cyber security - connectivity lifecycle.