Electricity Today T&D Magazine

Critical infrastructure security is in the national spotlight. In 2020, the power grid and energy sector was the third most targeted sector for cyber-attacks, up from ninth place in 2019, and the threats are growing more sophisticated. The Biden administration recently issued a national security memorandum which sets baseline cybersecurity goals and practices to protect the grid. The order also encourages the deployment of advanced technology for threat visibility, detection, monitoring, and response.
Power and utility companies play a starring role in safeguarding the nation’s infrastructure. As organizations double down on compliance and technology, there are several things to consider amidst a rapidly evolving cybersecurity landscape.

Confidently and compliantly secure your assets

Maintaining compliance with NERC-CIP standards is just the first, yet critical, step in boosting cybersecurity defenses. These mandates were put forth to institute a bare minimum for security. Keeping up with effective Transient Cyber Asset (TCA) (NERC CIP...