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The ‘Weakest Link’ in Supply Chain Security

The ‘Weakest Link’ in Supply Chain Security The energy transition will bring with it a new generation of cybersecurity challenges for the power sector. While information-sharing has been valuable, strategies to address issues related to vendor security, cyber talent, and lagging investment will also be critical, a former utility supply chain executive who led the … Continue reading The ‘Weakest Link’ in Supply Chain Security

‘We’re ready’ — American Electric Power CEO says it’s focused on cybersecurity defense for years

‘We’re ready’ — American Electric Power CEO says it’s focused on cybersecurity defense for years American Electric Power CEO Nick Akins told CNBC’s Jim Cramer on Thursday that the utility provider feels confident in its cybersecurity defenses. “There’s no question that we’ve been in a heightened sense of security around the resiliency, particularly cyber and … Continue reading ‘We’re ready’ — American Electric Power CEO says it’s focused on cybersecurity defense for years

FERC proposes internal monitoring requirements for bulk electric facilities to address security ‘gap’

FERC proposes internal monitoring requirements for bulk electric facilities to address security ‘gap’ New INSM requirements would fill a gap in utility security, say security experts, but others remain and the process to patch them is long. “Internal network monitoring was definitely a gap in the CIP standards, and I’m glad it will be filled. … Continue reading FERC proposes internal monitoring requirements for bulk electric facilities to address security ‘gap’

Biden administration releases 100-day plan to address electric system cybersecurity risks

Biden administration releases 100-day plan to address electric system cybersecurity risks On April 20, the Biden administration, through the United States Department of Energy (DOE), issued what it is calling its 100-day plan to address cybersecurity risks to the US electric system. The plan is a coordinated effort among DOE, the electricity industry, and the … Continue reading Biden administration releases 100-day plan to address electric system cybersecurity risks