ONCD plan illuminates path for addressing cyber in energy tech modernization efforts

The Office of the National Cyber Director outlines roles for 12 federal agencies to contribute to improving the cybersecurity posture of the energy sector, in a recent implementation plan focused on building security into technology modernization efforts.

“Securing the next generation of American energy generation, transmission, and distribution requires coordinated action across the government and the private sector. The publication of the Energy Modernization Cybersecurity Implementation Plan (EMCIP) provides a roadmap for this effort to guide the public sector and...