New Report. 7 Gaps in Grid Security

The new report:  In response to Executive Order 13800

Report prepared by: Department of Energy and Department of Homeland Security

7 gaps in grid security:

  • lack of clarity around the roles of specific organizations in responding to prospective cyber incidents
  •  electric sector’s cyber workforce shortfalls
  • a lack of effort to address supply chain vulnerabilities specific to the electric sector
  •  lackluster information sharing between private industry and the federal government
  • clear rules and responsibilities under cyber response frameworks
  • cybersecurity integration into state energy assurance planning
  • resources for cybersecurity preparedness

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