
Cybersecurity: Not Just an IT Problem
According to Forbes Advisor, there were 2,365 cyberattacks in 2023, affecting an astounding 343,338,964 people — roughly 10 million more people than the U.S. population.
Now more than ever it’s critical that utilities reinforce the protection of the power grid. Increasing digitization and interconnection have expanded its attack surface, creating more entry points for malicious activities, leading to adverse actions that can cause outages or destabilization. With more than 15 years of expertise in industrial cybersecurity, active participation on NERC CIP committees and deep knowledge and experience implementing NERC CIP compliance, Black & Veatch is your dedicated partner in keeping your low, medium, or high facility safe.
Black & Veatch’s comprehensive portfolio of services provides solutions to address NERC CIP standards, including cyber and physical security. But we offer more than compliance—we support our clients in the development and implementation of robust industrial cybersecurity programs. This not only reduces risk and ensures compliance, but it also improves reliability and safety, enhancing your reputation and competitiveness in the marketplace.
NERC CIP compliance refers to the North American Electric Reliability Corporation's Critical Infrastructure Protection standards, designed to secure and protect the Bulk Electric System (BES) against cyberthreats. Compliance is key for power utilities companies, grid operators and other entities involved in power generation, transmission and distribution to safeguard critical infrastructure, prevent cyber threats and avoid regulatory penalties. OT cybersecurity protects Industrial Control Systems (ICS) and SCADA systems that manage critical infrastructure, ensuring the reliability and security of the electric grid.