Cyber & Physical Security

As advanced technology becomes more and more vital to improving the reliability and operability of the Bulk Electric Grid, it also leaves the Grid increasingly more vulnerable to cyber attacks. Electric utilities provide a critical service to the economy and have back-office systems that contain trusted customer information and in some cases, operate nuclear facilities. Collectively, these attributes make them high-profile targets for cyber attacks and physical security breaks.

To safeguard these systems, the National Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) established new Critical Infrastructure Protection (CIP) standards. Black & Veatch helps make sure our clients are equipped with the right technology solutions to protect their vital networks, and assists utilities to understand and maintain compliance to these standards.

Black & Veatch provides a complete spectrum of services for cyber and physical security planning, design and implementation. Our holistic approach includes cross-disciplinary experts to ensure all facets of a utility’s operation are considered, including IT, telecommunications networks, transmission and distribution infrastructure, and power generation – delivering seamless protection throughout the entire utility network.

Services:

  • Vulnerability Assessment
  • NERC Compliance Policy and Procedure Development
  • Cyber Security Site Design
  • Physical Security Site Design
  • Proof of Concept Testing
  • Procurement
  • Construction