FERC & NERC & CIP

FERC • Federal Energy Regulatory Commission

Mission: To ensure reliable and sustainable What is Critical Infrastructure?
energy for customers.
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) defines
NERC • North American Electric Reliability Corporation critical infrastructure as “essential services that
Mission: To ensure the security and reliability of underpin American society and serve as the backbone
the bulk power system. of our nation’s economy, security, and health.” The DHS
identifies 16 specific sectors listed below:
CIP • Critical Infrastructure Protection
Mission: Sets standards covering the security of
interconnected infrastructures.
COMMERCIAL
CHEMICAL
FACILITIES
Why does this matter?
Imagine if a cyber attack took out the power grid of an CRITICAL
COMMUNICATIONS
entire city. Imagine what would happen if a malicious MANUFACTURING
person gained unauthorized access to controls of dams
or water distribution facilities. How much damage would
be done if our communication systems were knocked
DEFENSE
off line? Unlike cybercrime that targets personal data or DAMS
money, attacks on critical infrastructure could present life- INDUSTRIAL BASE
threatening situations to large groups of people.

EMERGENCY
Your Role in Protecting Critical SERVICES
ENERGY

Infrastructure.

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People who work in critical industries have an extra layer FINANCIAL FOOD &
of responsibilities. Not only do they need to ensure that SERVICES AGRICULTURE
systems stay up and running at all times, they also need
to protect sensitive information, such as that of their co-
workers and clients. GOVERNMENT HEALTHCARE &
Stay alert. Never let your guard down when on the job. FACILITIES PUBLIC HEALTH
Respect privileged access. Treat the clearance you’ve been
given like you would your passwords. NUCLEAR REACTORS,
INFORMATION
MATERIALS &
Keep in mind, not every attack comes via the internet. TECHNOLOGY
WASTE
Protecting physical access is just as important.
Report any and all security incidents immediately. WATER &
TRANSPORTATION
Think before you click. WASTEWATER
SYSTEMS
Always follow policy. SYSTEMS

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