NERC Chief Security Officer Michael Assante testified today before the Subcommittee on Emerging Threats, Cybersecurity, and Science and Technology of the House Committee on Homeland Security today.

"The last time our organization testified before the Subcommittee, we committed to improving our response to cyber security. I am able to confidently report that we have done so. We certainly have more work to do, but NERC and the industry have made encouraging progress on this issue since May of 2008. My testimony today will provide an update on our activities, and will also provide some important perspectives for your consideration as you continue your vital work on this subject.

"Notably, NERC firmly believes that additional, federal authority is needed to address specific and imminent cyber security threats to the bulk power system." Continue reading >>

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