DOE Seeks Input from Stakeholders on Cybersecurity Challenges Facing the Energy Sector Supply Chain
Issue
07 December 2021
Editor
Dan McCarthy
Editor in Chief
Amery Smock
Date
11/29/2021
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Analysis
The Department of Energy (DOE) published a request for information (RFI) seeking consultation from stakeholders on various issues facing the energy sector supply chain, including cybersecurity. The input will reportedly assist the department in building an energy sector industrial base that is resilient and competitive while meeting economic and national security objectives.
As part of the RFI, DOE seeks responses to improve its understanding of the cybersecurity policy needs of the private sector. Additionally, the RFI requests direction from industry on how the government should approach hardening of digital components against physical and virtual tampering, and how it should prioritize the protection of digital component supply chains [1].
The RFI comes at a time when cyber threats to critical infrastructure are a growing national security concern, prompting several national initiatives. Therefore, it is important that energy sector stakeholders participate in RFI processes to help shape effective security policy. We recommend reviewing the RFI for information and requests that may be relevant to your organization. -
Sources
[1] DOE RFI on Energy Sector Supply Chain https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2021/11/29/2021-25898/notice-of-request-for-information-rfi-on-energy-sector-supply-chain-review
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