The Smart Grid and Cybersecurity -- Regulatory Policy and Issues

Electrical power for information technologies is obtained from a smart grid. The smart grid has a high risk of cyber attack, which could cause major and widespread damage to the power system worldwide. The North American Electrical Reliability Corporation (NERC) is responsible for maintaining the smart grid and the critical infrastructure protection (CIP). CIP must include physical and cyber assets. Since cyber threats are moving targets, preperation is vital for recoverability from an attack.