377-06 Critical Infrastructure Protection Overview CIP (1 CEH)
Learning objectives
- Recall why protection of a utilityrs facilities, equipment, systems, and data is important to the continued operation of the electric system
- Identify how NERCrs Critical Infrastructure Protection (CIP) Standards help protect utilitiesr electric systems
- Name the purpose of each of NERCrs CIP Standards
- Identify why all electric utilities that meet the threshold of BES inclusion and are Registered Entitles must comply with NERCrs CIP Standards
- List who is responsible for compliance with NERCrs CIP Standards
Course overview
Protecting the BES from cyber attacks is critical to Bulk Electric System reliability. All power industry employees must understand and follow their organization's CIP policies. The Critical Infrastructure Protection Overview training course introduces students to the security measures established to protect facilities, equipment, and data. These measure help prevent compromise that could lead to misoperation and instability in the BES. This online course is part of the Critical Infrastructure Protection training series. This course meets the CIP-004 training requirements for staff with CIP unescorted physical and/or cyber access when combined with the other Critical Infrastructure Protection courses.
The individuals involved in the development and promotion of this course do not receive any compensation or financial benefits outside of their regular employment for their work on this course.
