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SECURE Cybersecurity Grant Program (Assessment Grant) is sponsored by New York State Environmental Facilities Corporation (EFC). This grant assists eligible clean water and drinking water systems in New York State to evaluate their cybersecurity posture, identify vulnerabilities, and prioritize risk mitigation needs.
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Cybersecurity Hub | Environmental Facilities Corporation SECURE Grant and No-Cost Technical Assistance for New York’s Water and Wastewater Systems Community Assistance Teams Apply for a Grant, Request a Consultation $2. 5M Available Now. Applications are Due by 5 p.
m. on May 15. New York’s Commitment to Cybersecurity EFC provides grant funding and no-cost technical assistance to help local governments and eligible entities strengthen the cybersecurity of their drinking water and wastewater systems.
The SECURE grant program, together with hands-on support from the Community Assistance Teams , equips local governments with the tools to prevent, detect, and respond to increasingly sophisticated and dangerous cyber threats to critical water infrastructure while strengthening services that millions of New Yorkers rely on every day. FUNDING AVAILABLE: $2.
5 MILLION SECURE grants can fund assessments and improvements that protect water and wastewater systems from evolving cyber threats. EFC uses an online application. Applications are due by 5 p.
m. on May 15.
UP TO $50K FOR CYBERSECURITY ASSESSMENTS Third-party cybersecurity risk assessments and penetration testing Network architecture reviews and asset inventories Creation of system-specific cybersecurity implementation roadmaps UP TO $100K TO IMPLEMENT CYBERSECURITY UPGRADES Procurement and installation of security equipment (firewalls, network segmentation devices, access control systems, etc.) Development and implementation of incident response plans and continuity of operations plans Deployment of monitoring, alerting, and backup/recovery solutions EFC’s Community Assistance Teams are available to provide no-cost guidance and tools to help water and wastewater systems implement cybersecurity best practices.
Communities can request one-on-one consultations and access centralized training and best practice resources below.
Request a Cybersecurity Consultation Learn the Risks, Take Action EFC Webinar Recording: Cybersecurity Tips and First Steps Learn about cybersecurity basics for the water industry, get an in-depth look at EFC’s 12 First Steps for Cybersecurity Preparedness, and hear more about new State cybersecurity initiatives through EFC and our partner agencies.
EFC'S Cybersecurity webinar on YouTube U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's Cybersecurity 101 Webinar: Recorded Training Not sure what cybersecurity really means for your water or wastewater system? This video explains the basics in plain language. It covers the difference between your office computers and the systems that run your pumps and valves, how hackers try to get in, and what simple steps you can take to stop them.
To receive the credit, operators must complete the post-training quiz and email it to [email protected] ; operators will receive a certificate of completion within 3-5 business days. Retain this certificate for submission with your 5-year renewal application. 2025 RTC Number: 25274-25 (0.
5 contact hours) 2026 RTC Number: 26194-26C (0. 5 contact hours) WATCH CYBERSECURITY 101 ON YOUTUBE VIEW TRAININGS ON EPA'S WEBSITE Online Course: Basic Cybersecurity Measures for Water and Wastewater Systems Once you understand the basics of cybersecurity, we recommend this self-paced, interactive course that walks you through practical steps your team can take to protect your systems.
You'll learn how to set up stronger passwords, manage who has access, keep your software up to date, and respond to a cyberattack. Originally created for the Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection, this course counts toward training hours for certified operators in New York State.
2025 RTC Number: 25347-25 (1 contact hour) 2026 RTC Number: 26193-26C (1 contact hour) U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's Water Sector Cybersecurity Evaluation Program Did you know performing a cybersecurity assessment could reduce the risk of a cyber attack by up to 45%? Drinking water and wastewater utilities can use this form to request a free cybersecurity assessment.
This evaluation will provide the assessed utility with a risk mitigation template to help understand discovered cybersecurity vulnerabilities and provide guidance on enhancing overall cybersecurity posture. Request a free cybersecurity evaluation Security Controls: How Does Your System Compare? Want to see how your system stacks up?
This worksheet helps you review your current security measures and spot areas that need improvement. It’s based on widely accepted best practices from the Center for Internet Security and is a great tool to start planning your next steps. Download Center for Internet Security Controls Improve your system’s defenses with these easy first steps recommended by the Community Assistance Teams.
The resources above will help prepare you to take the actions listed below. Act today to avoid a cybersecurity incident tomorrow.
Use strong passwords and implement a password policy Take inventory of all assets Back up both operational and informational systems Keep all software updated Develop an incident response plan Enable multifactor authentication Learn how to identify phishing attempts Ensure operational systems are not accessible via unsecured internet connections Apply user privilege management Review our cybersecurity resources Download the Checklist (PDF) Scroll back to the top of the page
Based on current listing details, eligibility includes: Eligible municipalities operating clean water and drinking water (and wastewater) systems in New York State. Applicants should confirm final requirements in the official notice before submission.
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