Vandalism and sabotage of utilities is currently on the rise in the United States, prompted by domestic extremism. Bad actors have seemingly identified blackouts as an opportunity to sow unrest, and communities are paying the price nationwide. In fact, the nation’s critical infrastructure is experiencing a decade-high surge in attacks. According to the US
The need for enhanced security at substation plants is getting national attention due to a recent uptick in physical attacks and vandalism. The security of these plants is proving to be crucial to local infrastructure and residents' quality of life. As of late, a North Carolina community is an example of how utilities vandalism
Convergint has partnered with NAES Corporation to provide enhanced physical security services for critical infrastructure in the power and energy sector. NAES is an independent services company dedicated to optimizing the performance of energy facilities across the power generation landscape. Founded in 1980, NAES and its 4,000 team members provide decades of experience in
Convergint is dedicated to driving operational efficiencies for the oil and gas industry. Convergint’s global footprint provides high-security protective strategies, methodical program implementation, and comprehensive integrated sensor solutions. With a deep understanding of regulatory compliance requirements, Convergint deploys a layered design to ensure maximum performance and functionality. Convergint solutions
Convergint is dedicated to driving operational efficiencies for the renewable energy industry. Convergint’s global footprint provides high-security protective strategies, methodical program implementation, and comprehensive integrated sensor solutions. With a deep understanding of regulatory compliance requirements, Convergint deploys a layered design to ensure maximum performance and functionality. Convergint solutions
Convergint is dedicated to driving operational efficiencies for the water industry. Convergint’s global footprint provides high-security protective strategies, methodical program implementation, and comprehensive integrated sensor solutions. With a deep understanding of regulatory compliance requirements, Convergint deploys a layered design to ensure maximum performance and functionality. Convergint solutions
In 2021, the solar energy market was worth $85.1 billion, and it is expected to reach $255.3 billion by 2028. The rapid growth of this critical infrastructure may invite an increase in cyber threats and subsequent financial and reputational risks across this sector, with cybercriminals becoming increasingly advanced and capable of causing harm to systems. Currently, however,
Convergint and product partners recently came together to attend the Midwest Transmission Conference in Minot, North Dakota. This four-day event provided opportunities to network with a variety of Electric Cooperatives from around the Midwest. The Convergint Utilities team connected with Midwest Electric Cooperative leaders to explore mitigating risk at power generation and transmission stations,
The utilities industry has been subject to a rise in security threats, specifically an increase in theft of items such as copper wire. Unmonitored remote locations are more at risk for copper theft and sabotage, therefore it is crucial to protect the perimeters and assets of these locations. Therefore, companies in the utilities industry
The need for cybersecurity in water treatment plants is on the rise with the number of attacks drastically increasing. The security of these plants is crucial to the local infrastructure, ensuring residents have ongoing access to safe, clean water. In 2021, three US water treatment plants were hit with ransomware attacks, disrupting the plant's
