Recent attacks on drinking water and other utilities have increased interest in protecting Alabama’s critical infrastructure from bad actors in cyberspace. ADEM strongly encourages each water system to take commonsense security steps and conduct periodic cybersecurity assessment to prevent such attacks. Some helpful resources can be found here:
EPA Webpage on Cybersecurity Assessments: Here you can find information about incorporating cyber threats and responses in your utility’s AWIA Emergency Response Plan, conducting cybersecurity assessments, and available technical assistance programs.
EPA’s Free Third-Party Cybersecurity Evaluation Program: Sign up here to receive information on free third-party assessments conducted by an EPA contractor. These assessments are simple, quick, and free.
Cybersecurity & Infrastructure Security Agency: CISA has numerous tools, resources, and information tailored to water utilities. They also conduct free cybersecurity assessments.
Alabama Office of Information Technology: The State of Alabama has information regarding cybersecurity on its website for citizens and government agencies.
FBI Internet Crime Complaint Center: Report cyber incidents here.