Attorney Urges Water Systems To Brace For Likely Cyber Reporting Mandate

A top industry attorney is advising water systems and other “critical” infrastructure entities to start preparing for compliance with the Department of Homeland Security’s (DHS) proposed cybersecurity incident reporting requirements rather than awaiting a final version of the rule, warning that DHS’ plans will require significant time and investment for utilities. During a June 5 webinar hosted by the law firm Baker Botts on DHS’ proposed Cyber Incident Reporting for Critical Infrastructure Act (CIRCIA) reporting rule, firm partner Matthew Baker...