This half-day summit is intended to establish relationships within the greater Portland area that will enable EnergySec, Mount Hood Community College, and local utilities to work collaboratively to address the workforce challenge. Participants will learn about both existing and planned programs of EnergySec and MHCC targeted at this issue, and have the opportunity to provide feedback and input that will be used to tailor these programs to industry needs.

The need for cybersecurity professionals at all levels and within all industries is being widely acknowledged. The utility sector is no different. Moreover, the shortage of professionals with the specific skills and experience needed to protect critical infrastructure is even greater. To address this issue, EnergySec is launching a Critical Infrastructure Cybersecurity Apprenticeship Program and related internship programs to grow the security workforce from the bottom up.