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CAISO Information Security Requirements for the Energy Communications Network (ECN)

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Summary:

CAISO Information Security Requirements for the Energy Communication Network (ECN), Version No.: 1.2, Effective Date: 01/27/2003

Extract:

This document is in support of the California ISO (CAISO) stated Information Security to safeguard the reliable delivery of electricity, to facilitate markets, and to ensure equal access to a 25,526 circuit mile “electron highway.” Security is paramount in order to maintain the reliability of the California and neighboring states power grids and to settle the California electricity markets. This document outlines the Information Security policy, standards, and guidelines for CAISO Connected Subscribers (CS) who utilizes the dedicated shared, high-reliability, and highbandwidth communications network established by the CAISO called the Energy Communications Network (ECN) for CS to CAISO connectivity as well as CS to CS connectivity. This document complies with the NERC Security Standards. Also note, if you are a WECC member, you may also be subject to comply with the WECC WON Policy.

Document Locations:

• CA ISO Information Security Requirements and Specifications