The Office of Cybersecurity, Energy Security, and Emergency Response (CESER) news section features current news, accomplishments, research initiatives, funding opportunities and more from around the energy sector.

New National Security Memorandum Enhances DOE’s Ability to Lead Risk Management, Security, and Resilience for the Nation’s Energy Systems
As part of the Biden-Harris Administration’s approach towards harnessing the benefits of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and ensuring its responsible and safe deployment, the U.S. Department of Energy today released a summary report.

U.S. Department of Energy Announces $15 Million for University-Based Cybersecurity Centers
Today, the U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE) Office of Petroleum Reserves announced that contracts have been awarded for the acquisition of 2.8 million barrels of U.S.-produced crude oil for the Strategic Petroleum Reserve (SPR).
Today, the U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE) Office of Petroleum Reserves announced a solicitation for approximately 1.5 million barrels of oil for delivery to the Strategic Petroleum Reserve (SPR) in August. Additionally, on March 21, 2024, DOE will release another solicitation to purchase approximately 1.5 million barrels of oil for the Strategic Petroleum Reserve (SPR) for delivery in September.
Today, the U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE) Office of Petroleum Reserves announced that contracts have been awarded for the acquisition of 3.25 million barrels of U.S.-produced crude oil for the Strategic Petroleum Reserve (SPR).
Today, the U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE) Office of Petroleum Reserves announced a solicitation for approximately 3 million barrels of oil for delivery to the Strategic Petroleum Reserve (SPR) in September.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Office of Cybersecurity, Energy Security, and Emergency Response (CESER) today announced a collaboration with Rockwell Automation to test multiple critical infrastructure components for cybersecurity vulnerabilities.
Today, the U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE) Office of Petroleum Reserves announced that contracts have been awarded for the acquisition of 3.2 million barrels of U.S.-produced crude oil for the Strategic Petroleum Reserve (SPR).

16 Projects Across Six States Selected to Develop Cutting-Edge New Tools and Technologies to Prevent Cyber Attacks and Reduce Energy Disruptions from Cyber Incidents