Rapid Attack Detection, Isolation and Characterization Systems (RADICS)
Abstract
The Rapid Attack Detection, Isolation and Characterization Systems (RADICS) program developed technology to enable a black start recovery of the U.S. power grid amidst a cyber attack on the energy sector's critical infrastructure. RADICS technologies enable skilled cyber and power engineers to rapidly restore electrical service after an attack that challenges the recovery capabilities of the impacted organizations (e.g., utilities, balancing authorities, independent system operators, bulk power markets). The potential for a cyber-enabled attack on the U.S. power grid is a national security issue, as the ability of the military to deploy and project force is dependent on the effective and efficient functioning of civilian logistics and supply systems. The program developed technologies to monitor heterogeneous distributed networks, detect anomalies that require rapid assessment, isolate compromised system elements, establish secure emergency communications networks, characterize attacks, and detect sensor spoofing. RADICS was coordinated with and transitioned technology to U.S. Government elements responsible for the defense of critical infrastructure.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Accomplishment
- Publication Date
- Oct 01, 2023
- Source ID
- e3f75ee55c85a5b483824b95a6370211