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Dams Sector Cybersecurity Program Guidance

May 1, 2019

This document was developed with input, advice, and assistance from the Dams Sector Cybersecurity Working Group and council members of the Dams Government Coordinating Council (GCC) and Sector Coordinating Council (SCC), which included representatives from the public and private sector. The Dams Sector Cybersecurity Program Guidance consolidates effective industry practices into a framework for owners and operators to develop and/or improve a cybersecurity program. The document is primarily intended as a resource to small and medium-sized owners and operators with varying levels of cybersecurity knowledge. However, the information may be useful to all Dams Sector owners and operators, regardless of size.

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