Raytheon [RTN] and Utilidata have formed a strategic alliance to help electric power utilities detect, defends against, and respond to cybersecurity threats, Raytheon said Wednesday.
The partnership will combine Utilidata’s experience in using real-time data from the electric grid to detect and respond to cyber attacks with Raytheon’s proficiency in proactive cyber threat hunting, automation, and managed security services.
Utilidata is an international software company that works with electric utilities to bolster energy efficiency and grid security. Its services capture real-time data from the grid to help companies gain the information the need for energy savings and mitigate resource and grid issues.
The complete services the two companies will offer include cyber monitoring, post-attack forensics analysis, and both short and long-term strategic capabilities that will limit risks and enhance cyber security to prevent future attacks, Raytheon said.
“Power utilities face unique challenges that make planning and response to cyber attacks more difficult. With more and more devices and systems connected to the Internet, and all of them needing electrical power, these challenges are increasing exponentially. This new alliance will help define the future of cyber security in the power utilities sector,” Scott DePasquale, chairman and CEO of Utilidata, said in a statement.
“With this alliance, Raytheon will expand our presence in the critical infrastructure market by delivering next-generation, defense-grade cybersecurity capabilities to power utilities,” Dave Wajsgras, president of Raytheon’s intelligence, information, and services business, added.