About CSDET
The mission and vision guiding CSDET’s work across digital energy systems.
Supporting Industry with Tools, Technical Assistance & Digital Assurance Solutions
The Center for Securing Digital Energy Technology delivers applied research, technical expertise, and practical tools that support secure, reliable, and resilient energy systems. Through capacity building and collaborative initiatives, CSDET accelerates the deployment of secure digital technologies across the energy sector.
Funded by the U.S. Department of Energy’s Office of Electricity and Office of Cybersecurity, Energy Security, and Emergency Response, the center works with public and private partners to strengthen infrastructure resilience and advance cybersecurity.
Our Mission
CSDET provides capabilities to:
- Boost the security of critical infrastructure systems & their supply chains
- Accelerate the capacity growth & digitization of the grid
- Increase reliability & affordability through emerging technologies
- Prioritize & improve infrastructure resilience based on hazard risk probability
Our Vision
CSDET aids stakeholders to accelerate the growth of energy systems while simultaneously improving their resilience and security.
Leadership Team
Emma Stewart
Director
Heather Ackenhusen
Technical Director for Digital Resilience & Emerging Tech
Megan Culler
Technical Director for Energy Cybersecurity
Virginia Wright
Strategic Advisor & Operations
