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Energy Cybersecurity Risk Assessment Checklist Template

Protect your energy assets from evolving cyber threats. This checklist helps you systematically identify, assess, and mitigate cybersecurity risks, ensuring operational resilience and regulatory compliance. Download now and strengthen your energy infrastructure's defenses.

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Asset Identification & Inventory

1 of 10

Identify critical energy assets and maintain a comprehensive inventory including hardware, software, and data locations.

Asset Name

Asset ID

Asset Description

Asset Type (e.g., Turbine, Substation, Solar Panel)

Date of Last Inventory Update

Asset Location (GPS Coordinates)

Asset Documentation (Manuals, Schematics)

Network Security

2 of 10

Assess network segmentation, firewall configurations, intrusion detection/prevention systems, and remote access controls.

Firewall Rule Count

Firewall Vendor

Network Segmentation Zones

Last Firewall Rule Review Date

Description of Network Segmentation Strategy

Intrusion Detection System (IDS) Status

Number of VPN Connections

Endpoint Security

3 of 10

Evaluate endpoint protection, vulnerability scanning, patch management, and mobile device security policies.

Last Vulnerability Scan Score

Last Patching Date

Antivirus Software

Software Updates Enabled?

Latest Endpoint Security Report

Firewall Status

Number of Active EDR Agents

Data Security & Privacy

4 of 10

Review data encryption, access controls, data loss prevention measures, and compliance with data privacy regulations.

Data Encryption Status

Number of Data Breaches (Last Year)

Data Privacy Regulations Compliance

Data Classification Policy Description

Access Control Review Frequency

Last Data Privacy Impact Assessment Date

Identity & Access Management (IAM)

5 of 10

Assess user account management, authentication methods (MFA), privileged access management, and role-based access control.

Authentication Method Used

Number of Active User Accounts

Privileged Access Management (PAM) Implementation

Last Password Policy Review Date

Account Access Review Frequency

Description of Role-Based Access Control (RBAC) Model

Typical Time for User Account Provisioning

Account Lockout Policy Enforced?

Supply Chain Risk Management

6 of 10

Evaluate cybersecurity practices of third-party vendors and service providers involved in the energy supply chain.

Vendor Tier Level

Vendor Risk Score (1-10)

Vendor Cybersecurity Assessment Completed?

Last Cybersecurity Assessment Date

Summary of Vendor Cybersecurity Assessment Findings

Vendor Cybersecurity Assessment Report

Key Services Provided by Vendor

Remediation Plan for Identified Risks (if any)

Incident Response & Recovery

7 of 10

Review incident response plans, disaster recovery procedures, and business continuity planning for cybersecurity events.

Date of Incident

Time of Incident

Detailed Description of Incident

Incident Severity Level

Systems Affected

Containment Actions Taken

Eradication Actions Taken

Recovery Actions Taken

Estimated Downtime (hours)

Incident Responder Signature

Security Awareness & Training

8 of 10

Assess the effectiveness of cybersecurity awareness training programs for employees and contractors.

Number of Employees Trained (Last Year)

Training Delivery Method (Select all that apply)

Date of Last Cybersecurity Awareness Training

Summary of Key Training Topics Covered

Frequency of Refresher Training (Choose one)

Training Content Topics (Select all that apply)

Regulatory Compliance

9 of 10

Verify adherence to relevant cybersecurity regulations and industry standards (e.g., NERC CIP, GDPR).

Applicable Regulations (Select all that apply)

Specify 'Other' Regulations (if selected)

Last Compliance Audit Date

Audit Score (if applicable)

Upload Compliance Documentation

Compliance Status

Details of Non-Compliance (if applicable)

Physical Security

10 of 10

Evaluate physical access controls, surveillance systems, and security measures protecting energy infrastructure.

Location of Main Control Room

Number of Security Cameras (Active)

Type of Perimeter Fencing

Date of Last Perimeter Fence Inspection

Access Control Methods Employed

Description of Visitor Management Process

Security Personnel Signature (Confirmation of Physical Security Check)

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