Morningstar Jacobs Secures $1 Billion Framework for UK Energy Cybersecurity Enhancement
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- •Jacobs awarded over $1 billion for cybersecurity frameworks by SSEN Transmission.
- •Focus on operational technology cybersecurity and digital services to enhance grid resilience.
- •AI-enabled solutions will support the energy transition and operational efficiency.
Jacobs has been awarded multiple frameworks by SSEN Transmission to modernize and secure the electricity transmission network in northern Scotland. The contracts, valued at over $1 billion, focus on operational technology cybersecurity, substation design, and digital services. These efforts aim to strengthen grid resilience and facilitate renewable energy integration, aligning with the UK's energy security priorities. The frameworks will address critical cybersecurity needs as the energy sector becomes increasingly digital and interconnected. Jacobs will implement cyber-by-design principles, network segmentation, and real-time threat monitoring to protect critical infrastructure. Additionally, AI-enabled solutions will enhance operational efficiency and support the energy transition outlined in SSEN's RIIO-T3 program. This initiative reflects a broader trend in the energy sector towards integrated cybersecurity and digital transformation.
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