Idaho National Laboratory, managed by Battelle Energy Alliance, is one of 17 U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) national laboratories. Located in Idaho Falls, Idaho, INL employs more than 6,000 researchers and support staff with a common vision, to change the world’s energy future and secure our nation’s critical infrastructure. INL’s national security mission focuses on protecting the nation’s critical infrastructure, preventing the proliferation of weapons of mass destruction, and providing direct support to America’s warfighters. From our decades-long work in building and testing more than 50 nuclear reactors in the high desert west of Idaho Falls, INL has developed a deep understanding of operational technology and the cybersecurity and engineering needed to secure systems and provide critical function assurance.

For over a decade, INL has been conducting vulnerability assessments and developing technology and tools to increase infrastructure security and resilience. With a strong emphasis on industry collaboration and partnership, INL is enhancing power grid reliability, control systems cybersecurity and physical security systems.

INL conducts advanced cyber training and oversees simulated competitive exercises for national and international customers. The lab supports cybersecurity and control systems programs for the departments of Homeland Security, Energy and Defense. INL staff members are also frequently asked to provide guidance and leadership to standards organizations, regulatory agencies and national policy committees.