In May 2025, the revised NERC CIP framework requires that lower capacity BESS systems rated at 20 MVa or greater with a connection at 60 kV or higher be subject to NERC CIP. These newly regulated assets must demonstrate compliance by May 2026 or face fines of up to $1M per day for non-compliance. BlastWave’s approach to delivering NERC CIP security solutions for the BESS market focuses on operational simplicity for critical infrastructure at scale.
BlastWave protects Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) with a unique overlay Zero Trust Protection architecture. It supports key foundational security requirements with less operational complexity and lower TCO than traditional OT security offerings. BlastWave’s solution addresses key NERC CIP requirements faster and more economically than conventional “bolt-on” OT security solutions.
Passwordless remote access is phishing-resistant and removes credential theft as a risk factor.
Software-defined segmentation allows BESS networks to be segmented by risk factors and ensures least privilege access to each segment.
Create a secure overlay to protect legacy systems from vulnerabilities, shield them between patch windows, and limit downtime by creating segmentation for BESS systems.
BlastShield solutions require only 10% of the installation time, need 50% less maintenance, and cost 25% of traditional OT security solutions. BlastWave’s solutions are optimized for OT and built with Secure-By-Design principles from Day 1. These comprehensive protection solutions deliver:
Reduces downtime associated with patching vulnerable operational systems with network cloaking
BESS networks and systems are undiscoverable to hackers, preventing targeted cyberattacks and cloaking Zero Day vulnerabilities.
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With geographically dispersed assets and greater reliance on remote maintenance, BlastWave prevents unauthorized access or manipulation of BESS systems.
Existing staff can install and maintain systems without adding costly OT cybersecurity hires.
by eliminating cyber security risks before they can gain a foothold in your network.
by ensuring that all connectivity to the BESS systems is secure and encrypted, preventing the modification of sensor data in flight.
by not requiring expensive IT personnel or platforms and simplifying the installation, operation, and management of OT cybersecurity solutions
Supports key NERC CIP security requirements with minimal impact or downtime to existing operations.
Extending patch cycles while mitigating security controls increases uptime. Securing and encrypting all BESS system connectivity improves resilience, preventing sensor data modification in transit.
Lower Total cost of ownership with decreased capital expense, lower maintenance labor due to decreased complexity of maintaining multiple OT security integrations, and reduced requirements for specialized OT security expertise to own and operate.
BlastWave Use Cases for Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS):
These features help BESS systems comply with NERC CIP requirements effectively.
BlastWave securely connects Industrial Control Systems, Operational Technology, and Critical Infrastructure networks with Zero Trust Protection and delivers industrial-grade cybersecurity with consumer-grade ease-of-use.
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BlastShield is a Zero Trust OT cybersecurity solution for Battery Energy Storage Systems, or BESS. It helps protect BESS networks, remote access paths, control systems, and legacy OT devices using network cloaking, passwordless MFA, and software-defined segmentation.
Battery Energy Storage Systems need OT cybersecurity because they are increasingly connected to grids, remote operators, DER environments, control centers, and market systems. Without strong protection, attackers may be able to discover, access, or manipulate critical BESS infrastructure.
BlastWave helps BESS operators support NERC CIP security requirements by enabling secure remote access, segmentation, access control, network cloaking, auditability, and protection for critical OT systems with minimal operational disruption.
BlastWave can help protect Battery Management Systems, inverter control systems, grid integration systems, remote monitoring and control systems, data acquisition systems, DER communication systems, and legacy OT assets.
Network cloaking hides critical BESS assets from unauthorized users and reconnaissance tools. This helps prevent attackers from discovering battery systems, control devices, and vulnerable legacy assets before they can attempt an attack.
BlastWave provides phishing-resistant, passwordless remote access for operators, maintenance teams, vendors, and contractors. Access can be limited to only the systems and data each user needs, helping enforce least privilege.
Segmentation and microsegmentation divide BESS networks into controlled zones. This limits lateral movement, reduces the blast radius of an attack, and helps ensure that users and systems can only communicate with approved assets.
Yes. BlastWave can provide network-layer mitigating controls for legacy or end-of-life systems that cannot be patched or easily upgraded. This helps reduce exposure without requiring major changes to existing IT or OT architecture.
BlastWave helps secure and encrypt connectivity to BESS systems, reducing the risk of unauthorized access or modification of sensor data such as temperature, voltage, and current readings.
The main benefits include increased uptime, improved safety, lower operational costs, reduced cyber risk, simplified deployment, secure remote maintenance, stronger compliance support, and protection against phishing, reconnaissance, and lateral movement.
Begin by identifying the systems that support battery operations, safety, and grid integration. These may include Battery Management Systems, inverter controls, grid integration systems, DER communication systems, remote monitoring platforms, and data acquisition systems.
Use network cloaking to make sensitive BESS assets undiscoverable to unauthorized users and reconnaissance tools. This reduces the ability of attackers to find and target critical systems.
Replace password-based access with phishing-resistant, passwordless MFA. This helps protect employees, operators, vendors, and contractors from credential theft and unauthorized access.
Use software-defined segmentation to separate BESS systems based on function, risk, and operational need. Limit access between zones so users and systems can only reach approved assets.
Give each user access only to the devices, systems, and data required for their role. Restrict vendor and maintenance access to specific systems and operational windows whenever possible.
Secure Battery Management Systems and inverter controls from unauthorized access or manipulation. Ensure communications between BESS assets and grid control systems are protected.
Protect data acquisition systems and secure the transmission of sensor data such as temperature, voltage, and current. This helps prevent manipulation of data in transit.
Secure communications between BESS assets, distributed energy resources, and systems that participate in frequency regulation markets. Prevent unauthorized manipulation of grid-related control functions.
Use network-layer protections around end-of-life or hard-to-patch systems. This helps reduce risk while preserving uptime and minimizing disruption to existing operations.
Use Zero Trust architecture, network cloaking, segmentation, and secure remote access to support NERC CIP alignment, reduce cyberattack blast radius, and improve resilience across BESS operations.
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