Additional Info

Job title of nominated professional (or team name)Cybersecurity Operations Team
Company (where nominated professional or team is working)NiSource
Websitehttps://nisource.com
Company size (employees)5,000 to 9,999
CountryUnited States
Headquarters RegionNorth America

Overview

The NiSource Cybersecurity Operations Center (CSOC) is a cornerstone in safeguarding the organization’s critical infrastructure, ensuring the secure and reliable delivery of energy services across six states. The CSOC operates through three specialized teams—Cybersecurity Operations, Cyber Threat Intelligence & Analytics, and Cybersecurity Architecture—working collaboratively to detect, respond to, and mitigate evolving cyber threats. This integrated model strengthens NiSource’s security posture, enabling proactive defense strategies, rapid incident response, and continuous security improvements. The CSOC’s commitment to innovation, operational excellence, and resilience has positioned it as an industry leader in cybersecurity, setting a benchmark for critical infrastructure protection in the energy sector.

Accomplishments

• Adaptive Defense and Continuous Improvement: The CSOC has implemented a dynamic defense strategy that integrates real-time threat intelligence, advanced analytics, and automation. This approach ensures rapid threat detection, efficient incident response, and continuous refinement of security measures to adapt to the ever-changing cybersecurity landscape.
• Operational Excellence in Cybersecurity: Through seamless collaboration among its specialized teams, the CSOC has created a unified, high-performing security environment. This structure enhances visibility across the enterprise, optimizes response capabilities, and ensures operational efficiency, contributing to a stronger, more resilient cybersecurity posture.
• Driving Innovation in Critical Infrastructure Security: The CSOC has been instrumental in modernizing NiSource’s cybersecurity practices, leveraging cutting-edge technologies and architectural advancements to protect vital systems. Their proactive approach not only secures current operations but also lays the groundwork for future resilience in the face of emerging cyber threats.