Energy Magazine October 2020 | Page 69

ABOUT ENCS
Anjos Nijk has been MD of the ENCS since 2016 . With previous experience working for leading technology companies such as AT & T and Nokia , Nijk understands the importance of technology in everyday life and how to protect it . “ ENCS is a non-profit member organisation that brings together critical infrastructure stakeholders and security experts to deploy secure European critical energy grids and infrastructure . Founded in 2012 , ENCS has dedicated researchers and test specialists who work with members and partners on applied research , defining technical security requirements , component and end-to-end testing , as well as education and training . ENCS uses its network in academia , government , and business to provide cybersecurity solutions and counsel dedicated to the needs of national Distribution System Operators ( DSO ), Transport System Operators ( TSOs ) and regulators .

69 “ With recent developments of increasing criminal and state actor activity in the energy domain , a re-evaluation of company efforts is needed and ongoing ”

— Anjos Nijk , ENCS www . energydigital . com