State and local cybersecurity grant program tribal cybersecurity grant program

The State of North Dakota Department of Emergency Services Division, doing business as ND Department of Emergency Services, was awarded a $4,666,397 Formula Grant under the Federal Emergency Management Agency's (FEMA) State and Local Cybersecurity Grant Program (CFDA 97.137) on December 8, 2023. This funding supports a wide range of cybersecurity enhancement initiatives for state, local, tribal, and territorial governments, including developing cybersecurity plans and governance structures, conducting vulnerability assessments, implementing security controls, delivering workforce training, and upgrading critical infrastructure protection. As the primary recipient, the ND Department of Emergency Services will likely issue sub-awards to local governments, tribes, and non-profits across North Dakota to implement localized cybersecurity projects.