What is CIRCA?
The Cyber Incident Reporting for Critical Infrastructure Act (CIRCA) is a mandate that requires companies to report any significant cyber incidents to the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). This aims to enhance the security of the nation’s critical infrastructure. This includes everything from power plants to financial institutions.
While the mandate is primarily aimed at large companies that operate critical infrastructure, it also affects small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs). The reason for this is that SMBs often provide services or products to these larger entities. SMBs may be less aware of the requirements and implications of CIRCA, but compliance is essential to ensure the security of the nation’s critical infrastructure.