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Strong cybersecurity measures will prevent disruptions in the network, assuring that people will be able
to charge their vehicles. In addition, large fleets of electric vehicles being used to transport goods will be
able to operate uninterrupted, supporting the national and global supply chain’s goal of zero emissions.

EV charging networks are increasingly interconnected with energy grids. A more robust cybersecurity
plan for the EV charging infrastructure means a more protected grid system, supporting a renewable
energy system and promoting a sustainable energy ecosystem.

The road to energy independence and a more sustainable future will be paved by the cybersecurity
professionals who serve as the strongest frontline defense against bad actors who are consistently
improving their tactics. By remaining one step ahead of cybercriminals in innovation and security measure
best practices, we can secure the EV charging network and allow the EV revolution to continue moving
forward.

About the Author

Elaina Farnsworth is the Co-founder and Chief Executive Officer of
SkillFusion, a cutting-edge customer success platform for electric vehicle
service equipment (EVSE) operations and maintenance (O&M)
providers. With a passion and career-long dedication to talent and
workforce development and community engagement, Farnsworth is
focused on growing a certified talent pool with SkillFusion to operate and
maintain electric vehicle chargers and facilitate the growth of the charging
network across the country. Prior to SkillFusion, Farnsworth was the CEO
of The Next Education where she developed best-in-class continuing
education and certification programs designed to upskill and reskill the
workforce in automotive careers related to electrification, autonomy, and cybersecurity. She has created
and led credentialing and certification programs for the defense sector, federal agencies, Society of
Automotive Engineers (SAE), and other industry-leading private entities. Additionally, as a software
developer, Farnsworth has a proven track record in bringing to market resource allocation platforms
capable of just-in-time dispatching of resources.
Elaina can be reached online at https://www.linkedin.com/in/elainafarnsworth/and at our company
website http://www.skillfusion.com/

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