Cyber Grants
On September 16, 2022, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) announced a first-of-its-kind cybersecurity grant program specifically for state, local, and territorial (SLT) governments across the country.
Funding from the State and Local Cybersecurity Grant Program (SLCGP) and the Tribal Cybersecurity Grant Program (TCGP) helps eligible entities address cybersecurity risks and threats to information systems owned or operated by—or on behalf of—SLT governments and Tribal governments. Through separate Notices of Funding Opportunity (NOFOs), SLCGP and TCGP combined will make $1 billion available over four years, including more than $400 million in FY23 and more than $300 million in FY24.
Read about the authorization for SLCGP
Through the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) of 2021, Congress established the State and Local Cybersecurity Improvement Act, which established the State and Local Cybersecurity Grant Program, appropriating $1 billion to be awarded over four years.
These entities face unique challenges and are at varying levels of preparedness in defending against increasingly sophisticated and ever-changing cyber threats. DHS, through CISA in coordination with FEMA, is taking steps to help stakeholders across the country understand the severity of their unique local cyber threats and cultivate partnerships to reduce related risks across the SLT enterprise.
State and Local Cybersecurity Grant Program
On September 16, 2022, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) announced a first-of-its-kind cybersecurity grant program specifically for state, local, and territorial (SLT) governments across the country.
Tribal Cybersecurity Grant Program
The TCGP will help tribal governments address cybersecurity risks and threats to their information systems by enabling DHS to provide targeted cybersecurity resources that will improve their security.
Contact Information
SLCGP Email: SLCGPinfo@cisa.dhs.gov
TCGP Email: TCGPinfo@cisa.dhs.gov
Tools and Resources
The following list of CISA resources are recommended products, services, and tools at no cost to the state, local, tribal, and territorial governments, as well as public and private sector critical infrastructure organizations. Please note other links will be added as they become available.
Cyber Resource Hub
CISA offers a range of cybersecurity assessments that evaluate operational resilience, cybersecurity practices, organizational management of external dependencies, and other key elements of a robust and resilient cyber framework.
Ransomware Guide
This guide is an update to the Joint Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) and Multi-State Information Sharing & Analysis Center (MS-ISAC) Ransomware Guide released in September 2020.
Cyber Resilience Review
The Cyber Resilience Review (CRR) is an interview-based assessment to evaluate an organization’s operational resilience and cybersecurity practices.
Free Cybersecurity Services and Tools
As part of our continuing mission to reduce cybersecurity risk, CISA has compiled a list of free cybersecurity tools and services to help organizations further advance their security capabilities.
Grant.gov Cybersecurity Plan Template
A Cybersecurity Plan Template is available through Grant.gov. Select the "Related Documents" tab to view and download the document.
Report an Incident
CISA provides secure means for constituents and partners to report incidents, phishing attempts, malware, and vulnerabilities.
FEMA Resources
Key Links:
- Grants.gov
- Grants Program Directorate Information Bulletins
- FEMA Standard Terms and Conditions (updated each fiscal year)
Program Office Contact
FEMA has assigned state-specific Preparedness Officers for the SLCGP. If you do not know your Preparedness Officer, please contact the Centralized Scheduling and Information Desk (CSID) by phone at (800) 368-6498 or by email at askcsid@fema.dhs.gov, Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. ET.
Centralized Scheduling and Information Desk (CSID)
CSID is a non-emergency comprehensive management and information resource developed by FEMA for grant stakeholders. CSID provides general information on all FEMA grant programs and maintains a comprehensive database containing key personnel contact information at the federal, state and local levels. When necessary, recipients will be directed to a federal point of contact who can answer specific programmatic questions or concerns. CSID can be reached by phone at (800) 368-6498 or by e-mail at askcsid@fema.dhs.gov, Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. ET.