Consideration is given to the issues with IT in critical infrastructure services eg. the Power Sector. Any big operation like the power sector utilizes information systems (IS). The areas of basic network security and the best ways to improve network security is of importance, because the sector is a core necessity for citizens and a critical need for businesses.

IS works on both internal/external networks, which control all computer applications eg. application submission, finance, design, construction and maintenance. IS utilized, comprise, people, procedures, software, hardware, data, and the internet (O’Leary 2017, p. 4). It is critical for the Power Sector to be aware of its vulnerabilities and look at its efforts in planning and preparedness towards cyberattack on its IS as detailed in the topic content.