FEMA offers $280M in cybersecurity funding for states, territories
The Federal Emergency Management Agency is offering a significant funding opportunity to state, local, and territorial governments through its State and Local Cybersecurity Grant Program.
With nearly $280 million available for fiscal year 2024, this program aims to help communities enhance their cybersecurity resilience, protect critical infrastructure, and better respond to evolving cyber threats. This is an excellent chance to secure funding for your projects and strengthen your cybersecurity posture.
Funding opportunity overview
FEMA is offering nearly $280 million in FY 2024 funding through the State and Local Cybersecurity Grant Program to help state, local, and territorial governments reduce cybersecurity risks and protect critical infrastructure. This funding supports projects that strengthen cybersecurity resilience and response capabilities.
Key program objectives
Applicants must address at least one of the following objectives:
Governance and Planning: Develop or improve state cybersecurity plans.
Cybersecurity Assessments: Identify gaps and areas for improvement.
Risk-Based Security Measures: Implement measures based on assessed risks.
Workforce Training: Train personnel in cybersecurity practices.
FUNDING ALLOCATION
Minimum Allocations
States, District of Columbia, and Puerto Rico: $3.047 million each.
American Samoa, Guam, U.S. Virgin Islands, Northern Mariana Islands: $761,916 each.
Additional funds are allocated based on population size.
Performance Period: Feb. 1, 2025 — Jan. 31, 2029
Key deadlines and submission guidelines
Application Deadline: Dec. 3, 2024, 5:00 PM ET.
Submission: Apply through the FEMA Grants Outcomes System.
Funding Announcement: Expected by Feb. 1, 2025.
Cost share requirements
30% cost share for most applicants.
20% for multi-entity projects.
Waived for certain U.S. territories (American Samoa, Guam, etc.).
Best practices for cybersecurity projects
Implement multifactor authentication (MFA).
Ensure strong encryption and secure backup/recovery systems.
Avoid using unsupported software and enforce strong password policies.
How to apply
Review FEMA’s Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO).
Submit your application by Dec. 3, 2024.
Ensure your FEMA-approved cybersecurity plan is submitted by Jan. 30, 2025.
Don’t miss out on this crucial opportunity to improve your cybersecurity infrastructure and resilience. With applications due by Dec. 3, 2024, now is the time to prepare and submit your proposal. Be sure to review FEMA’s guidelines and submit your application on time to take full advantage of this funding.
For more information, visit FEMA’s NOFO page or reach out to the FEMA SLCGP team at FEMA-SLCGP@fema.dhs.gov. (PR)
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