Technology and Security Services provide a wide range of support functions for VPPSA staff as well as our member systems’ staff.
Technology Infrastructure
VPPSA transitioned to a VOIP phone system several years ago and has recently helped two of our member systems deploy VOIP phone systems in their offices. This effort enables VPPSA as well as these members to be a truly mobile workforce and to take phone calls with them whether they are in the office, working remotely or on the road.
In addition to managing and maintaining our building and electronic infrastructure, we also perform technology projects at Members’ systems offices. We continue to utilize group purchasing power to acquire computing hardware for our office and Members. We utilizes several vendors to allow us to monitor and maintain equipment across all environments remotely with ease.
Meter Interrogation
We coordinate all meter interrogation systems within the Authority. We utilize Itron’s MV90xi meter interrogation system to perform these duties. All utility boundary ties, hydro, farm methane, solar generation as well as battery storage meters are included in this program.
NERC CIP Compliance
We perform all information systems support at our “Project 10” Peaking Plant. This consists of the automation control network, as well as NERC’s Computer Infrastructure Protection (CIP) compliance activities. We also assist other NERC compliance tasks.