Overview
This opportunity is a competitive solicitation to help Massachusetts State Agencies develop a cybersecurity Incident Response Plan (Cyber IRP) or implement a Tabletop Exercise (TTX) to assist in strengthening cybersecurity while reducing systemic cyber risk. The overall goal of this grant opportunity is to assist state agencies with improving cybersecurity by reducing susceptibility to cybersecurity threats, reducing vulnerabilities, and mitigating the consequences of attacks by enhancing specific cybersecurity capabilities.
Eligibility
Only a Massachusetts state agency may apply for funds through this opportunity.
Key Dates and Materials
Key Dates:
AGF Posted: August 27, 2025
Application Assistance Webinar (Optional): September 16, 2025, at 11 a.m. Register here
Application Due Date: 4:00 p.m., October 1, 2025
Award Notification (anticipated): November 2025
Performance Period (Tentative): November/December 2025 - June 30, 2026
Application Materials:
Cybersecurity Incident Response Planning and Tabletop Exercise Grant Opportunity AGF
Cybersecurity Incident Response Planning and Tabletop Exercise Grant Opportunity Online Application
Cybersecurity Incident Response Planning and Tabletop Exercise Grant Opportunity Budget Worksheet
Resources for Grant Recipients
Resources for Recipients of Cybersecurity Incident Response Planning and Tabletop Exercise Grant Funding - Please note that these resources are intended for current grant recipients and should not be submitted with applications for funding.
Massachusetts Cybersecurity Planning Committee
In accordance with terms of this federal grant program, the Massachusetts Cybersecurity Planning Committee was formed to guide allowable cybersecurity activities for the Commonwealth, its municipalities and other public entities. The Committee is composed of stakeholder representatives and chaired by the Commonwealth's Chief Information Officer. The panel is responsible for directing the use of SLCGP funds.