Business Details
44 Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Energy Security Solutions
The Energy Security Council has served as the nation's premier network for energy security professionals since 1982. Our organization unites experts from corporate security, law enforcement, and critical infrastructure sectors to proactively address physical and cyber threats against energy systems. Through real-time threat intelligence sharing, infrastructure protection guidance, and government-private sector collaboration, we empower members to prevent crises before they occur.Our annual workshops and risk briefings keep members ahead of emerging security challenges while our 43-year track record demonstrates deep institutional expertise in energy sector resilience. With 158 member organizations representing over $1 trillion in energy assets, we maintain 92% member satisfaction through actionable intelligence and proven security frameworks.
Services
Infrastructure Protection
Threat Intelligence
Government Integration
Annual Workshops
Energy Resilience
Details
- Year established: 1982
Highlights and features
- 43 years of specialized energy security expertise
- Real-time threat intelligence sharing platform
- Government-private sector communication facilitation
- Proven infrastructure hardening methodologies
- 92% member satisfaction rate
What people say
Prevent real threats
Irreplaceable asset
Timely response
Expert guidance
Secure collaboration
Services
Infrastructure Protection
We provide comprehensive guidance for energy infrastructure hardening. Our experts help oil & gas companies, chemical facilities, and grid providers implement physical security measures, contingency planning, and threat response protocols. With 43 years of experience, we deliver proven strategies to protect critical energy assets from both physical and cyber threats.
Threat Intelligence
Our real-time intelligence network delivers actionable security insights. We provide members with continuous risk briefings, threat assessments, and secure collaboration platforms. This enables energy companies to stay ahead of emerging security challenges and make informed decisions to protect their operations and personnel.
Government Integration
We facilitate direct communication channels between federal agencies and energy sector leaders. Our integration programs ensure timely information sharing about national security threats and coordinated response strategies. This collaboration strengthens the industry's ability to prevent and respond to security incidents affecting critical infrastructure.
Annual Workshops
Our specialized workshops address evolving security technologies and threat landscapes. Industry experts lead sessions on emerging risks, new protection methodologies, and incident response strategies. Participants gain practical knowledge to enhance their security programs and maintain resilience against sophisticated threats.
Energy Resilience
We develop comprehensive resilience frameworks for energy companies. Our programs focus on proactive threat prevention, business continuity planning, and rapid response capabilities. By combining sector-specific expertise with cross-industry best practices, we help members build robust security systems that withstand evolving threats.
People
Brandon Martin
Executive Director
Brandon Martin leads the Energy Security Council with over 25 years of experience in critical infrastructure protection. He oversees strategic initiatives connecting energy security professionals across government and private sectors.
David Rainwater
Chairman
David Rainwater serves as Chairman and brings extensive global security expertise from Murphy Exploration & Production Company. He leads strategic direction for the council's infrastructure protection programs.
Rob Ream
Board Member
Rob Ream contributes global security leadership experience from Helmerich & Payne Inc. He focuses on enhancing offshore energy security protocols and international threat response strategies.
Robert Crane
Board Member
Robert Crane provides homeland security expertise as Program Executive for Energy Security at the Institute for Homeland Security. He specializes in integrating federal security frameworks with industry operations.
Darin Dillon
Board Member
Darin Dillon offers senior energy security leadership from LenelS2. He focuses on advanced security technology implementation and threat detection system development for critical infrastructure.
Questions
What is the Energy Security Council's primary mission?
We protect America's energy infrastructure by connecting security professionals across government and industry to prevent physical and cyber threats.
How does ESC help energy companies with security?
We provide threat intelligence, infrastructure protection guidance, government collaboration programs, and specialized security workshops to enhance resilience.
What types of energy infrastructure do you protect?
We specialize in oil & gas facilities, chemical plants, power generation sites, and electrical grid infrastructure security solutions.
How can professionals get involved with ESC?
We welcome energy security experts as speakers, workshop facilitators, board advisors, or regional liaisons through our membership programs.
What makes ESC unique in energy security?
Our 43-year track record combines government-private sector collaboration with real-time threat intelligence and proven infrastructure protection methodologies.
