Rosatom State Corporation has embarked on creating a voluntary certification system for IT solutions. This initiative will enable the assessment of how well software and IT equipment meet required standards for functionality and reliability, particularly in facilities that are part of critical information infrastructure within the nuclear sector. The goal is to ensure that essential digital systems operate with proven safety, performance, and resilience in demanding environments.
Speaking about the program, Evgeny Abakumov, who leads information infrastructure for Rosatom, emphasized a clear objective: the software and hardware used at key critical information infrastructure facilities should originate in Russia, covering every stage of development and production. This emphasis on domestic origins aims to strengthen sovereignty and reliability across the nuclear industry’s digital backbone.
Rosatom also plans to work closely with government regulators and software manufacturers to align the certification standards with national policies and industry needs. The collaboration is intended to create a transparent, verifiable pathway for vendors and facilities, ensuring that the most sensitive IT components can be trusted for safe and continuous operation.
Abakumov indicated that the program will begin with a testing phase that evaluates computing and telecommunications equipment, with the first certificate expected by year’s end. This timeline reflects a practical approach to validating the criteria and demonstrating the system’s effectiveness in real-world settings, while also inviting feedback from stakeholders to refine the process.
According to Abakumov, the certification system will support a methodical approach to selecting and implementing technical solutions. It is seen as a pivotal step toward achieving technological independence and the long-term sustainability of information systems used in the nuclear industry, reducing exposure to supply chain risks and external shocks while promoting consistent security and reliability throughout critical operations.
The overall rollout of the new system will begin by subjecting computing and telecommunications equipment to rigorous evaluation in the initial phase, establishing a benchmark for future certifications and helping to standardize performance criteria across the sector.