Bio
Raymond Borges is a leading Cyber Security researcher specializing in cybersecurity for cyber-physical systems, developing analytics for distributed systems, digital twins, and anomaly detection in microgrids. As Co-PI, his initiatives have secured over $5 million in funding, fostering collaborations with DUKE, EPB, the Office of Electricity, and the DHS Science and Technology Directorate.
Raymond's recent focus is on integrating Distributed Ledger Technology (DLT) with power systems to enhance microgrid security and resilience. His notable work includes developing the Cyber Grid Guard (CGG) system, which uses DLT to ensure data integrity and confidentiality from intelligent electronic devices (IEDs) and customer-owned distributed energy resources (DERs). His efforts have demonstrated successful applications in protection, control, and monitoring within electrical substations.
He has also led the creation and commissioning of an advanced electrical substation grid testbed (ESGT) that integrates real-time simulators and IEDs, crucial for troubleshooting and assessing power system protection and communication applications. Additionally, his work on the CGG framework addresses critical supply chain vulnerabilities in the electric infrastructure by ensuring secure and traceable asset information.
Raymond has developed high-resolution emulated sensors like EmSense, facilitating experiments with smart grid and DLT frameworks. These sensors capture and process high-velocity data, essential for modern power grid applications. He holds certifications as a Microsoft Certified Technology Specialist (MCTS), CompTIA Security+, Network+, and A+, and has taught courses for various certification exams. Raymond is on track to complete his PhD at West Virginia University in the summer of 2025, further cementing his expertise in cybersecurity for power systems.
Professional Experience
Cyber Security Research Scientist
Oak Ridge National Laboratory, TN
August 2013 – Present
Raymond Borges is a leading Cyber Security researcher at Oak Ridge National Laboratory. He specializes in using Distributed Ledger Technology (DLT) to enhance the security and resilience of microgrids. As Co-PI for several high-profile projects, he has secured over $5 million in funding and collaborated with DUKE, EPB, the Office of Electricity, and the DHS Science and Technology Directorate.
Raymond has led the development of the Cyber Grid Guard (CGG) system, leveraging DLT to ensure data integrity and confidentiality from IEDs and customer-owned DERs. He has successfully implemented electrical fault and power quality detection algorithms, demonstrating applications in protection, control, and monitoring within electrical substations. He has also created and commissioned an advanced electrical substation grid testbed (ESGT) integrating real-time simulators and IEDs, essential for troubleshooting and assessing power system protection and communication applications.
Raymond has addressed supply chain vulnerabilities within the electric infrastructure through the CGG framework, incorporating blockchain technology to ensure secure and traceable asset information. His development of the EmSense device has facilitated experiments with smart grids and DLT frameworks, capturing and processing high-velocity data critical for power grid applications.
In addition to his research, Raymond has authored numerous influential publications in machine learning, power system disturbance, and cybersecurity. His work continues to drive innovation in the energy sector, addressing contemporary challenges and enhancing the security and resilience of power systems.
Adjunct Instructor
Various Institutions
January 2009 – August 2010
Raymond designed and taught courses for Microsoft Certified Technology Specialist (MCTS), CompTIA Security+, Network+, and A+ certification exams. He provided students with comprehensive knowledge and practical skills, mentoring them through complex technical concepts and industry best practices.
Certifications
- Microsoft Certified Technology Specialist (MCTS)
- CompTIA Security+
- CompTIA Network+
- CompTIA A+
Skills
- Cybersecurity for Cyber-Physical Systems
- Distributed Systems Analytics
- Digital Twins
- Anomaly Detection Algorithms
- Distributed Ledger Technology (DLT)
- Power Systems Protection and Control
- Real-Time Simulation
- Blockchain Technology
- High-Resolution Sensor Development
- Incident Response and Network Security
Education
West Virginia University
Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.), Computer Science
Expected Summer 2025
- Activities and Societies: SREB Fellow, IEEE, SHPE, IEEE Computer Society, CyberWVU
- Leadership: Cybersecurity and Digital Forensics Club VP
- Skills: Artificial Intelligence (AI), Data Engineering, Deep Learning, Data Science, Software Architecture, Big Data Analytics
Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico
Master of Science (M.S.), Computer Science
2010 – 2011
- Activities and Societies: NRC Fellow
- Skills: Data Engineering, Data Science, Big Data Analytics
Universidad del Turabo
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Computer Engineering
2003 – 2010
- Activities and Societies: Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers, IEEE, IEEE Computer Society, Multidisciplinary Entrepreneurial Program for Innovation
- Skills: Data Engineering and Software Engineering
Professional Affiliations
IEEE - Computer Society
ACM
DC865-Knoxville Defcon Chapter
Specialized Equipment
Electric Grid Infrastructure: Relays, Meters, RTAC, Boundary Clocks, Managed Routers and Switches and HMI.