NIS2 Directive
Whats companies need to know & do now
The NIS2 Directive strengthens cybersecurity requirements in the EU to better protect critical infrastructure and companies from digital threats.
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➜ What is NIS2?
➜ Which companies are affected?
➜ What are the key requirements?
➜ What actions are necessary?
➜ How your IT service provider can assist
What is NIS2?
The NIS2 Directive is a European Union regulation aimed at enhancing cybersecurity across member states. It establishes stricter requirements for critical infrastructure and essential services, ensuring better protection against cyber threats.
The NIS2 Directive mandates EU member states to transpose it into national law by October 17, 2024.
Companies affected by NIS2
The NIS2 Directive affects significantly more companies than the previous version:
- Critical infrastructures in areas such as energy, transport, health & finance
- Important sectors such as ICT, postal services & food industry
- Digital service providers such as cloud providers, data centers & social networks
- Companies with more than 50 employees or €10 million in annual revenue may be affected
Key requirements of NIS2
Risk management and security measures
- Implementation of technical measures such as firewalls and encryption
- Effective patch management
- Regular audits and penetration tests
Reporting of security incidents
- Reporting within 24 hours of discovery
- Comprehensive report within 72 hours
Training and awareness raising
- Regular employee training on cybersecurity risks
Crisis management
- Develop incident contingency plans
Action required for companies
➀ Check whether your company is covered by the NIS2 directive
➁ Perform a comprehensive risk analysis of your IT infrastructure
➂ Implement the necessary security measures based on the results
➃ Develop a detailed incident response plan
➄ Provide regular cybersecurity training to your employees
Potential consequences
Failure to comply with the NIS2 requirements may result in fines of up to 10 million euros or 2% of annual turnover.
Companies should familiarize themselves with the new requirements at an early stage and implement the necessary measures to ensure timely compliance.
Fast and effective compliance with NIS2
We support you in efficiently implementing the requirements of the NIS2 directive:
- Analysis & consulting: identification of risks and creation of a customized implementation plan.
- Technical solutions: Introduction of modern security standards, including monitoring, access controls and emergency plans.
- Training & awareness: Sensitizing your management and employees to the new obligations.
- Continuous support: Regular updates and audits to ensure compliance.
