Is your organization ready for the new requirements starting October 2024?
The European Union is introducing the NIS2 Directive, aimed at strengthening digital resilience across key sectors. As of October 18, 2024, medium and large entities across multiple industries will be required to implement advanced risk management measures and incident reporting procedures. This is a significant shift that demands strategic preparation.
What is NIS2?
NIS2 (Directive (EU) 2022/2555) is the updated version of the original NIS Directive (NIS1). It aims to:
- harmonize cybersecurity requirements across the EU,
- extend the scope of regulated sectors,
- impose stricter obligations on entities vital to the functioning of the economy and society.
Who Does NIS2 Apply To?
The directive applies to medium-sized and large organizations operating in the following critical sectors:
- Energy: electricity, gas, and district heating providers
- Transport: operators in rail, air, maritime, and road transport
- Healthcare: hospitals, labs, pharmaceutical manufacturers
- Finance: banks, investment firms, insurance companies
- Digital infrastructure: cloud service providers, domain registrars, data centers
- Public administration: national and regional government bodies
- Digital services: social platforms, search engines, e-commerce providers
- Water and waste management: drinking water, sewage, and waste systems
- Industry: manufacturers of chemicals, medical devices, machinery
If your organization operates in one of these sectors and meets the size criteria, NIS2 obligations will likely apply to you.
What Obligations Does NIS2 Impose?
Organizations falling under NIS2 must:
- Implement risk management measures – identify threats, assess risks, and deploy appropriate technical and organizational safeguards
- Report cybersecurity incidents – notify authorities of major incidents within clearly defined timeframes
- Ensure business continuity – develop and maintain crisis management and recovery plans
- Train staff – raise cybersecurity awareness and build internal capabilities
- Cooperate with national authorities – participate in inspections and provide required information
Why Is NIS2 Compliance Important?
In an era of escalating cyber threats, ensuring the security of digital infrastructure is essential for:
- Operational stability and uninterrupted delivery of services
- Protecting critical infrastructure and sensitive data
- Building digital resilience across the European Union
- Enhancing cross-border cooperation in responding to incidents
What Should You Do Now?
The deadline for implementing NIS2 requirements is October 18, 2024. Companies should act now to:
- determine whether the directive applies to their business,
- assess their current cybersecurity posture,
- develop or update relevant policies and response plans,
- train teams and allocate resources accordingly.
Is Your Organization Ready for NIS2?
Our team at Cyberforces can help you:
- assess compliance readiness,
- develop tailored cybersecurity strategies,
- prepare incident response procedures,
- support audits, training, and implementation activities.
Ensure compliance. Protect your operations. Strengthen your cybersecurity.
