NIS2 explained in key areas
EU’s cybersecurity directive NIS2 has undoubtedly become an important particle in the business world. Challenging to craft and execute on an organizational level, NIS2 stands as a must if you want to keep your business going.
To bolster cybersecurity and minimize threats, NIS2 differentiates four key areas to consider:
- Risk management – incident management, improved network security and access control, including encryption.
- Corporate accountability – the management must oversee, approve, and receive training on the organization’s cybersecurity measures, while also ensuring that cyber risks are properly addressed.
- Reporting obligations – Organizations now must meet reporting requirements, including sharing information about events that could seriously affect their services and recipients.
- Business continuity – Conduct a tailored reaction plan in case of a cybersecurity incident, sustained by system recovery, emergency procedures backed up by a crisis response team.
- Supplier’s Management – Enhance supply chain security and management.
Baseline security measures
Since every organization is unique in its structure and needs, so is the way to comply with NIS2. A gateway to sustainable compliance begins with a posture assessment, auditing and choosing the right team of professionals advising on the correct policies and tools.
Nevertheless, baseline measures applicable to most businesses can be stated:
- Create and implement risk and security policies for information systems
- Design a continuity plan to manage business operations during and after a security incident. This includes keeping backups up to date and ensuring that access to IT systems and their core functions is maintained throughout and following an incident.
- Determine security measures for system procurement, development, and operation. This involves having clear policies in place for identifying, handling, and reporting vulnerabilities.
- Choose the right tools that will pave the way for successful policy implementation.
- Settle cybersecurity awareness training and guidance on essential computer practices.
Building on the foundation of the new law, it’s essential to address the growing challenges posed by emerging cyber-attacks. More information about NIS2 and Telelink Business Services’ solutions can be seen HERE
