More security for the digital infrastructure in Europe through NIS-2
As IT security is increasingly coming into focus and the current situation also confirms its relevance, the topic is underpinned not only from a standards perspective but also from a legal perspective.
Agenda:
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- The NIS 2 Directive
- FIS-ASP and the NIS-2 Directive
- Conclusion
The NIS 2 Directive
The NIS 2 Directive (Network and Information Security Directive 2) represents a new standard for the cyber security of companies and organizations. It was adopted by the EU in December 2022 and has not yet been enshrined in national law due to the early elections. It builds on its predecessor by not only expanding the scope of application, but also defining stricter security and reporting obligations.
2. FIS-ASP and the NIS-2 Directive
The introduction of the NIS 2 directive requires a strategic reorientation of IT security. Companies must evolve from a reactive to a proactive security strategy.
As an experienced IT service provider, we are guided by the standard requirements of ISO 27001 and the NIS 2 directive and ensure that our own processes and structures meet the high security requirements stipulated therein.
Relevant measures are necessary for the following topics, for example:
- Implementation of protective measures: Through comprehensive security management, FIS-ASP ensures the protection of its systems – from the continuous improvement of incident response management to the implementation of state-of-the-art security solutions. Organizations need to invest more in modern technologies such as security information and event management systems (SIEM), threat intelligence and endpoint security solutions.
- Training and awareness-raising: To raise awareness of cyber security, FIS-ASP provides regular training and awareness-raising measures for its employees. Cybersecurity starts with the users. Companies should conduct regular training to raise awareness of phishing attacks, social engineering and other threats.
- Responsibility at management level: The involvement of the management level is a key point of the directive. This requires a new level of commitment and responsibility for IT security at board level.
- Cooperation and information sharing: Companies are encouraged to work more closely with authorities and other organizations to share information on threats at an early stage and jointly improve security standards.
- Security audits and risk analyses: FIS-ASP conducts regular internal audits in order to identify weaknesses in its own IT infrastructure at an early stage and take appropriate protective measures or ensure continuous improvement. In addition, a neutral view is regularly obtained from external auditors.
3. Conclusion
The NIS 2 Directive represents a significant step towards improving cyber security in Europe. Companies are required to take comprehensive measures to meet the new requirements. While the implementation poses challenges, it also offers the opportunity to optimize security strategies sustainably and thus become more resistant to cyber threats in the long term. Service providers – such as FIS-ASP – play a central role in this and can provide valuable support.