What does the NIS2 directive change in the field of cybersecurity?
Nowa dyrektywa NIS2 stanowi rozszerzenie i aktualizację wcześniejszej dyrektywy NIS z 2016 roku. Wymaga od podmiotów podlegających ustawie dodania zaawansowanych środków zarządzania niebezpieczeństwem, umocnienia mechanizmów reagowania na naruszenia oraz zwiększenia poziomu ochrony systemów i sieci informatycznych.
Ustawa NIS2 nakłada na firmy i inne podmioty istotne obowiązki objęcia swoim zakresem systemów komputerowych wykorzystywanych do świadczenia usług krytycznych oraz dostawców usług cyfrowych. Co ważne, dyrektywa wprowadza również wymogi dotyczące bezpieczeństwa łańcucha dostaw, które mają na celu eliminację niebezpieczeństw pochodzących z partnerów i dostawców zewnętrznych.
Zasady NIS2 dotyczą także wprowadzenia systemu zarządzania bezpieczeństwem informacji oraz odpowiednich procedur odpowiadania na incydenty. Dodatkowo podmioty muszą dostosować się do nowych wymagań dotyczących raportowania naruszeń i współpracy z organami nadzorczymi, co podnosi poziom transparentności i efektywności działań naprawczych.
NIS2 implementation process – crucial for compliance and security
- Consultations on implementation
The process of implementing NIS2 policies and procedures begins with comprehensive consultations with cybersecurity experts. We analyze your organization’s current practices against the requirements of the new NIS2 directive, which came into effect on October 16, 2024, and replaces the earlier 2016 NIS directive. We identify gaps relative to the NIS2 directive’s requirements and key areas for improvement, preparing a personalized implementation plan.
- Client-side execution
Next, we proceed with the implementation of NIS2 policies and procedures, updating documentation and integrating it with the company’s daily operations. We ensure compliance with the NIS2 directive requirements, particularly in risk management, incident reporting, and business continuity. The directive covers entities from various sectors, including medium and large enterprises, which must adapt their IT systems accordingly.
- Template preparation
We prepare a set of document templates fully compliant with the NIS2 directive requirements, facilitating the implementation of the directive’s procedures and demands. This enables your organization to meet regulations effectively while enhancing the security of information and IT systems in line with obligations arising from the directive.
Benefits of implementing the NIS2 directive for enterprises and key entities
By effectively implementing the requirements of the NIS2 regulation, an entity can expect:
- Increased sector security, the regulation covers not only individual enterprises but the entire supply chain, raising the level of protection in sectors critical to the economy and national security.
- Full compliance with EU legal frameworks, preventing the risk of sanctions and reputational damage.
- Enhanced incident response capabilities, thanks to clear procedures and a reporting system.
- Raised employee awareness, a key factor in minimizing the risk of breaches caused by human error.
- Building trust among clients, partners, and EU member states through transparent actions and meeting regulatory criteria.
The NIS2 regulation also introduces obligations for regular audits and updates of the information security management system, ensuring ongoing compliance with regulations and enabling dynamic adaptation to emerging threats.
Amendment to the National Cybersecurity System Act in the context of the NIS2 directive
In Poland, following the introduction of the NIS2 directive, an amendment to the National Cybersecurity System Act was enacted, which specifies the NIS2 requirements within the Polish legal framework. This act defines the obligations of entities subject to the directive, including detailed requirements regarding risk management, audits, and security measures.
According to the criteria of the NIS2 directive, companies—especially medium and large ones—must comply with the new laws by October 2024. Implementation of these requirements involves the comprehensive introduction of an information security management system and organizational and technical preparation to effectively respond to breaches.
Consequences of non-compliance with NIS2 regulations and requirements
Failure to comply with the criteria of the NIS2 directive exposes key and important entities to serious financial and legal penalties. Non-compliance reduces the resilience of systems to cyber incidents, increasing the risk of significant operational disruptions and loss of trust from clients and partners. The lack of appropriate risk management and incident response procedures makes an entity more vulnerable to threats, which can lead to substantial financial and reputational losses. Additionally, failure to cooperate with authorities of EU member states hinders effective crisis management at the EU level, placing entities at a disadvantage amid growing threats.
Choose Virtline and secure your company
Virtline is a team of experienced experts who comprehensively support key and important entities in implementing the criteria of the NIS2 directive. We assist from conducting audits and compliance analyses, through preparing the necessary documentation and procedures, to employee training and support in supervision and incident reporting. Our knowledge and practical approach enable effective adaptation to the requirements of the NIS2 directive, resulting in real strengthening of security and compliance with EU regulations.
Contact us to learn how Virtline can help your enterprise safely and efficiently implement the NIS2 directive and protect against modern cybersecurity threats.