Risk Management and NIS2: The Key to a Secure Digital World

Risk Management and NIS2: The Key to a Secure Digital World

In a time when digital security is at the forefront of our concerns, adopting standards and measures becomes a necessity for businesses of all sizes. One of the most current and crucial measures in the EU is the Directive on the security of network and information systems, known as NIS2. For businesses to meet these regulatory requirements and adhere to them, thorough analysis and risk management are essential. Westercom Ltd. comes with expert services dealing specifically with NIS2 and risk management, helping organizations achieve not only compliance but also strong cyber defense.

What is the NIS2 Directive?

The NIS2 Directive is a European directive designed to strengthen the cybersecurity of critical services in EU member states. It represents an updated and enhanced framework that builds on the original NIS Directive from 2016. NIS2 emphasizes the need to strengthen national cyber capacities, increase cooperation between member states, and ensure that both public and private sectors are properly prepared to face cyber threats. More information can be found here.

Why is risk management so important?

For active and effective management of cyber threats, it is essential to conduct regular risk assessments. Risk management helps organizations identify potential weaknesses, threatened assets, and possible impacts of cyber incidents, which is essential for creating appropriate security measures.

What obligations does NIS2 impose?

This directive emphasizes a proactive approach to cybersecurity, where not only the response to incidents is important, but primarily their prevention. The NIS2 Directive brings a number of new obligations for providers of essential and digital services. The main obligations include:

1. Risk Assessment: Enterprises must regularly conduct and update risk assessments to identify threats and vulnerabilities in their information systems.

2. Security Measures: Based on risk assessments, appropriate technical and organizational measures must be adopted to ensure the security of networks and information systems.

3. Incident Reporting: In the event of a security incident, enterprises are obliged to inform the relevant national authorities within 72 hours of its detection.

4. Cooperation: Enterprises are required to cooperate with national and international authorities in the field of cybersecurity and share information about threats and incidents with them.

5. Regular Reviews: The directive requires enterprises to regularly review and update their security policies and procedures in line with the latest standards and recommendations in the field of cybersecurity.

How can we help?

1. NIS2 Consultancy: We conduct in-depth consultations regarding the requirements of the NIS2 Directive. Our experts will help you understand the specifics of this directive and propose the best strategies for its implementation in your enterprise.

2. One-Time Assessment and Risk Management: Westercom will conduct a cybersecurity assessment according to the IEC 62443 standard to evaluate risks, threats, and measures to mitigate them. This assessment is a key step in ensuring the security of your systems and data. The process is carried out by our experts with extensive experience in the field of cybersecurity. The output of this service is a report that provides a detailed overview of identified vulnerabilities and recommended measures, in compliance with regulatory requirements.

3. Continuous Assessment and Risk Management: We will conduct an initial cybersecurity assessment according to the IEC 62443 standard and subsequently update the risk assessment document monthly. This regular updating will enable you to meet the requirements and obligations under the NIS2 Directive. Continuous risk management is the foundation for ensuring ongoing protection of your systems in a dynamically changing cyber environment.

4. Licensing: We will ensure a license for the CIARA Risk Assessment platform and also offer remote support. The license can be obtained either permanently or on a subscription basis. This platform and our support will enable you to effectively and continuously assess and manage risks in the field of cybersecurity.

5. Implementation: Installation of solutions in the cloud, virtual environment, or on physical hardware, optimization, and training. Thanks to our services, you can benefit from continuous risk assessment, which is automatically processed.

6. Professional Services: For further analysis of conducted risk assessments and the creation of a cybersecurity plan. This plan will serve to improve your position in the field of cybersecurity in the short, medium, and long term.

7. Ongoing Support: Once strategies and plans are established, our work does not end. We offer ongoing monitoring and updates to always keep you a step ahead of potential threats and stay in line with the evolution of the regulatory environment.

8. Industrial Hardware: We can provide you with reliable hardware, optimized for the performance of necessary operations, but also suitable for often adverse to critical environmental conditions where most OT systems are located.

Conclusion

In today's rapidly changing digital world, it is essential for businesses to be equipped not only with appropriate tools and strategies but also with a deep understanding of the regulatory environment. We will become your reliable partner in the field of NIS2 and risk management. Together we can ensure that your organization is not only in compliance with the directive but is also stronger and better prepared to face future cyber challenges.