NIS2 - Are you due diligent?

With the NIS2 deadline approaching, assessing and improving your internal control environment is increasingly important.

One of the key aspects of NIS2 is the concept of due diligence, which places a legal obligation on organizations to implement appropriate security measures to protect their assets and data from cyber threats. This responsibility extends beyond mere compliance; it demands a proactive approach to risk management and continuous improvement.

A couple of key steps to take:

Identify and classify your assets
Organizations must identify and classify their IT systems, networks, and data based on their criticality and potential impact in the event of a cyberattack.

Assessing cybersecurity risks
Comprehensive risk assessment is crucial to understand the potential threats, vulnerabilities, and risk of cyber incidents. This involves analyzing internal and external factors, such as industry trends, attack vectors, and evolving threat landscapes.

Implementing appropriate security measures
Based on the risk assessment, organizations must implement a suite of security measures to mitigate identified risks specific to their assets and priorities. This includes technical controls, such as firewalls and intrusion detection systems, as well as organizational measures, such as security awareness training and incident response procedures.

Regular monitoring and review
Cybersecurity is an ongoing process, not a one-time event. Organizations must continuously monitor their security, review the effectiveness of their measures, and adapt to evolving threats and vulnerabilities.

We are looking forward to seeing organizations increasing their cyber resilience within the upcoming years!