NIS2. The EU Cybersecurity Directive

NIS2. The EU Cybersecurity Directive

What you’ll learn
Understand the purpose, scope, and requirements of the NIS2 Directive.
Determine whether NIS2 applies to your organization.
Explain the role and responsibilities of management under NIS2.
Apply a cyber risk management approach in line with NIS2 requirements.
Organize incident response processes and ensure compliance with incident reporting requirements.

Requirements
Previous experience in cybersecurity or knowledge of EU legislation is not required.
A basic understanding of organizational business processes and risk management principles will be helpful.
A general understanding of information security fundamentals (recommended but not mandatory).
Basic computer skills and access to the online course materials.

Description
This foundational course is dedicated to the NIS2 Directive – the new EU cybersecurity directive that establishes mandatory requirements for cyber risk management for organizations in critical and important sectors of the economy.

Within the course, you will gain a clear and structured understanding of what NIS2 compliance is, who exactly it applies to (Essential and Important entities), what responsibilities are imposed on management, and how the Directive’s requirements are implemented in practice. The course explains the key elements: the cyber risk management framework, incident response, business continuity, supplier risk management, incident reporting timelines, and the role of national regulators.

The material is presented in an accessible way, without excessive technical complexity, making the course understandable even for participants without a deep technical background. You will learn how the logic of NIS2 is structured, which requirements are strategically critical, how the supervision and accountability mechanism works, and how NIS2 differs from traditional certification standards.

The course will be useful for business owners, board members, top managers, CISOs, risk management leaders, lawyers, compliance specialists, cybersecurity professionals, as well as those responsible for implementing or coordinating compliance measures within an organization.

The program has a practical orientation and focuses on real management decisions. After completing the course, you will better understand the strategic logic of NIS2, assess your organization’s level of preparedness, develop an implementation roadmap, and integrate the Directive’s requirements into corporate governance. You will be able to apply the acquired knowledge to enhance your business’s cyber resilience and reduce regulatory and financial risks.

Disclaimer: Some parts of this course were created or enhanced with the help of artificial intelligence tools, including audio processing and translation support. All content has been reviewed, verified, and selected by the instructor to ensure accuracy, relevance, and educational value.

Who this course is for
Executives and senior managers responsible for cybersecurity, compliance, and risk management.
Information security, cybersecurity, and risk management professionals.
Legal and compliance specialists working with EU regulatory requirements.
IT directors, CISOs, and others responsible for implementing NIS2 requirements within the organization.
Consultants and auditors supporting organizations in the field of cybersecurity regulation.
Anyone seeking a structured understanding of NIS2 requirements and approaches to their practical implementation.