Cybersecurity and Regulation: Understanding Leadership role, responsibilities and accountabilities
This course module is designed for enterprise leaders to understand their pivotal roles, responsibilities, and accountabilities under the NIS 2 (Network and Information Systems) Directive. The module aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of the NIS 2 regulation, its implications for organizations, and the essential actions required from leaders to ensure compliance and strengthen cybersecurity resilience. Participants will learn to navigate the regulatory requirements, implement effective cybersecurity strategies, and foster a culture of security within their organizations. This module combines theoretical knowledge with practical applications to prepare leaders for proactive and informed cybersecurity governance.
Content
- Introduction and scope of NIS 2 Regulation
- Leadership Roles and Responsibilities
- Developing a NIS 2 Compliance Strategy including governance
- Stakeholder Engagement and Communication
- Achieving NIS2 compliance through employee's awareness and training
- Continuous Monitoring and Improvement
Learning Outcomes
Upon following this module, leaders will learn about:
- NIS 2 regulation, its scope and objectives.
- The roles of senior management and boards in NIS 2 compliance.
- Ensuring accountability and oversight of cybersecurity measures
- Taking steps for developing and implementing a comprehensive compliance strategy.
- Integrating NIS 2 requirements into the organizational risk management framework.
- Establishing governance structures to ensure effective oversight of cybersecurity efforts in regards to NIS2
- Communicating NIS 2 compliance requirements and cybersecurity priorities to stakeholders.
- Promoting a culture of cybersecurity awareness and compliance.
Implementing continuous monitoring to ensure ongoing compliance.
Training Method
- Interactive Lectures
- Engaging presentations on key concepts and requirements of the NIS 2 Directive.
- Discussions on the impact of NIS 2 on business operations and cybersecurity strategies.
- Workshops and Practical Exercises
- Hands-on activities to develop NIS 2 compliance strategies and action plans.
- Scenario-based exercises to simulate incident response and reporting under NIS 2.
Certification
Certificate of ParticipationPrerequisites
- Foundation on Cybersecurity (Module)
- Leadership Experience: Participants should have experience in a leadership role within an organization, preferably with some exposure to managing teams or projects
- Familiarity with Business Operations: A basic understanding of how business operations function within their organization, including strategic planning and risk management
Planning and location
13:00 - 16:00
Learning Track
This course is part of the following learning track(s) and can be booked as a stand-alone training or as part of a whole:
