Cybersecurity and Regulation: Understanding roles, responsibilities and accountabilities
This course module is designed to help professionals understand their pivotal roles, responsibilities, and accountabilities under the NIS 2 (Network and Information Systems) Directive. The module provides a comprehensive understanding of the NIS 2 regulation, its implications for organizations, and the essential actions required 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 participants for proactive and informed cybersecurity governance.
Content
- Introduction and scope of NIS 2 Regulation
- Roles and Responsibilities related to NIS 2 compliance
- 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)
- Professional Experience:
Experience in roles involving governance, risk management, operations, or project coordination (leadership experience is beneficial but not required)
- 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:
