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Q: Is it Primarily IT or Management that Needs to Act?

Collaboration is crucial: Both the IT department and management must take action. The IT department implements technical security measures, while management ensures that resources, policies, and processes are in place. Both levels must work together to meet the requirements of the NIS2 directive and ensure the company's cybersecurity. As non-compliance is often due to management issues, management should take the situation particularly seriously.

Q: When Does the NIS2 Directive Come into Force?

As of October 18th, all companies must have registered with the competent authorities. Failure to register may result in the first penalties being imposed. Read more in our blog: NIS2 is coming – Do I need a SIEM System?

Q: When Do I Need to Start Implementing NIS2?

Short answer: Immediately. Long answer: Depending on the existing cybersecurity standards in your company, the scope of implementation may vary. However, for most companies, the implementation will require considerable resources, so implementation should be started as soon as possible to meet all requirements in a timely manner.

Q: Is there Already a National Directive on NIS2 in Germany?

On July 24, the Federal Cabinet adopted the German directive, as can be seen from this press release . This means that the requirements for all affected companies are now clearly defined. To find out whether NIS2 affects your company and what measures are required, read our blog: 'NIS2 is coming – Do I need a SIEM system?'

Q: What can a secure and smooth rollout in the company look like?

A successful changeover is best achieved in stages : Pilot group: Start with tech-savvy users or IT employees. Device selection: Definition of managed devices or BYOD policies. Registration & Policies: Setting up passkeys via Entra ID, including clear rules. Communication: Training and education of all users. Fallback: Temporary access options for exceptional cases (e.g. lost device). A staged rollout avoids excessive demands, increases acceptance and secures ongoing operations.

Is it Primarily IT or Management that Needs to Act?

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When Does the NIS2 Directive Come into Force?

When Do I Need to Start Implementing NIS2?

Is there Already a National Directive on NIS2 in Germany?

What can a secure and smooth rollout in the company look like?

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