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NIS 2 Directive Lead Implementer: Design and Manage a Cybersecurity Programme
- Duration
- 4.5 days 31 hours
- Code
- NIS2-DLI-FR Code
- Certification
- PECB Certified NIS 2 Directive Lead Implementer Certification
Accredited training for the PECB Certified NIS 2 Directive Lead Implementer certification.
Presentation
The European NIS 2 (Network and Information Security) Directive, which entered into force in 2023, imposes strict cybersecurity obligations on businesses in critical sectors. PECB Certified NIS 2 Directive Lead Implementer validates recognised expertise in leading this compliance effort.
This 4.5-day course teaches you to identify the directive's requirements, structure responsibilities and implement a compliant cybersecurity programme. Each module combines methodological input with practical case studies based on realistic scenarios.
By the end of the course, you will be able to plan, implement and maintain an organisational NIS 2 cybersecurity programme and be ready to take the official PECB NIS 2 Directive Lead Implementer exam, included in our offering. It enables you to obtain one of 4 associated certifications (see the Certification tab for details).
Objectives
By the end of the PECB NIS 2 Directive Lead Implementer course, you will be able to:
- Gain a thorough understanding of the NIS 2 Directive's legal requirements, principles and objectives.
- Master strategies and tools for implementing and managing a NIS 2-compliant cybersecurity programme.
- Identify and understand NIS 2 requirements in the context of a specific business.
- Initiate and lead a NIS 2 compliance project using PECB methodology and other best practices.
- Establish cybersecurity programme monitoring and continual improvement.
- Support an organisation in planning, implementing, managing, monitoring and maintaining a NIS 2-compliant cybersecurity programme.
- Pass the PECB Certified NIS 2 Directive Lead Implementer exam and obtain one of 4 associated certifications.
Program
Module 1: Exploring the NIS 2 Directive
- Current cybersecurity standards and regulations.
- NIS 2 fundamentals, history, challenges and scope.
- Key NIS 2 requirements and analysis of each organisation's specific context.
Practical work
- Analyse a fictional organisation's context and identify initial compliance steps.
Module 2: Structuring governance and risk management
- Cybersecurity governance, roles, responsibilities and organisation.
- Asset management: identify, classify and protect information assets.
- Risk assessment and management methodologies and tools.
Practical work
- Conduct a risk analysis and map an organisation's critical assets.
Module 3: Strengthening defences and preparing for crisis management
- Security controls: implementation and effectiveness assessment.
- Supply chain security challenges and best practices.
- Security incident and crisis management, emergency plans and exercises.
Practical work
- Simulate a security incident response and develop a related crisis management plan.
Module 4: Optimising and sustaining the cybersecurity programme
- Business continuity, recovery and contingency plans.
- Staff awareness, training and incident communication.
- Security testing, internal auditing, performance measurement and continual improvement.
Practical work
- Build a performance indicator dashboard to manage continual improvement.
Module 5: Preparing for the PECB NIS 2 Directive Lead Implementer exam
- Review key points covered throughout the course.
- Detailed overview of the exam structure, format and topics.
- Advice and tips for exam success, methodology and time management.
Audience
This course is intended for professionals involved in cybersecurity compliance and governance, including:
- Cybersecurity professionals, such as CISOs, auditors and consultants, seeking deeper knowledge of NIS 2 requirements.
- Compliance managers ensuring that organisations comply with applicable regulations, particularly NIS 2.
- Government authorities and supervisory bodies responsible for enforcing the NIS 2 Directive.
- IT professionals seeking to implement secure systems and improve the resilience of critical systems.
Prerequisites
This PECB course requires:
- Technical skills: basic cybersecurity knowledge.
Teaching and assessment methods
- Initial skills assessment
- Training materials provided to participants
- Continuous assessment throughout the course
- End-of-course feedback questionnaire
- Combination of theory and practical application
- Attendance records
- Post-course follow-up evaluation
- Quiz / multiple-choice questions
- Case study
Course highlights
- Certification included: the PECB NIS 2 Directive Lead Implementer exam is included in the course price at no extra cost.
- Comprehensive course materials: more than 400 pages of content, practical exercises and multiple-choice questions based on real cases to consolidate your knowledge.
- Professional development credits: participation provides 31 continuing professional development credits (CPD/CPE).
- A second exam opportunity: if you do not pass, you can retake the exam within 12 months at no additional cost.
Dates and sessions
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Training content provided in partnership with PECB