NIS2 Compliance: What European Businesses Need to Do in 2025
The EU NIS2 Directive is now in force. Here is what it requires, who it affects, and how managed cybersecurity helps you comply.
What Is NIS2?
The Network and Information Systems Directive 2 (NIS2) is an EU regulation that came into force in October 2024. It significantly expands the scope and requirements of its predecessor, NIS1, and applies to a much wider range of organisations.
Who Does NIS2 Apply To?
NIS2 applies to organisations in the EU (and those processing EU data) that operate in critical or important sectors, including:
- Energy, transport, and utilities
- Healthcare and pharmaceutical
- Financial services and banking
- Digital infrastructure and cloud providers
- Food supply chains
- Manufacturing
- Public administration
If your organisation has more than 50 employees or €10M in annual turnover and operates in these sectors, NIS2 likely applies to you.
What Does NIS2 Require?
NIS2 mandates specific cybersecurity measures, including:
- Risk management: Regular assessment of cybersecurity risks
- Incident response: Documented procedures for detecting and responding to incidents
- Business continuity: Backup systems and disaster recovery plans
- Supply chain security: Vetting of third-party suppliers
- Access control: Multi-factor authentication and privileged access management
- Encryption: Protection of data in transit and at rest
- Monitoring: Continuous monitoring of systems and networks
The Penalties
Non-compliance with NIS2 carries significant penalties — up to €10M or 2% of global annual turnover for essential entities.
How Managed Cybersecurity Helps
The technical requirements of NIS2 map directly to what a managed security service provides:
| NIS2 Requirement | CyberOM Service | |---|---| | 24/7 monitoring | SOC & Response | | Incident detection & response | MDR | | Backup & recovery | Backup & DR | | Endpoint protection | EDR/XDR | | Email security | Email Protection |
CyberOM's managed services are designed to meet the technical cybersecurity requirements of NIS2. Most organisations achieve compliance-ready status within weeks of onboarding.
Note: NIS2 compliance involves both technical and legal/administrative elements. CyberOM covers the technical side. Consult a qualified legal advisor for the legal and organisational requirements.
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