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PECB NIS 2 Directive Lead Implementer

Develop your approach to planning, implementing, managing and improving a cybersecurity programme aligned with NIS 2 requirements.

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30 hours / 5 days
Three-hour PECB certification exam
Credential application based on experience
Cybersecurity and resilience

Connect NIS 2 requirements with cybersecurity processes

The NIS 2 Directive aims to strengthen cybersecurity and resilience across the European Union. It addresses security measures, responsibilities and incident reporting for essential and important entities.

PECB NIS 2 training explores the directive’s concepts and their implications for cybersecurity programmes. Connect requirements with organisational context, risks and implementation processes.

Audience

Who is it for?

Cybersecurity specialists and programme managers implementing NIS 2 requirements
Technical teams and consultants working on critical infrastructure security
Government and regulatory personnel responsible for NIS 2 implementation
IT managers and professionals working on secure systems and cyber resilience
Candidates preparing for the PECB NIS 2 Directive Lead Implementer exam
Program flow

Course content

01
Module 1 Introduction to the NIS 2 Directive and Initiation of Implementation
  • Introduction to the training objectives and overall structure.
  • Review of standards and regulatory frameworks related to NIS 2.
  • Examination of the purpose, scope and fundamental principles of the NIS 2 Directive.
  • Review of NIS 2 Directive requirements.
  • Planning the NIS 2 compliance process and initiating implementation.
  • Analysis of the organisation and its operating context.
02
Module 2 NIS 2 Compliance Programme Analysis, Asset Management and Risk Management
  • Establishing and managing cybersecurity governance.
  • Defining cybersecurity roles and responsibilities.
  • Creating and managing an inventory of information assets.
  • Planning, implementing and evaluating cybersecurity risk management processes.
03
Module 3 Cybersecurity Controls, Incident Management and Crisis Management
  • Selecting and implementing cybersecurity controls.
  • Evaluating practices for securing the supply chain.
  • Managing cybersecurity incidents and carrying out incident response processes.
  • Planning crisis management processes and strengthening organisational resilience.
04
Module 4 Communication, Testing, Monitoring and Continual Improvement in Cybersecurity
  • Planning business continuity processes in line with NIS 2 requirements.
  • Developing and implementing cybersecurity awareness and training programmes.
  • Managing cybersecurity communication processes effectively.
  • Planning and conducting cybersecurity testing.
  • Evaluating metrics for measuring, monitoring and reporting cybersecurity performance.
  • Planning and implementing continual improvement activities.
  • Course review and closing.
05
Module 5 Certification Exam
  • General preparation and review for the NIS 2 Directive Lead Implementer certification exam.
What you will gain

Connect directive requirements with cybersecurity processes

Understand the scope of NIS 2, security measures and organisational responsibilities to support cybersecurity programmes with foundational knowledge.

01

Competency 1

Explain NIS 2 concepts, requirements and their relationship with organisational context.

02

Competency 2

Plan cybersecurity programme implementation using PECB methodology and best practices.

03

Competency 3

Evaluate governance, roles and responsibilities, asset management and risk management processes.

04

Competency 4

Connect security controls, supply chain security, incident management and crisis management with implementation.

05

Competency 5

Integrate business continuity, awareness, communication and testing into a cybersecurity programme.

06

Competency 6

Evaluate methods for measuring, monitoring, reporting and continually improving programme performance.

Selected PECB training

PECB NIS 2 Directive Lead Implementer

A five-module programme covering NIS 2 implementation planning, governance, asset and risk management, security controls, supply chain security, incident and crisis management, and continual improvement.

PECB NIS 2 Directive Lead Implementer
Official digital badge available once certification requirements are met.

About the training

PECB NIS 2 Directive Lead Implementer training covers governance, asset and risk management, security controls, supply chain security, and incident and crisis management. It connects business continuity, communication and performance monitoring with implementation.

The 30-hour, five-day programme consists of five detailed modules. The final module covers certification examination and general preparation. The supplied brochure specifies a three-hour exam.

Certificate

Candidates who pass the PECB NIS 2 Directive Lead Implementer exam may apply for a credential appropriate to their experience. The Lead Implementer credential requires at least 5 years of professional experience, including 2 years in cybersecurity management, at least 300 hours of relevant project activities and acceptance of the PECB Code of Ethics. Passing the exam alone does not confer this credential; candidates without experience may consider the Provisional Implementer requirements.

The BT Akademi Achievement Certificate is a separate award. According to the supplied document, it is issued digitally with QR verification to participants who attend at least 80% of the training and successfully complete the assessments or projects required by the curriculum.

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