- Duration: 2 days
Course Overview
The PECB NIS 2 Directive Foundation training course introduces participants to the fundamental concepts, definitions, and requirements of the NIS 2 Directive, which aims to strengthen cybersecurity and improve the resilience of organizations against evolving cyber threats.
The NIS 2 Directive establishes cybersecurity requirements for relevant entities across critical and important sectors, including energy, transport, healthcare, and digital infrastructure. Understanding these requirements helps organizations improve their cybersecurity practices, manage risks, and strengthen their ability to prevent, respond to, and recover from cybersecurity incidents.
This course provides an introduction to the Directive’s key requirements and the approaches used to implement cybersecurity measures in line with its objectives. Participants will gain foundational knowledge to understand the NIS 2 framework and recognize how its requirements relate to organizational cybersecurity programs.
Upon successfully passing the examination, participants can apply for the PECB Certificate Holder in NIS 2 Directive Foundation credential.
Learning Objectives
By the end of this training course, participants will be able to:
- Explain the fundamental concepts and definitions of the NIS 2 Directive.
- Interpret the main NIS 2 Directive requirements relevant to a cybersecurity program.
- Identify approaches and techniques used to implement NIS 2 requirements.
- Understand the importance of cybersecurity risk management and organizational resilience.
- Recognize how cybersecurity measures contribute to protecting critical and important entities against emerging threats.
Target Audience
This training course is intended for:
- Cybersecurity professionals seeking a fundamental understanding of NIS 2 Directive requirements and practical cybersecurity measures.
- IT managers and professionals interested in improving the security and resilience of systems and services.
- Government and regulatory officials involved in understanding or enforcing NIS 2-related requirements.
- Professionals responsible for information security, cybersecurity governance, risk management, and compliance.
- Individuals seeking foundational knowledge of European cybersecurity legislation and its organizational implications.
Course Content
Day 1: Introduction to the Fundamental Concepts and Definitions of the NIS 2 Directive
- Introduction to the NIS 2 Directive
- Fundamental cybersecurity concepts and terminology
- Objectives and scope of the Directive
- Understanding relevant entities and sectors
- Overview of the Directive’s cybersecurity approach
- The importance of cybersecurity and organizational resilience
Day 2: NIS 2 Directive Requirements for Implementing a Cybersecurity Program
- Overview of the main NIS 2 Directive requirements
- Understanding cybersecurity risk management obligations
- Identifying approaches to implementing cybersecurity measures
- Introduction to organizational cybersecurity responsibilities
- Recognizing implementation techniques and good practices
- Review of key concepts and examination preparation
Examination and Certification
Examination Duration: 1 Hour
The PECB NIS 2 Directive Foundation examination follows the PECB Examination and Certification Program (ECP) requirements and covers the following competency domains:
- Fundamental concepts and definitions of the NIS 2 Directive.
- NIS 2 Directive requirements.
The examination assesses participants’ understanding of the Directive’s basic concepts, terminology, and principal requirements.
Examination format, available languages, and other details are subject to PECB’s current examination rules and policies.
Upon successfully passing the examination, participants can apply for the PECB Certificate Holder in NIS 2 Directive Foundation credential, in accordance with the applicable PECB certification requirements.
Course Benefits
By attending this training course, participants will benefit from:
- Foundational Knowledge of NIS 2: Understand the Directive’s key concepts, terminology, and requirements.
- Cybersecurity Awareness: Gain insight into the importance of protecting critical and important entities from evolving cyber threats.
- Understanding of Compliance Requirements: Develop a foundational understanding of the cybersecurity requirements relevant to organizational programs.
- Improved Risk Awareness: Recognize approaches and techniques that support cybersecurity risk management and resilience.
- Professional Development: Build foundational knowledge relevant to cybersecurity, information security, and compliance roles.
- Certification Preparation: Prepare for the PECB NIS 2 Directive Foundation examination and pursue the corresponding credential.
Training Materials and CPD Credits
- Participants will receive comprehensive training materials containing more than 200 pages of explanatory information, examples, best practices, exercises, and quizzes.
- Certification fees are included in the examination price.
- Participants who attend the training course will receive an attendance record worth 14 Continuing Professional Development (CPD) credits.
- Candidates who complete the training but do not pass the examination can retake it at no additional cost within 12 months of the initial examination date, subject to PECB’s applicable rules and policies.
The program consists of two days of instructor-led training covering the fundamental concepts and requirements of the NIS 2 Directive.
Prerequisites
There are no prerequisites for participating in this training course. It is suitable for individuals seeking introductory knowledge of the NIS 2 Directive and its cybersecurity requirements.
Certification Body
PECB (Professional Evaluation and Certification Board)
PECB provides training, examination, and professional certification programs across cybersecurity, information security, governance, risk management, compliance, and related disciplines.