PECB Certified NIS2 Directive Lead Implementer

Master the implementation and management of a cybersecurity program based on NIS2 Directive.

The importance of robust cybersecurity measures cannot be overstated, as organizations are increasingly facing all types of cyberattacks. The NIS2 Directive is a legislation that has been designed to strengthen the cybersecurity posture of critical infrastructure sectors, including energy, transport, healthcare, and digital services.

By attending the NIS2 Directive Lead Implementer training course, you gain in-depth knowledge of the directive’s requirements, implementation strategies, and best practices that protect critical infrastructure from cyber threats. Through interactive sessions and practical exercises, you will learn how to assess organization’s cybersecurity risks, develop robust incident response plans, and implement effective security measures to meet the requirements of NIS2 Directive.

Moreover, you will gain insights into industry standards and best practices that will enable you to stay up to date with the evolving threat landscape and implement cutting-edge cybersecurity solutions. After successfully completing this training course, you will become a trusted cybersecurity professional that possesses the expertise to navigate the complex landscape of critical cybersecurity infrastructure and contribute to the resilience of your organization and society as a whole.

After passing the exam, you can apply for the “PECB Certified NIS2 Directive Lead Implementer” credential.

Select the training mode

Online training

Self-study with the support of a trainer

Self-study

Training description

Training program

Day 1

Introduction to NIS2 Directive and initiation of the NIS2 Directive implementation

Training course objectives and structure
Standards and regulatory frameworks
NIS2 Directive
NIS2 Directive requirements
Initiation of the NIS2 Directive implementation
The organization and its context

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Day 2

Analysis of NIS2 Directive compliance program, asset management, and risk management

Cybersecurity governance
Cybersecurity roles and responsibilities
Asset management
Risk management

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Day 3

Cybersecurity controls, incident management, and crisis management

Cybersecurity controls
Supply chain security
Incident management
Crisis management

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Day 4

Communication, testing, monitoring, and continual improvement in cybersecurity

Business continuity
Awareness and training
Communication
Testing in cybersecurity
Measuring, monitoring, and reporting performance and metrics
Continual improvement
Closing of the training course

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Day 5

Certification exam

Who should attend?

Cybersecurity professional seeking to gain a thorough understanding of the requirements of NIS2 Directive and learn practical strategies to implement robust cybersecurity measures
IT managers and professionals aiming to gain insights on implementing secure systems and improve the resilience of critical systems
Government and regulatory officials responsible for enforcing the NIS2 Directive

Training objectives

Explain the fundamental concepts of NIS2 Directive and its requirements
Obtain a thorough comprehension of the principles, strategies, methodologies, and tools necessary for implementing and efficiently managing a cybersecurity program in compliance with NIS2 Directive
Learn how to interpret and implement NIS2 Directive requirements in the specific context of an organization
Initiate and plan the implementation of NIS2 Directive requirements, by utilizing PECB’s methodology and other best practices
Acquire the necessary knowledge to support an organization in effectively planning, implementing, managing, monitoring, and maintaining a cybersecurity program in compliance with NIS2 Directive

Exam

The “PECB Certified NIS2 Directive Lead Implementer” exam meets all the requirements of the PECB Examination and Certification Program (ECP). It covers the following competency domains:
- Domain 1 Fundamental concepts and definitions of NIS2 Directive
- Domain 2 Planning of NIS2 Directive requirements implementation
- Domain 3 Cybersecurity roles and responsibilities and risk management
- Domain 4 Cybersecurity controls, incident management, and crisis management
- Domain 5 Communication and awareness
- Domain 6 Testing and monitoring of a cybersecurity program
Duration: 3 hours

Certification

After successfully completing the exam, you can apply for one of the credentials shown in the table below. You will receive a certificate once you fulfill all the requirements of the selected credential.

Certificate name

PECB Certified NIS2 Directive Provisional Implementer

Exam name

PECB Certified NIS2 Directive Lead Implementer exam or equivalent

Experience

None

Cybersecurity management experience

None

Other requirements

Signing the PECB Code of Ethics

Certificate name

PECB Certified NIS2 Directive Implementer

Exam name

PECB Certified NIS2 Directive Lead Implementer exam or equivalent

Experience

Two years: One year in cybersecurity management

Cybersecurity management experience

Project activities: at least 200 hours

Other requirements

Signing the PECB Code of Ethics

Certificate name

PECB Certified NIS2 Directive Lead Implementer

Exam name

PECB Certified NIS2 Directive Lead Implementer exam or equivalent

Experience

Five years: Two years in cybersecurity management

Cybersecurity management experience

Project activities: at least 300 hours

Other requirements

Signing the PECB Code of Ethics

Certificate name

PECB Certified NIS2 Directive Senior Lead Implementer

Exam name

PECB Certified NIS2 Directive Lead Implementer exam or equivalent

Experience

Ten years: Seven years in cybersecurity management

Cybersecurity management experience

Project activities: at least 1000 hours

Other requirements

Signing the PECB Code of Ethics

What do you get?

certificate of participation

meetings with experts

best practices / experiences

innovative forms of classes

competitive prices

General information

Certification and examination fees are included in the price of the training course.
Participants will be provided with training course materials containing over 400 pages of information, practical examples, exercises, and quizzes.
An attestation of course completion worth 31 CPD (Continuing Professional Development) credits will be issued to the participants who have attended the training course.
Candidates who have completed the training course but failed the exam are eligible to retake the exam once for free within a 12-month period from the initial date of the exam.

Net Price