July 24, 2023

How ISO 27001:2022 can help you comply with the NIS2 directive

By Joerg Hesselink · 2 minute read

The NIS2 Directive is a new piece of EU legislation that aims to improve the overall level of cybersecurity in the EU. The directive has a number of specific requirements that organizations must meet in order to be compliant.

One of the key requirements of the NIS2 Directive is that organizations must implement an Information Security Management System (ISMS). An ISMS is a framework for managing information security risks. It helps organizations to identify, assess, and mitigate risks to their information assets.

The ISO 27001 standard is an international standard for ISMSs. It provides a comprehensive set of controls that organizations can implement to protect their information assets.

Organizations that are certified to ISO 27001 have already demonstrated that they have implemented an effective ISMS. This means that they are well-positioned to comply with the NIS2 Directive.

In fact, the NIS2 Directive specifically mentions ISO 27001 as a reference standard. This means that organizations that are certified to ISO 27001 will be presumed to be compliant with the NIS2 Directive, unless there are specific factors that indicate otherwise. Of course, simply being certified to ISO 27001 does not guarantee that an organization will be compliant with the NIS2 Directive. However, it does provide a significant head start.

If your organization is subject to the NIS2 Directive, you should consider getting certified to ISO 27001. This will help you to demonstrate that you are taking cybersecurity seriously and that you are committed to protecting your information assets.

Here are some specific ways in which ISO 27001 can help you comply with the NIS2 Directive:

Risk assessment: The NIS2 Directive requires organizations to conduct a risk assessment to identify and assess the cybersecurity risks they face. ISO 27001 includes a comprehensive framework for conducting risk assessments.
Incident response: The NIS2 Directive requires organizations to have an incident response plan in place. ISO 27001 includes a detailed section on incident response.
Asset management: The NIS2 Directive requires organizations to maintain an inventory of their assets. ISO 27001 includes a section on asset management.
Technical security measures: The NIS2 Directive requires organizations to implement technical security measures to protect their assets. ISO 27001 includes a number of technical security controls that organizations can implement.

The NIS2 Directive is a significant piece of legislation that will have a major impact on organizations' cybersecurity. By getting certified to ISO 27001, you can demonstrate that you are taking cybersecurity seriously and that you are committed to protecting your information assets. This will help you to comply with the NIS2 Directive and to protect your organization from cyberattacks.

ISO 27001 is a valuable enabler for organizations that are looking to comply with the NIS2 Directive. By implementing the controls in ISO 27001, organizations can significantly improve their cybersecurity posture and reduce their risk of being targeted by cyberattacks.

Here are some additional benefits of implementing ISO 27001:

Increased customer trust
Reduced risk of data breaches
Improved operational efficiency
Enhanced compliance with other regulations

If you are looking to improve your organisation's cybersecurity posture, I encourage you to consider implementing ISO 27001. It is a valuable investment that will pay off in the long run.