Why should you attend?
The importance of robust cybersecurity measures cannot be understated, as organisations increasingly face all cyberattacks. The NIS 2 Directive is legislation designed to strengthen the cybersecurity posture of critical infrastructure sectors, including energy, transport, healthcare, and digital services.
Attending the NIS 2 Directive Lead Implementer training course gives you 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 an organisation’s cybersecurity risks, develop robust incident response plans, and implement effective security measures to meet the requirements of the NIS 2 Directive. Moreover, you will gain insights into industry standards and best practices, enabling you to stay updated with the evolving threat landscape and implement cutting-edge cybersecurity solutions. After successfully completing this training course, you will become a trusted cybersecurity professional with the expertise to navigate the complex landscape of critical cybersecurity infrastructure and contribute to the resilience of your organisation and society.
After passing the exam, you can apply for the “PECB Certified NIS 2 Directive Lead Implementer” credential.
Who should attend?
This training course is intended for:
- Cybersecurity professional seeking to gain a thorough understanding of the requirements of NIS 2 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 NIS 2 Directive
Course agenda
DAY 1 | Introduction to NIS 2 Directive and initiation of the NIS 2 Directive implementation
DAY 2 | Analysis of NIS 2 Directive compliance program, asset management, and risk management
DAY 3 | Infrastructure and application security controls, incident and crisis management, and business continuity
DAY 4 | Communication, testing, monitoring, and continual improvement in cybersecurity
DAY 5 | Certification exam
Training material
The participant will receive training material containing more than 400 pages of information and practical examples in electronic form via the KATE app. As part of the full-time course, the participant will also receive printed training materials.
Examination
The “PECB Certified NIS 2 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 NIS 2 Directive
- DOMAIN 2 | NIS 2 Directive requirements
- DOMAIN 3 | Planning of a cybersecurity program implementation based on NIS 2 Directive requirements
- DOMAIN 4 | Infrastructure security controls, incident management, and crisis management
- DOMAIN 5 | Business continuity, awareness and training, and communication
- DOMAIN 6 | Testing, monitoring, and measurement of a cybersecurity program based on NIS 2 Directive
- DOMAIN 7 | Continual improvement of a cybersecurity program based on NIS 2 Directive
The exam takes the form of a test consisting of 80 multiple-choice questions. It is an open-book exam, where candidates are allowed to use the following reference materials: training course materials, any personal notes taken during the training course, a hard copy dictionary, a hard copy of a standard. The exam lasts 3 hours and can be taken online or in paper form. If you do not pass the exam, you can repeat the exam for free within 12 months.
For specific information about the exam type, languages available, and other details, please visit the List of PECB Exams and the PECB Examination Rules and Policies.
Price
The price includes participation in the course, electronic training materials, exam and PECB certification fees. In addition, the price of the full-time course includes a printed copy of the training material, lunch on the training days and refreshments.
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.
The requirements for PECB NIS 2 Implementer certifications are as follows:
