Is Your Organisation Ready for NIS2? 5 Questions to Ask

Cybersecurity is no longer just an IT issue.

The NIS2 Directive is encouraging organisations across Europe to take a more proactive approach to cyber risk. Even if NIS2 doesn’t directly apply to your organisation, customers, suppliers and insurers increasingly expect businesses to take cybersecurity seriously.

So, how prepared are you?

Here are five questions to ask.

1. Do You Know If NIS2 Applies to Your Organisation?

NIS2 covers a wide range of sectors, including manufacturing, healthcare, transport, digital services, food production and more.

Even if you’re not directly in scope, your customers or suppliers may expect stronger cybersecurity practices.

If you’re unsure, it’s worth finding out. Find out more here!

2. Could Your Business Recover From a Cyber Incident?

If your systems went down tomorrow, would you know what to do?

Could you access your backups? How quickly could you restore your systems? Do you have a clear response plan?

Being prepared to respond and recover is a key part of cyber resilience.

3. Are You Addressing Risks Before They Become Problems?

Attackers often exploit known vulnerabilities, outdated software and simple security gaps.

Regular updates, vulnerability management and security testing can help identify and address weaknesses before they’re exploited.

4. Does Every Employee Know the Risks?

Every employee makes security decisions every day, from opening emails to clicking links and sharing information.

Regular awareness training helps staff recognise common threats. NIS2 also places greater emphasis on leadership, meaning cybersecurity shouldn’t sit solely with the IT team.

5. Do You Know Where Your Biggest Gaps Are?

Start with a few simple questions:

• Are your systems and software up to date?
• Who has access to sensitive information?
• Have your backups been tested?
• Do you have an incident response plan?
• Are employees receiving regular security awareness training?

If you’re unsure about some of these, that’s a good place to start.

Start by Understanding NIS2 

Get a clear, jargon-free overview of:

• What NIS2 is
• Who it applies to
• The key requirements
• Practical steps to get started

NIS2 isn’t just about compliance. It’s about building resilience, reducing cyber risk and protecting your organisation.

Click here to understand what NIS2 means for your organisation and how to prepare.