Cybersecurity is an increasing priority for many businesses. The NIS2 Directive (EU) 2022/2555, the Network and Information Security Directive, was adopted by the European Union in December 2022 and entered into force on 16 January 2023. It focuses on improving the digital and economic resilience of EU Member States.
NIS2 expands the scope of the (first) NIS directive by covering more sectors. It also sets stricter security standards and incident reporting requirements.
EU Member States were required to transpose the Directive into national legislation by 17 October 2024. Organisations covered by the applicable national NIS2 legislation therefore need to understand the requirements and take the necessary actions.
Understanding the Directive
- NIS2 introduces cybersecurity risk-management requirements and measures that organisations need to address.
- The EU Directive distinguishes between essential and important entities and covers 18 sectors listed in Annexes I and II.
- In particular, it mandates risk management practices, incident reporting procedures and security policies.
- The requirements also include supply-chain security, including security-related aspects concerning an organisation’s relationships with its direct suppliers and service providers.
- Organisations within the scope of applicable national NIS2 legislation need to allocate the necessary budget and resources to meet their obligations.
NIS2 Executive Training
To support in understanding and implementing the required actions, we offer a training programme for management teams. Article 20 of the NIS2 Directive requires members of the management bodies of essential and important entities to follow training. Our NIS2 Executive training is designed for management teams that want to develop the knowledge needed to understand cybersecurity risks and their responsibilities under NIS2.
In the training, you will learn about the controls, governance, legal aspects and more. After the training, you will be able to determine the impact for your organization and know what actions to take to protect your organization from cyber threats.
Ready to lead your organization to cyber security?
Schedule the incompany NIS2 Executive training and take control of your Cybersecurity strategy.
SME e-wallet Belgium
BC Academy is a registered service provider for the SME e-wallet. This means that our training courses are supported by the Flemish government through a financial intervention. For cybersecurity, small enterprises get a higher intervention of 45%. Medium-sized enterprises: 35%. Up to a maximum of €7,500 per year.
How to submit your application?
SME registration number: DV.O246282
Theme: Digitalization – Cybersecurity SME portfolio application
This increased support percentage is automatically applied if you select the theme ‘cybersecurity’ in step 2 of the support application.
Application form
Programme
The learning objectives are:
- gain in-depth understanding of the NIS2 Directive, including its background, purpose and scope;
- being able to identify and implement actions and controls for NIS2 compliance regarding risk management practices, IT and OT security and reporting requirements;
- being able to navigate the path to demonstrating compliance with NIS2 requirements.
Certificate
After attending the training, each participant receives a NIS2 Executive certificate of participation,
Practical information
| Type of training | In-company – 1 half-day (4 hours) |
| Available languages | Dutch, English or French |
| Location | At your premises (in-company) |
| Schedule | Morning: 09:00 – 13:00 Afternoon: 13:00 – 17:00 |
| Date | To be agreed |
| Duration | 1 half-day (4 hours) |
| Participants | Minimum 4 – maximum 12 |
| Price | €449 per person (excl. VAT) for the first 6 participants. From the 7th participant onward, no additional cost (participants 7 to 12 are free of charge). |
| Included | Course materials and NIS2 Executive certificate of participation |
| Not included | Trainer’s travel expenses |
| Certificate | NIS2 Executive certificate of participation |
| KMO-portefeuille | Registered service provider (DV.O246282) – Theme: Digitalisation – Cybersecurity |
FAQ
In which languages is the training available?
Dutch, English, and French.
What is the duration and format?
Half-day (4 hours), in-company at your premises. Choose 09:00–13:00 or 13:00–17:00.
How many participants can join?
Minimum 4 and maximum 12 participants.
How is pricing calculated?
€449 per person (excl. VAT) for up to 6 participants. Participants 7–12 join free. Trainer travel expenses not included.
Do participants receive a certificate?
Yes. After attending the training, each participant receives a certificate of participation confirming attendance.
Is SME e-wallet support available in Belgium?
Yes. BC Academy is registered DV.O246282. Small enterprises: 45% support; medium: 35% under the ‘Cybersecurity’ theme.
Trainer
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Can Pinarci
Can is an experienced information security professional within various domains and industries.
Skills:
ISAE 3402 Type 2 Certificeringen | IT governance | Information Security | IAM | Change Management | IT Operations | Vulnerability management | Risk Assessments | IT Maturity Assessments | Service Management