What is NIS2 Directive and what does it entail
The NIS2 (Network and Information Security Directive) is the new European cybersecurity regulation, in force since 2024 and transposed into Italian law (ACN NIS2) through an implementing decree expected by autumn 2024.
Compared to the previous NIS1, the NIS2 Directive introduces much stricter requirements for cybersecurity and operational continuity, aapplying to a wider range of sectors and companies - including cloud service providers, digital infrastructure operators, and managed service providers.
NIS2: who it applies to and obligated entities
The NIS2 Directive addresses a much broader range of organizations than in the past, involving both so-called essential entities and important entities. These include cloud providers, data centers, DNS service operators, and domain registries, as well as organizations operating in key sectors such as energy, banking, healthcare, transportation, and public administration. Digital supply chain providers also play a central role, including SMEs identified by specific ATECO codes.
Within this framework, Seeweb is fully classified as an essential entity under NIS2 and reports directly to the ACN (Italian National Cybersecurity Agency), with the goal of ensuring the highest standards of security and operational continuity for its clients.
NIS2 Compliance
At Seeweb security, transparency, and resilience have never been just declared values, but an integral part of the way we work. This is why the introduction of the NIS2 Directive is not a revolution for us, but rather the natural evolution and formalization of practices already established and in place.
Our infrastructure is built on:
- ISO/IEC 27001 certification for information security;
- Cloud and infrastructure architecture designed according to NIST frameworks;
- 24×7 monitoring and geographic backup with RTO/RPO aligned with NIS2 requirements;
- ncident response procedures and timely notification to CSIRT Italy in line with regulatory deadlines.
NIS2 Obligations: what the directive requires
The NIS2 Directive introduces a set of concrete requirements aimed at strengthening the digital resilience of organizations.
Companies falling under its scope must adopt a structured approach to cyber risk management, implementing measures such as access control, vulnerability management, and data encryption.
Significant emphasis is also placed on business continuity: this means ensuring secure backups, replication systems, and multi-zone disaster recovery solutions capable of keeping services running even in the event of a failure or attack.
Another key pillar is incident reporting: NIS2 requires that any breaches be reported to CSIRT Italy within 24 hours, ensuring a coordinated and effective response.
Finally, the directive highlights the importance of supply chain security - with regular audits on suppliers and partners - and overall infrastructure resilience, requiring that critical networks and services not remain unavailable for more than 30 minutes.
Benefits for clients who choose Seeweb
For organizations already subject to the NIS2 Directive - or that may become subject in the future, for example based on specific ATECO codes - partnering with a provider already compliant offers several advantages:
- Simplifying registration and ACN/NIS2 compliance;
- Reducing the risk of penalties and supply chain liabilities;
- Demonstrating adequate technical measures to auditors and authorities.
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