--- title: NIS2 Compliance – Network and Information Security description: "NIS2 Directive compliance with Aegister: expert consulting, practical implementation, and ongoing support to secure networks and systems." canonical: https://www.aegister.com/en/solutions/compliance/nis2/ url: /en/solutions/compliance/nis2/ lang: en --- ![](/static/images/header.webp) # NIS 2: a step forward for digital security. Enhance your security posture by complying with the NIS 2 directive. ## NIS 2: Rules and Requirements for Businesses The NIS 2 Directive is a major step toward ensuring a high common level of cybersecurity across the European Union. It strengthens security requirements across multiple sectors and includes a significant number of organizations, including many small and medium-sized enterprises in specific industries. ### HIGHLY CRITICAL SECTORS ![](/static/images/solutions/compliance/circle-bg-gradient.svg) ![](/static/images/solutions/compliance/pa.svg) Public Administration ![](/static/images/solutions/compliance/acque_reflue.svg) waste water management ![](/static/images/solutions/compliance/settore_bancario.svg) banking sector ![](/static/images/solutions/compliance/energia.svg) energy ![](/static/images/solutions/compliance/infrastrutture_digitali.svg) digital infrastructure ![](/static/images/solutions/compliance/acqua_potabile.svg) drinking water supply & distribution ![](/static/images/solutions/compliance/sanita.svg) healthcare ![](/static/images/solutions/compliance/spazio.svg) space ![](/static/images/solutions/compliance/mercati_finanziari.svg) financial market infrastructure ![](/static/images/solutions/compliance/trasporti.svg) transportation ![](/static/images/solutions/compliance/tic.svg) ICT service management ### CRITICAL SECTORS ![](/static/images/solutions/compliance/circle-bg-gradient.svg) waste management medical device manufacturing food sector digital services postal and courier services scientific research --- ### Key Figures on NIS2 #### 80+ Sectors affected by the directive. #### 160k+ Companies within the NIS 2 scope #### 27 EU member states where the directive is in force #### 2% Penalties for non-compliant companies based on revenue. Depending on their size and sector, organizations are classified as either 'essential' or 'important', each subject to different obligations, constraints, and penalties. To avoid sanctions, NIS2 entities must comply with the timeline established by Legislative Decree 138/24, which mandates the implementation of basic security measures and incident notification obligations starting in 2026. Incident Management ![Incident Management](/static/images/solutions/compliance/gestione_incidenti.svg) Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery ![Check](/static/images/solutions/compliance/disaster_recovery.svg) Article 24, paragraph 2 of Legislative Decree 138/2024 (NIS2) defines the security areas in which organizations must implement protective measures to comply with the regulation. --- ### Being compliant is essential, but getting there can be complex. Let Aegister guide you through your NIS2 compliance journey in three simple steps. 1 ### NIS2 SCOPE ASSESSMENT Does your organization fall within the scope of the NIS2 Directive? 2 ### GAP ASSESSMENT Receive an initial gap report against the required standards and plan a tailored implementation timeline. 3 ### SECURITY MEASURES IMPLEMENTATION All areas not meeting the required security levels will be strengthened through targeted interventions. > > See more --- ## Specialized NIS 2 services Dedicated solutions for the most critical aspects of NIS 2 compliance. [### Incident Notification AI-powered workflow for managing and reporting security incidents according to the NIS 2 Directive. Discover →](/en/solutions/compliance/nis2/incident-notification/) [### Documentation Audit Systematic verification of documentation compliance with a 6-category model, scoring and remediation roadmap. Discover →](/en/solutions/compliance/nis2/documentation-audit/) --- ## NIS 2 Insights Guides, analysis and updates on the NIS 2 Directive and compliance obligations. [![ACN NIS 2026 Platform Rules and New Deadlines: Master Overview](/static/images/cms/nis2-basic-measures-acn.webp) 14 Apr 2026 ### ACN NIS 2026 Platform Rules and New Deadlines: Master Overview ACN's April 2026 package sets new NIS deadlines for subjects listed for the first time in 2026 (incident notification from 1 January 2027, baseline measures by 31 July 2027) and updates the platform operating rules for registration, annual and continuous updates, relevant suppliers, and categorization.](/en/cms/insights/nis-acn-platform-2026-new-deadlines-overview/) [![NIS2 Executive Board Reporting: How to Turn Audit Outputs into Governance Decisions](/static/images/cms/compliance-documentation-audit-nis2.webp) 24 Feb 2026 ### NIS2 Executive Board Reporting: How to Turn Audit Outputs into Governance Decisions Practical executive reporting model for NIS2 audit outcomes with minimum KPI set, traffic-light escalation, and evidence-based closure visibility for board governance.](/en/cms/insights/nis2-executive-board-reporting-audit-governance/) [![Prioritizing NIS2 Audit Findings: From Gap List to Remediation Execution](/static/images/cms/compliance-documentation-audit-nis2.webp) 23 Feb 2026 ### Prioritizing NIS2 Audit Findings: From Gap List to Remediation Execution Severity-to-execution model for NIS2 audit findings with dependency-aware sequencing, triage criteria, and evidence-based closure tracking for remediation programs.](/en/cms/insights/nis2-audit-findings-prioritization-remediation-execution/) [![Recurring NIS2 Documentation Patterns and Quick Wins for Baseline Readiness](/static/images/cms/compliance-documentation-audit-nis2.webp) 23 Feb 2026 ### Recurring NIS2 Documentation Patterns and Quick Wins for Baseline Readiness High-frequency recurring patterns in NIS2 documentation and a quick-win framework for fast remediation of governance structure, evidence traceability, and cross-document consistency.](/en/cms/insights/nis2-recurring-documentation-patterns-quick-wins/) [![NIS 2026 Reminder: 8 Days Left Before the 28 February Registration Deadline](/static/images/cms/nis-registrazione-2026-scadenza.webp) 20 Feb 2026 ### NIS 2026 Reminder: 8 Days Left Before the 28 February Registration Deadline Organizations in scope of Italy's NIS regime have until 28 February 2026 to complete annual registration via the ACN Services Portal. Both new and previously registered entities must submit a 2026 declaration.](/en/cms/insights/nis-2026-registration-deadline-february/) [![NIS2 Incident Management Documentation Review: Method, Gaps, and Remediation Priorities](/static/images/cms/compliance-documentation-audit-nis2.webp) 19 Feb 2026 ### NIS2 Incident Management Documentation Review: Method, Gaps, and Remediation Priorities Practical review model for NIS2 incident-management documentation covering process integrity, notification readiness, role accountability, and crisis-recovery integration.](/en/cms/insights/nis2-incident-management-documentation-review-method/) [View all NIS 2 articles →](/en/cms/keyword/nis2/) --- ## NIS2 Frequently Asked Questions ### What is the NIS2 Directive? The NIS2 Directive (Network and Information Security 2) is the EU regulation that establishes cybersecurity requirements for organizations operating in essential and important sectors. It replaces NIS1, expanding the scope of obligated entities and strengthening governance, risk management and incident notification obligations. ### Who must comply with NIS2? NIS2 applies to essential and important entities across 18 sectors, including energy, transport, healthcare, digital infrastructure, public administration, space and ICT supply chain. In Italy, ACN manages the register of obligated entities and compliance deadlines. ### What are the NIS2 deadlines for Italian companies? Italian organizations were required to register with ACN by 28 February 2026. The deadline for baseline measures compliance is October 2026. ### What documents are mandatory for NIS2 compliance? Mandatory documents include: cybersecurity policies, security organization, risk assessment, risk treatment plan, incident management plan, business continuity plan, disaster recovery plan and supplier register. The cybersecurity policy and the risk management framework must be approved by the management body. ### How much does NIS2 compliance cost? The cost varies based on organization size and current maturity level. Aegister offers a Virtual CISO service and documentation audit that help identify gaps and build an efficient compliance plan, reducing costs compared to an unstructured approach.