NIS2: Raising the bar on IT System Recovery for Organizations

The EU’s Network and Information Systems Security Directive 2 (NIS2) raises the bar for cybersecurity across various industries. One critical area of focus is IT system recovery, demanding a more proactive and robust approach from organizations. This article explores how NIS2 impacts IT system recovery and how Cristie Software empowers organizations to navigate these challenges.  

NIS2 and the IT System Recovery Imperative

NIS2 mandates organizations across essential sectors to prioritize operational resilience. This translates to ensuring essential services remain operational during and after cyberattacks or system failures.

Here’s how NIS2 specifically impacts IT system recovery:

• Mandatory Incident Response and Recovery Plans: Detailed plans outlining procedures for responding to incidents and recovering affected systems are no longer optional.
• Testing and Readiness: Regularly testing these plans ensures they function effectively in real-world scenarios.
• System Backup and Recovery: Frequent and reliable system backups are crucial for rapid system restoration.
• Business Continuity Management: Organizations must have strategies to maintain critical operations during disruptions.
• Supply Chain Security: The resilience of IT systems extends to dependencies on third-party vendors.