Cryptography & Encryption Policy Template
Defines policies and procedures for the use of cryptography and encryption to protect network and information systems, aligned with NIS 2 Article 21(2)(h).
What This Policy Covers
Required Sections
A compliant Cryptography & Encryption Policy for NIS 2 Directive must include the following7 sections. Each section addresses a specific control requirement that auditors will review.
Purpose and Scope
Policy objectives and NIS 2 encryption requirements.
Approved Cryptographic Standards
Approved algorithms, key lengths, and TLS versions.
Encryption at Rest
Data storage encryption requirements and standards.
Encryption in Transit
TLS, mTLS, and VPN encryption requirements.
Key Management
Key generation, distribution, rotation, and destruction.
Certificate Management
PKI, certificate lifecycle, and renewal procedures.
End-to-End Encryption
Requirements for sensitive communications and data flows.
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Policy Details
Other NIS 2 Directive Templates
Establishes a systematic approach to identifying, analyzing, and treating cybersecurity risks in accordance with NIS 2 Directive Article 21.
Defines procedures for detecting, managing, and reporting significant cybersecurity incidents, including the mandatory 24-hour early warning to the CSIRT under NIS 2 Article 23.
Ensures continuity of essential or important services during and after cybersecurity incidents, aligned with NIS 2 Article 21(2)(c).
Addresses security requirements for direct suppliers and service providers, aligned with NIS 2 Article 21(2)(d).
Establishes security controls for network and information systems acquisition, development, and maintenance, aligned with NIS 2 Article 21(2)(e).
Establishes procedures for vulnerability disclosure and coordinated handling of vulnerabilities, aligned with NIS 2 Article 21(2)(e) and Article 12.
Establishes access control policies and asset management requirements for network and information systems, aligned with NIS 2 Article 21(2)(i).
Defines requirements for multi-factor authentication and continuous authentication solutions, aligned with NIS 2 Article 21(2)(j).