Network & Information Systems Security Policy Template
Establishes security controls for network and information systems acquisition, development, and maintenance, aligned with NIS 2 Article 21(2)(e).
What This Policy Covers
Required Sections
A compliant Network & Information Systems Security 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 systems in scope.
Network Architecture and Segmentation
Network design principles and segmentation requirements.
Secure System Acquisition
Security requirements in procurement and deployment.
Secure Development Practices
Secure SDLC, code review, and testing standards.
System Maintenance and Patching
Patch management timelines and maintenance windows.
Intrusion Detection and Prevention
IDS/IPS deployment and firewall management.
Network Monitoring and Logging
Traffic analysis and log collection requirements.
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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 procedures for vulnerability disclosure and coordinated handling of vulnerabilities, aligned with NIS 2 Article 21(2)(e) and Article 12.
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).
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).