Compliance & Assurance
NIS2 readiness roadmap for operational leaders
A readiness-focused approach that blends governance, controls, and delivery cadence.
TL;DR
NIS2 readiness is about aligning governance, operational controls, and delivery practices before audit pressure peaks. Treat it as a continuous readiness program rather than a one-time checkbox.
When you need this
- Security and compliance responsibilities are spread across teams.
- Controls exist but are not consistently evidenced.
- Leadership needs a clear readiness roadmap and ownership model.
Key concepts
Readiness roadmap: a staged plan that connects governance decisions to operational controls.
Control evidence: artifacts that prove controls are in place and working.
Operational cadence: routines that keep risk reviews and reporting consistent.
Common mistakes
- Assuming policy documents alone demonstrate readiness.
- Ignoring ownership for ongoing control monitoring.
- Running readiness as a separate project from delivery operations.
Practical checklist
- Define accountability for security and operational controls.
- Map critical systems to control evidence expectations.
- Align change and incident processes to readiness goals.
- Create a governance rhythm for reporting and review.
- Maintain a living roadmap for continuous improvement.
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