NIS-2 in Germany: Law coming soon – with a plan to achieve the goal.

Around 30,000 companies in Germany will fall under the NIS 2 regulation. The legal obligations will apply from the date the implementing law comes into force – expected to be early 2026. We can help you identify risks at an early stage, close security gaps, and ensure your management is legally compliant.

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NIS-2 Impact Assessment

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⚠️ Important Notice

The NIS-2 impact assessment serves as an automated guidance tool based on self-reported information, and its result is not legally binding. The NIS-2 impact assessment does not replace the self-identification review and has no evidential value for any proceedings.

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NIS-2 Compliance Dashboard

Interactive Guide to the 5 Core Requirements in Germany

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Management Responsibility

Management is personally liable. They must approve cybersecurity measures, monitor their implementation, and undergo training themselves.

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"NIS-2 clearly establishes for the first time: cybersecurity is a C-level responsibility. Failures no longer fall on the IT manager – but on management personally."
Personal Liability
Management bears legal responsibility for cybersecurity
Approval Requirement
All security measures must be approved by management
Training Obligation
Regular continuing education of leadership required
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Governance & Integration

Cybersecurity must become an integral part of corporate governance and operational processes.

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"NIS-2 requires not just technology – but organization: roles, responsibilities, decision-making processes, and controls must be bindingly integrated into business processes."
Organizational Structure
Define clear roles and responsibilities
Decision-Making Processes
Establish processes for security decisions
Integration
Embed cybersecurity into all business processes
3

Control System (ISMS)

An ISMS according to ISO 27001 (or equivalent) is the central bridge between strategy and implementation.

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"Without a system, no proof; without proof, no compliance. An ISMS documents, audits, improves – and legally protects management."
ISO 27001
Implementation of a standards-compliant ISMS
Documentation
Complete evidence of all measures
Continuous Improvement
Regular review and adjustment of the system
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Technical Measures

Standard measures such as access control, logging, authentication, monitoring, and encryption are mandatory.

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"Technically, the setup must meet state-of-the-art standards – meaning: IAM, logging, MFA, recovery processes, vulnerability scanning. Without this: no standing in audit or incident."
Identity & Access Management
Central management of user access
Multi-Factor Authentication
Implement multi-stage authentication
Security Monitoring
Continuous monitoring and logging
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Reporting Obligation & Registration

Security incidents must be reported within 24 hours, including a complete report after 72 hours at the latest. Companies must register with BSI – deadline: 3 months after entry into force.

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"Rapid response is mandatory: 24h for initial notification, 72h for complete report. Plus: registration with BSI within 3 months after entry into force."
24-Hour Notification
Immediate initial notification for security incidents
72-Hour Report
Detailed analysis and full report
BSI Registration
Registration with Federal Office for Security

What happens if you do nothing?

The legal and financial consequences of non-compliance with the new regulations

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No Transition Period

Obligations apply immediately upon entry into force of the law

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Dual Supervision

Ex-ante and ex-post supervision by competent authorities

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Significant Penalties

Up to €10 million or 2% of annual revenue for essential entities

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Personal Liability

Management is personally liable for compliance

Our 5-Step Roadmap

1

Assess Impact & Register with BSI

Systematically determine whether and to what extent your company falls under the new regulation. Complete the necessary registration with the competent authority.

2

Structure Governance & Establish Accountability

Establish clear responsibilities and robust governance structures for cybersecurity at all organizational levels.

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Implement or Expand ISMS according to ISO 27001

Implement a certified Information Security Management System or expand your existing system according to requirements.

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Adapt Technology & Processes – Including Supply Chain

Adapt technical systems and business processes to new requirements and integrate supply chain security into your strategy.

5

Prepare Incident Response & Audits

Develop effective incident response procedures and systematically prepare for regular audits and regulatory inspections.

Our Services

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Status and gap analysis including BSI-compliant report

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Implementation or adaptation of ISMS (ISO 27001, C5)

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Management training & awareness campaigns

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Technical implementation (IAM, monitoring, logging, SBOM)

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Development of reporting and escalation processes

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Assessment & audit preparation

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Operational support for implementation & control

Let's develop your compliance strategy together

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THESE ARE YOUR CONTACTS

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Justus Franke

Managing Director,
Certified Auditor

Justus Franke is Managing Partner at ADVANTA. As a certified auditor and consultant, he supports companies in establishing, implementing, and auditing management and control systems – with a particular focus on process-oriented governance, risk management, and compliance.

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Nils Lingthaler

Manager,
ISO 27001 Auditor

Nils Lingthaler is Manager at ADVANTA. As an industrial engineer and certified ISO 27001 auditor, he advises companies on IT compliance, information security, and management and control systems. His focus is on implementing and developing management systems as well as practical implementation of regulatory requirements.

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