CyberQuest Workshops: Empowering Management to Meet NIS2 Requirements

Management’s Role Under NIS2

The NIS2 Directive places significant responsibility on organizational leadership, stating:

“The management body of essential and important entities shall approve the cybersecurity risk-management measures taken by entities… and oversee its implementation.”

— NIS2 Directive, Article 21(3)

Additionally, the directive emphasizes that:

“Members of the management body shall follow training on a regular basis to gain sufficient knowledge and skills to identify risks and assess cybersecurity risk-management practices and their impact on the operations of the entity.”

— NIS2 Directive, Article 21(4)

CyberQuest workshops are specifically designed to help management fulfill these obligations through an engaging, effective half-day experience.

How CyberQuest Helps Management Meet NIS2 Requirements

Risk Identification and Assessment

NIS2 requires management to identify and assess security risks across the organization. During the CyberQuest workshop, management participants:

  • Practice evaluating diverse cyber threats in a realistic business context
  • Learn to distinguish between high and low-priority risks
  • Experience the consequences of risk prioritization decisions
  • Develop intuition for identifying critical business assets and their vulnerabilities

Resource Allocation Decision-Making

Management must approve appropriate resource allocation for cybersecurity measures. CyberQuest provides:

  • Practical experience allocating limited security resources
  • Insight into the cost-benefit relationship of various security controls
  • Understanding of security investment trade-offs and their business impact
  • A framework for making informed security investment decisions

Oversight of Implementation

NIS2 mandates management oversight of cybersecurity implementation. The workshop helps by:

  • Demonstrating how technical controls align with business objectives
  • Clarifying the relationship between security policies and operational outcomes
  • Illustrating the importance of continuous monitoring and adjustment
  • Providing a common language to communicate with technical teams

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Effective security governance requires collaboration across organizational boundaries. CyberQuest facilitates:

  • Meaningful discussions between management and technical specialists
  • Shared understanding of security roles and responsibilities
  • Bridge-building between business and IT perspectives
  • Recognition of security as an organization-wide responsibility

Workshop Format

The half-day CyberQuest workshop includes:

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1. Introduction to Risk-Based Security

Foundational concepts tailored for management

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2. Guided CyberQuest Game Experience

Interactive simulation of security decision-making

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3. Facilitated Reflection and Application

Connecting game insights to your organization

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4. Action Planning

Developing practical next steps for NIS2 compliance

Customized to Your Reality

Every CyberQuest workshop is tailored to your organization. The game scenario and threats reflect your actual business environment and industry-specific risks, ensuring that management gains relevant insights that directly translate to their oversight responsibilities.

Beyond Compliance: Strategic Advantage

While satisfying NIS2 requirements, the CyberQuest workshop also positions your management team to:
• Transform security from a cost center to a business enabler
• Integrate security considerations into strategic planning
• Build organizational resilience against evolving threats
• Create a security-aware culture that starts at the top

Ready to Empower Your Management Team?

Contact me today to schedule your customized CyberQuest half-day workshop. Enable your leadership team to confidently meet their NIS2 obligations while strengthening your organization’s security posture.