NIS 2 compliance starts with qualified professionals
The NIS 2 Directive is the EU's updated legislation for cybersecurity resilience across important and essential sectors. It is now in force across the EU, and Irish organisations in scope, across energy, transport, healthcare, digital infrastructure, financial services, and more, are required to implement robust programmes that meet its requirements.
The PECB Certified NIS 2 Directive Lead Implementer programme trains security professionals with the competencies to plan, implement, manage, monitor, and maintain a cybersecurity programme that meets NIS 2 obligations. Delivered by Fortify Institute in a blended format with live Friday sessions, this programme adds something no other NIS 2 training in Ireland offers: dedicated coverage of CyFun (the Cyber Fundamentals Framework) and a session focused entirely on the Irish regulatory perspective on NIS 2.
Course details
| Price | €999 — includes PECB exam and certification |
| Format | Blended eLearning — self-paced PECB courseware plus live sessions |
| Live sessions | Every Friday in July 2026 — 3rd, 10th, 17th, and 24th — 1pm–2pm Irish time |
| Bonus sessions | Two additional 1-hour sessions: CyFun Framework + NIS 2 in Ireland [dates TBC within July] |
| Total live time | 6 hours across 6 sessions |
| Delivery | Fully online — all sessions recorded and available on Fortify Community platform |
| PECB courseware | Accessed self-paced via PECB platform — start today, no waiting required |
| Credential | PECB Certified NIS 2 Directive Lead Implementer |
| CPD credits | 31 CPD credits on completion |
| Accreditation | PECB — internationally recognised |
| Prerequisites | A fundamental understanding of cybersecurity is recommended |
What makes this programme different
Most NIS 2 training delivers the directive requirements in generic terms. The Fortify NIS 2 Lead Implementer programme goes further:
1. Irish regulatory context
One dedicated bonus session covers NIS 2 as it applies specifically in Ireland, transposition into Irish law, NCSC Ireland guidance, the Irish supervisory authority landscape, and what compliance looks like for Irish organisations in practice. This is content you won't find in a generic international training programme.
2. CyFun — the Cyber Fundamentals Framework
One dedicated bonus session covers CyFun, the Belgian NIS 2 implementation framework that has become a practical reference for NIS 2 compliance across the EU. Understanding CyFun alongside the PECB methodology gives you a broader implementation toolkit and a practical baseline framework for assessing NIS 2 readiness.
Who is this course for?
This course is for:
- Cybersecurity professionals seeking thorough understanding of NIS 2 requirements and practical implementation strategies
- IT managers and professionals implementing secure systems for NIS 2-covered organisations
- Risk and compliance officers managing NIS 2 obligations
- Information security managers supporting NIS 2 implementation projects
- Government and regulatory professionals responsible for NIS 2 oversight
- ISO 27001 practitioners extending their expertise into NIS 2 compliance
- Consultants advising organisations on NIS 2 compliance programmes
What you will learn
By the end of the NIS 2 Lead Implementer programme you will be able to:
- Explain the fundamental concepts, definitions, and requirements of the NIS 2 Directive
- Plan the implementation of NIS 2 requirements using PECB's methodology and best practices
- Interpret and apply NIS 2 requirements in the specific context of an Irish or EU organisation
- Establish and manage a cybersecurity compliance programme aligned to NIS 2
- Conduct risk assessments specific to NIS 2-covered critical infrastructure
- Implement cybersecurity controls and incident response plans that meet NIS 2 obligations
- Monitor, measure, and continually improve a NIS 2-compliant cybersecurity programme
- Apply the CyFun framework as a practical NIS 2 implementation baseline
- Navigate the Irish regulatory landscape for NIS 2 compliance
Programme structure
The blended model: access PECB self-paced courseware immediately via the PECB platform when you enrol. Work through the material at your own pace. Each Friday live session corresponds to one of the four course days and provides guided support, discussion, and application to Irish context.
Session 1 — Friday 3 July, 1pm–2pm: Goal Setting
Session 2 — Friday 10 July, 1pm–2pm: Resources
Session 3 — Friday 17 July, 1pm–2pm: Progression
Session 4 — Friday 24 July, 1pm–2pm: Exam Prep
Bonus Session A — [DATE TBC], 1pm–2pm: CyFun — the Cyber Fundamentals Framework
An introduction to CyFun, the Belgian Centre for Cyber Security's implementation framework for NIS 2 compliance. How CyFun maps to NIS 2 requirements. Using CyFun as a practical baseline for assessing and demonstrating NIS 2 readiness. Relevance for Irish organisations.
Bonus Session B — [DATE TBC], 1pm–2pm: NIS 2 in Ireland — the Irish perspective
How NIS 2 has been transposed into Irish law. The Irish supervisory authority structure. NCSC Ireland guidance on NIS 2 compliance. Sector-specific considerations for Irish organisations. Practical steps for demonstrating compliance to Irish regulators.
Certification exam — scheduled separately by each student via the PECB platform after completing the programme.
The Fortify blended model
PECB platform — all PECB courseware and your certification exam are accessed here. Enrol today and start immediately. No waiting for the live sessions to begin.
Fortify Community platform — your support layer throughout the programme. Recordings of all six live sessions are available here after each one. Use it for questions, resources, and peer discussion between sessions.
All six live sessions are recorded. If you cannot attend a session live, the recording is available on the Fortify Community platform the same day.
General information
- Certification and examination fees are included in the course price
- 31 CPD credits awarded on completion
- Over 400 pages of PECB training materials including practical examples, exercises, and quizzes
- Self-paced start on enrolment — PECB KATE platform access within 24 hours
- All six live sessions recorded and available on Fortify Community platform
- Free exam retake within 12 months if needed
Frequently asked questions
Does NIS 2 apply to my organisation?
NIS 2 applies to medium and large organisations in essential and important sectors including energy, transport, healthcare, water, digital infrastructure, ICT service management, public administration, and space — as well as postal services, waste management, chemicals, food, manufacturing, and digital providers. Irish organisations in these sectors should confirm their NIS 2 status with their legal or compliance team or check the NCSC Ireland guidance.
Is the exam included in the price?
Yes. The exam fee (and a repeat) and all course materials are included in the course price.
Do I need ISO 27001 certification first?
No formal prerequisite. A fundamental understanding of cybersecurity is recommended. ISO 27001 knowledge is beneficial but not required.
What is CyFun and why is it included?
CyFun (Cyber Fundamentals Framework) is a practical NIS 2 implementation framework developed by the Centre for Cyber Security Belgium. It has become a reference standard for NIS 2 compliance across the EU because it translates the directive's requirements into a structured, assessable baseline. The CyFun session is a Fortify-specific addition to the PECB programme — not available in standard NIS 2 Lead Implementer courses elsewhere.
What does the Irish perspective session cover?
This bonus session covers the transposition of NIS 2 into Irish law, the Irish supervisory authority landscape, NCSC Ireland guidance, and practical compliance considerations for Irish organisations. It is designed specifically for professionals operating in the Irish regulatory context.
When do I sit the exam?
The certification exam is scheduled by each student individually via the PECB platform after completing the programme. You choose your own date and time.
Are sessions recorded?
Yes. All six live sessions, including both bonus sessions, are recorded and available on the Fortify Community platform.
Can I pay by invoice?
Yes. Email [email protected].
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