The NIS2 Directive includes specific provisions that can apply to small and micro enterprises, particularly if they play a critical role in society, the economy, or certain sectors or types of services. Despite their size, the following types of small and micro enterprises may fall within the scope of NIS2:
- Entities Listed in Annexes I or II:
- Providers of public electronic communications networks or services.
- Providers of trust services.
- Top-level domain name registries and DNS service providers.
- Critical Service Providers:
- Sole Providers: If a small entity is the only provider of an essential service in a Member State, which is crucial for maintaining critical social or economic activities.
- Public Safety Impact: If a disruption in the entity’s services could significantly impact public security, order, or health.
- Systemic Risks: If a service disruption could pose significant systemic risks, particularly to sectors with potential cross-border impacts.
- National or Regional Importance: If the entity is deemed critical due to its specific importance at a national or regional level for a particular sector or interdependent sectors.
- Public Administration Entities: Small and micro enterprises that are part of the public administration and are critical as per national or regional designations.
- Entities Identified as Critical under Directive (EU) 2022/2557: This includes small and micro enterprises that have been identified as critical entities under the updated directive.
Edgewatch provides essential cybersecurity solutions tailored to help small and micro enterprises comply with the NIS2 Directive. Our services include comprehensive risk assessments, continuous monitoring, and incident response capabilities that are crucial for identifying and mitigating vulnerabilities. By using Edgewatch, small businesses can ensure they meet the stringent requirements of NIS2, enhancing their cybersecurity posture and resilience. This is particularly important for entities that, despite their size, play a vital role in critical infrastructure and services.