Cybersecurity
Professional Activity in the Field of Cybersecurity
Professor Oreste Pollicino’s work in cybersecurity focuses on providing strategic and legal advisory services to businesses, public bodies, and institutions in the implementation of the latest regulations—such as the Network and Information Systems Directive (NIS 2)—and its transposition into Italian law. His expertise also includes collaboration with the Italian National Cybersecurity Agency (ACN), with the goal of ensuring resilience, regulatory compliance, and protection of critical infrastructures.
Focus on the NIS 2 Directive
The NIS 2 Directive introduces stricter cybersecurity obligations, expanding the number of sectors and entities involved, and setting new standards for risk management and incident response. In this context, Oreste Pollicino offers:
Regulatory Compliance Support
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Guidance in interpreting and implementing the provisions of the NIS 2 Directive, with specific attention to critical sectors (e.g., energy, healthcare, transport, finance, technology).
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Development and revision of corporate policies for the protection of network and information systems, aligned with European and national standards.
Cybersecurity Governance
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Support in defining roles, responsibilities, and operational workflows to ensure effective cybersecurity governance in line with NIS 2 requirements.
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Legal assistance in the designation of Chief Security Officers (CSOs) and official points of contact with competent authorities.
Incident Preparedness and Management
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Design of incident response plans and management of mandatory notifications to national authorities, including the ACN.
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Legal and strategic support in the event of cybersecurity incidents, ensuring compliance with the reporting obligations under NIS 2.
Liaison with the National Cybersecurity Agency (ACN)
The ACN, established to coordinate and strengthen Italy’s national cyber resilience, is a key authority for entities subject to NIS 2. In this area, Oreste Pollicino provides:
Institutional Interface
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Assistance in interactions with the ACN, including the preparation of documentation and communications required for mandatory reporting or information requests.
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Support in managing inspections and assessments conducted by the ACN to verify compliance with cybersecurity regulations.
Critical Infrastructure Advisory
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Legal support for the protection of national critical infrastructure and the implementation of cybersecurity solutions approved by the ACN.
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Guidance in handling interactions with the ACN during national cyber emergencies.
Training and Awareness
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Design and delivery of training programs for executives and staff on cybersecurity obligations and best practices, with a focus on NIS 2 compliance and institutional engagement with the ACN.
Professional Activity in the Field of Cybersecurity
Professor Oreste Pollicino’s work in cybersecurity focuses on providing strategic and legal advisory services to businesses, public bodies, and institutions in the implementation of the latest regulations—such as the Network and Information Systems Directive (NIS 2)—and its transposition into Italian law. His expertise also includes collaboration with the Italian National Cybersecurity Agency (ACN), with the goal of ensuring resilience, regulatory compliance, and protection of critical infrastructures.
Focus on the NIS 2 Directive
The NIS 2 Directive introduces stricter cybersecurity obligations, expanding the number of sectors and entities involved, and setting new standards for risk management and incident response. In this context, Oreste Pollicino offers:
Regulatory Compliance Support
-
Guidance in interpreting and implementing the provisions of the NIS 2 Directive, with specific attention to critical sectors (e.g., energy, healthcare, transport, finance, technology).
-
Development and revision of corporate policies for the protection of network and information systems, aligned with European and national standards.
Cybersecurity Governance
-
Support in defining roles, responsibilities, and operational workflows to ensure effective cybersecurity governance in line with NIS 2 requirements.
-
Legal assistance in the designation of Chief Security Officers (CSOs) and official points of contact with competent authorities.
Incident Preparedness and Management
-
Design of incident response plans and management of mandatory notifications to national authorities, including the ACN.
-
Legal and strategic support in the event of cybersecurity incidents, ensuring compliance with the reporting obligations under NIS 2.
Liaison with the National Cybersecurity Agency (ACN)
The ACN, established to coordinate and strengthen Italy’s national cyber resilience, is a key authority for entities subject to NIS 2. In this area, Oreste Pollicino provides:
Institutional Interface
-
Assistance in interactions with the ACN, including the preparation of documentation and communications required for mandatory reporting or information requests.
-
Support in managing inspections and assessments conducted by the ACN to verify compliance with cybersecurity regulations.
Critical Infrastructure Advisory
-
Legal support for the protection of national critical infrastructure and the implementation of cybersecurity solutions approved by the ACN.
-
Guidance in handling interactions with the ACN during national cyber emergencies.
Training and Awareness
-
Design and delivery of training programs for executives and staff on cybersecurity obligations and best practices, with a focus on NIS 2 compliance and institutional engagement with the ACN.