What topics are on the PECB-NIS2-LI exam?

Fundamental concepts and definitions of NIS 2 Directive 12.5%

1.1

NIS 2 Directive Concepts and Terminology

1 subtopics

1.1.1Main concepts and terminology of NIS 2 Directive

Learning Objectives

Explain the main concepts related to the NIS 2 Directive
Understand entity classification criteria

1.2

Related Standards and Frameworks

2 subtopics

1.2.1ISO Standards and Information Security

1.2.2Industry Best Practices

Learning Objectives

Develop comprehensive knowledge on ISO standards related to information security
Identify other industry cybersecurity best practices

1.3

NIS 2 vs NIS Directive Comparison

1 subtopics

1.3.1Evolution from NIS to NIS 2

Learning Objectives

Compare NIS 2 Directive with its predecessor
Analyze the structure, objectives, and subject matter

1.4

Compliance and Penalties

1 subtopics

1.4.1Administrative Fines and Enforcement

Learning Objectives

Describe administrative fines associated with noncompliance
Understand enforcement mechanisms

Domain Hands-on Skills

Directive interpretationEntity classificationCompliance assessment

Common Mistakes to Avoid

Misclassifying entities
Confusing NIS and NIS 2 requirements
Incorrect fine calculations

Planning of NIS 2 Directive requirements implementation 25%

Cybersecurity roles and responsibilities and risk management 18.75%

Cybersecurity controls, incident management, and crisis management 18.75%

Communication and awareness 12.5%

Testing and monitoring of a cybersecurity program 12.5%

How do I earn the PECB Certified NIS 2 Directive Lead Implementer certification?

Official Pathway Guidance

Track: Cybersecurity Compliance and Implementation

Prerequisites

PECB-NIS2-FNIS 2 Directive FoundationOptional
ISO-27001-FISO/IEC 27001 FoundationOptional

Next Steps

PECB-NIS2-SLINIS 2 Directive Senior Lead Implementer
ISO-27001-LIISO/IEC 27001 Lead Implementer
ISO-22301-LIISO 22301 Lead Implementer

Current Level

PECB-NIS2-LINIS 2 Directive Lead ImplementerImplementation
PECB-NIS2-LANIS 2 Directive Lead AuditorAudit
Audit perspective of NIS 2 compliance

Alternative Paths

GDPR-DPOGDPR Data Protection Officer
ISO-27005-RMISO/IEC 27005 Risk Manager
ISO-27017-LIISO/IEC 27017 Lead Implementer
ISO-27701-LIISO/IEC 27701 Lead Implementer
CISACertified Information Systems Auditor

Career Progression

Entry Roles

Cybersecurity Analyst
Compliance Analyst
Junior Security Consultant

Target Roles

NIS 2 Compliance Manager
Cybersecurity Implementation Lead
Critical Infrastructure Security Manager
Compliance Director
Security Consultant

Senior Roles

Chief Information Security Officer (CISO)
Director of Cybersecurity
Head of Compliance
Senior Security Architect
Principal Consultant

Certification Maintenance

Recertification Options:
Submit Continuing Professional Development (CPD) hoursPay Annual Maintenance Fee (AMF) of $120Complete professional development activitiesAttend PECB conferences or webinars

How do I study for the PECB-NIS2-LI Exam?

Practice the PECB Certified NIS 2 Directive Lead Implementer with our Exam Simulator

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Study Tips

Thoroughly read the NIS 2 Directive text (Directive EU 2022/2555)
Understand the 18 critical sectors and entity classification
Master the six exam domains with equal focus on comprehension and evaluation
Practice with scenario-based questions similar to exam format
Study ISO/IEC 27000 series standards for complementary knowledge
Review ENISA publications for practical implementation guidance
Understand reporting timelines (24 hours, 72 hours, final report)
Know the difference between essential and important entities
Be familiar with administrative fines and enforcement mechanisms
Practice gap analysis and risk assessment methodologies

What's changed on this exam?

Upcoming Changes

National implementation variations

Different requirements per Member State

Sector-specific guidance

Detailed implementation guides per critical sector

First enforcement actions

Precedent-setting cases and fine examples

Technology Coverage

Cloud Services

Increased focus on cloud security controls

Supply Chain Security

Domain 4 expanded coverage

Zero Trust Architecture

May appear in future exam updates

Industry Trends

300,000+ organizations now in NIS 2 scope vs 20,000 under NIS 1
Shortage of qualified NIS 2 professionals creating high demand
Cross-border operations requiring multi-country registrations
Integration of NIS 2 with other EU regulations (GDPR, DORA, CER)
Increasing focus on operational technology (OT) security
Supply chain security becoming board-level concern

Who should take this exam?

Recommended Experience

Fundamental understanding of cybersecurity
Knowledge of information security principles
Familiarity with European Union regulations

Experience Level: Intermediate

How do I register & what's the exam fee?

Exam Cost	$1000 USD
Testing Centers	Pearson VUE, PECB Online Exams, Partner Training Centers
Online Proctoring	Available

How long is the certification valid?

Valid For	3 years
Recertification	Submit required CPD hours Pay Annual Maintenance Fee ($120) Maintain professional development activities

PECB Certified NIS 2 Directive Lead Implementer

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Exam Details

What topics are on the PECB-NIS2-LI exam?

Fundamental concepts and definitions of NIS 2 Directive 12.5%

NIS 2 Directive Concepts and Terminology

Related Standards and Frameworks

NIS 2 vs NIS Directive Comparison

Compliance and Penalties

Domain Hands-on Skills

Common Mistakes to Avoid

Planning of NIS 2 Directive requirements implementation 25%

Cybersecurity roles and responsibilities and risk management 18.75%

Cybersecurity controls, incident management, and crisis management 18.75%

Communication and awareness 12.5%

Testing and monitoring of a cybersecurity program 12.5%

How do I earn the PECB Certified NIS 2 Directive Lead Implementer certification?

Official Pathway Guidance

Prerequisites

Next Steps

Current Level

Alternative Paths

Career Progression

Entry Roles

Target Roles

Senior Roles

Certification Maintenance

How do I study for the PECB-NIS2-LI Exam?

Practice the PECB Certified NIS 2 Directive Lead Implementer with our Exam Simulator

Official Resources

Official Training

Video Resources

Study Tips

What's changed on this exam?

Upcoming Changes

Technology Coverage

Industry Trends

Who should take this exam?

Recommended Experience

How do I register & what's the exam fee?

How long is the certification valid?

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