10 Apr Secure Your Network for the NIS2 Era with RUCKUS
With the implementation of the NIS2 directive, the European Union is significantly tightening cybersecurity requirements for critical sectors – from healthcare and energy to financial services. The new regulations require organizations to implement effective risk management mechanisms, supply chain protection, business continuity, and – most importantly – secure their network infrastructure.
In response to these requirements, RUCKUS Networks – Purpose-driven enterprise networks offers advanced solutions that help companies adapt to the new regulations and enhance their level of cybersecurity.
A secure network at the heart of NIS2 requirements
The NIS2 directive focuses on the need to:
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control network access and apply the principle of least privilege,
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encrypt data in transit,
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continuously monitor the network,
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manage firmware updates and asset inventory,
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ensure network operations even in the event of a security incident.
This means that organizations must invest not only in endpoint security, but above all in the consistency and resilience of their entire network infrastructure.
Zero Trust in Practice with RUCKUS
The Zero Trust Architecture (ZTA) approach – no default trust and continuous identity verification – aligns perfectly with the spirit of NIS2. RUCKUS supports the implementation of this strategy through:
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network segmentation (VLAN/VXLAN) to limit lateral threat movement,
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strong authentication of users and devices (including certificates and MFA),
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continuous monitoring and anomaly detection using artificial intelligence.
RUCKUS One® – Centralized Management Aligned with NIS2
RUCKUS One is a cloud platform for comprehensive management of wired and wireless networks. It provides:
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centralized security policies and consistent configuration deployment,
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user role mapping through integration with identity systems (e.g., MS Entra),
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automatic firmware updates,
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alerting and SIEM integration for rapid incident reporting,
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full network visibility and advanced AI-powered analytics.
Cloudpath™ – Secure Onboarding for Devices and Users
Complementing the portfolio is the Cloudpath Enrollment System, which provides:
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automated certificate management,
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device onboarding in line with company policies,
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Dynamic PSK™ – unique, user-specific network access passwords that enhance security while maintaining convenience.
Business Continuity and Resilience – Even at the Access Point Level
RUCKUS also focuses on hardware resilience – access points can continue operating even if the connection to the controller is lost, helping maintain service continuity during critical situations.
Supply Chain Security and Certifications
In response to NIS2 requirements concerning the supply chain, RUCKUS implements:
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supplier and component monitoring,
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trusted hardware architecture (TPM),
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compliance with international standards, including FIPS 140-2/3, Common Criteria, and NIST 800-53 (GovRAMP).
Summary
The NIS2 directive is redefining the approach to network security across Europe. Partnering with companies like RUCKUS enables organizations not only to meet the new regulations but also to significantly boost their resilience to cyber threats – through centralization, automation, and modern access control mechanisms.
As a distributor of RUCKUS solutions, Kappa Data supports businesses in selecting the right components, implementing solutions, and building a strategy aligned with NIS2.
Contact us to learn more!