The 4th annual meeting of cybersecurity directors, organised by the Bundesamt für Sicherheit in der Informationstechnik (BSI) or the German Federal Office for Information Technology Security, was held in Munich, bringing together 26 leaders of national cybersecurity authorities. Among the participants, Luxembourg was represented by the High Commission for National Security (HCPN). This major event provided a key platform to discuss current IT security challenges at national, European and international level.
This year's meeting focused on the challenges presented by new EU legislation, including the NIS 2 Directive on cybersecurity. Discussions focused on the importance of a coherent approach at European level to collectively address IT security incidents, especially in the context of multinational companies. The need to harmonise efforts to meet the requirements of the NIS 2 Directive was at the heart of the discussions, demonstrating the willingness of national cybersecurity authorities to work closely together in the implementation of common standards and concerted approaches.
Since 2020, the Cyber Security Directors’ Meeting, organised in collaboration with the Munich Cyber Security Conference, has provided a crucial annual platform for participants. The event aims to stimulate strategic discussions on policy options in the spirit of European cooperation on cybersecurity.
Participants also discussed the importance of staying at the forefront of technological developments and emerging threats. In an ever-changing digital landscape, it is imperative for cybersecurity authorities to stay up to date with the latest technological advances in order to better anticipate and respond to new forms of cyber threats. The discussions focused on strategies to ensure effective technology watch, while stressing the need to invest in research and development to strengthen national and European cybersecurity capacities.
Another crucial point discussed at the meeting was the issue of IT security incidents in multinational companies. Participants shared their experiences and best practices in responding to these incidents in a coordinated manner. Cooperation at European level was highlighted as a key element to ensure a rapid and effective response to security incidents, minimising risks and strengthening the resilience of companies operating internationally.
The reflections also focused on how to strengthen cooperation between national cybersecurity authorities, fostering the continuous exchange of information and best practices. The creation of a strong and collaborative network between participating countries was seen as a key component in addressing common cybersecurity challenges.
In conclusion, the 4th meeting of Cybersecurity Directors provided an enriching platform for the exchange of ideas and experiences between national cybersecurity authorities. The discussions underlined the importance of European cooperation in tackling cyber threats, highlighting the need for common policies, shared standards and close collaboration to ensure the security of digital infrastructure on a continental scale.