German Companies Face September Deadline for Mandatory NIS-2 Management Training
Published on 07/27/2026 at 07:33 | Redaktion boerse-global.de
A wave of new compliance requirements is forcing German business leaders to return to the classroom, with a mandatory online training session on NIS-2 management scheduled for September 4, 2026. The six-unit course, offered by althamer-kill.de at a cost of 420 euros plus VAT, targets executive boards and senior management who must now navigate obligations under Section 38 of the German IT Security Act (BSIG) as part of the broader EU NIS-2 Directive.
The training will cover legal frameworks for risk management and the liability risks directors face if they fail to comply. Discounts of 20 percent are available for certain organizations, including the German Red Cross (DRK). A designated speaker will walk participants through the regulatory landscape, emphasizing that responsibility for cybersecurity now sits squarely with company leadership, not just IT departments.
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Specialized IT Security Courses Launch in August
Beyond the management-level mandate, the education provider alfatraining announced on July 26, 2026, a suite of new technical programs starting in August. A twelve-week full-time course beginning August 2 combines CCNA certification with qualification as an IT Security Officer, culminating in an exam administered by TÜV Rheinland. Participants will study Cisco networks, routing, security protocols, and the application of artificial intelligence. Basic networking skills and English proficiency are prerequisites.
A parallel twelve-week program blends IT security management with project management methodologies. Graduates leave not only as certified IT Security Officers but also with credentials in GPM Basic Project Management, ITIL Foundation V5, and PRINCE2 Foundation V7.
For seasoned IT professionals, alfatraining offers four-week intensive tracks. One course trains IT Security Administrators in network security and cryptography, preparing them for the CompTIA Security+ exam. Another, aimed at IT Cybersecurity Analysts, focuses on vulnerability management and incident response, targeting the CompTIA CySA+ certification. Both require several years of IT experience. All alfatraining programs are eligible for funding through Germany's education voucher system (Bildungsgutschein).
Coordinating External Contractors
Workplace safety extends beyond internal systems. The DEKRA Academy now offers an initial training course for Fremdfirmenkoordinatoren — coordinators who manage external contractors on company premises. The blended learning format combines three units of e-learning with six units in a live online seminar.
Topics include legally sound contract drafting, risk assessments, and general occupational safety rules when working with third-party firms. Class sizes are capped at 15 participants to ensure thorough instruction. Upon completion, attendees receive an official certificate from DEKRA.
Managing external contractors also means ensuring your own workplace safety documentation is up to date. A free Health & Safety Toolkit gives you risk assessments, checklists, and toolbox talks covering key UK regulations — all ready to use. Get the free Health & Safety Toolkit
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