On December 10, 2025, the webinar "Cybersecurity for Public Institutions – NIS2" took place, organized by the National Cyber Security Directorate (DNSC) in partnership with Expertware, within the European SIEMBIOT project.
The webinar attracted an impressive number of participants: over 1,235 people joined the live sessions on Microsoft Teams and YouTube, confirming the continuous need for clarity and practical tools within Romanian public institutions in the context of the new NIS2 regulations.
The event’s target audience included representatives of public institutions and authorities, technical staff, IT managers, and cybersecurity specialists from organizations under the scope of NIS2 and Government Emergency Ordinance 155/2024, as well as any entity interested in modern solutions for compliance and cyber protection.
The speakers at this webinar were specialists with significant experience in cybersecurity and European project management, who analyzed current challenges and the solutions required to enhance the resilience of both the public and private sectors:
Gabriel Dinu, Deputy Director of DNSC
Cătălin Cristescu, SIEMBIOT Project Manager, DNSC
Tiberiu Baraboi, Co-founder & CEO of Expertware
The discussions were moderated by Valeria Popescu, Senior Cybersecurity Coordinator at DNSC.
Gabriel Dinu
Cătălin Cristescu
Tiberiu Baraboi
Valeria Popescu
Immediately applicable information for strengthening the digital protection of public institutions
Over the course of two hours, participants explored essential topics aimed at enhancing institutional cyber-capabilities, including:
Clarifications regarding the responsibilities of public institutions under the new regulations
Updates on recent legislative requirements under the NIS2 Directive
Recommendations for assessing and improving institutional cyber maturity
Presentation of the platforms developed within the SIEMBIOT project, including the audit and monitoring components
A live demonstration of the SIEMBIOT platform, an integrated solution for compliance, reporting, and security process automation
After each presentation, dedicated time was allocated for the Q&A sessions, during which participants raised a variety of issues and received practical solutions and concrete cybersecurity recommendations.
Useful Resources and Next Steps
To support public institutions in strengthening their cyber resilience, we are providing the following resources, also presented during the webinar:
The presentation “Cybersecurity for Public Institutions – NIS2”
The Cyber Maturity Questionnaire, available free of charge on the SIEMBIOT platform
SIEMBIOT DEMO Request
DNSC Entity Registration Form: an essential step for public institutions, required for official registration in the National Registry of NIS2 Entities and for meeting the legal cybersecurity obligations.
We encourage you to access these resources and assess the cyber maturity level and NIS2 compliance status of your institution.
This is a free, unofficial tool that enables institutions to evaluate their current situation and identify development opportunities.
What’s Next?
This second webinar marks the continuation of the dialogue initiated in September regarding the strengthening of cybersecurity resilience in Romania. The SIEMBIOT project partners will continue to organize events, workshops, and training sessions dedicated primarily to public institutions, but also to other interested organizations, in order to support the implementation of cybersecurity best practices.
The objective is to ensure that as many organizations as possible gain access to tools, solutions, and practical knowledge that enable them to identify vulnerabilities, reduce risks, and build a more secure and resilient digital infrastructure—supported by the European funding allocated for the development and implementation of the SIEMBIOT project.
The SIEMBIOT team remains available to all participants for questions, clarifications, or additional support. You can send your inquiries through the contact form on the platform or request a free 3-month trial of the SIEMBIOT platform.
About the SIEMBIOT Project
SIEMBIOT is a European project funded by the European Commission through the DIGITAL-ECCC-2022-CYBER-03 call, dedicated to developing innovative solutions for monitoring, preventing, and responding to cyberattacks in complex networks of critical infrastructure and public organizations.
The main objective of the project is to enhance national and regional resilience against cyberattacks.
The SIEMBIOT platform integrates SIEM, NOC, SOC, CTI, and vulnerability management technologies, providing a flexible and secure solution for cybersecurity protection and collaboration—one that can also be tested free of charge.
Who Are the SIEMBIOT Project Partners?
Expertware, coordinator of SIEMBIOT project, is a Romanian IT consulting and services company specializing in critical infrastructure, cybersecurity, and advanced technological solutions. Within the SIEMBIOT project, Expertware contributes to the development of tools and methodologies designed to help public and private organizations achieve compliance with the NIS2 Directive and strengthen their cybersecurity culture.
The National Cyber Security Directorate (https://www.dnsc.ro/), affiliate partner of SIEMBIOT project, is the national authority responsible for coordinating, regulating, and promoting cybersecurity in Romania. DNSC supports both public institutions and the private sector in strengthening their capabilities to prevent and respond to cyber incidents.
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