The Swedish Cybersecurity Act, or Cybersäkerhetslagen, is Sweden's implementation of the EU's NIS2 Directive, designed to enhance cybersecurity across critical sectors. It mandates risk management, incident reporting, and cybersecurity governance for both public and private entities. Not all organizations are in scope, but those affected must adhere to these standards to protect vital infrastructure.

Read more: What is Cybersäkerhetslagen?

Applicability criteria for Cybersäkerhetslagen

Several factors determine if an organization must comply with Cybersäkerhetslagen:

• Industry / sector: Targets critical sectors like energy, transport, banking, health, and digital services.
• Organization size / employee count: Larger entities are more likely to be in scope, but smaller organizations in critical sectors are also included.
• Geography / region: Applies to entities operating within Sweden.
• Services offered: Includes those providing essential services and handling significant amounts of sensitive data.

How to check if Cybersäkerhetslagen applies to you

To determine applicability, follow these steps:

1. Identify your sector: Confirm if your organization operates within critical sectors.
2. Assess your operational region: Ensure your operations are based in Sweden.
3. Evaluate services offered: Determine if you provide essential services or manage critical data.
4. Consult with a compliance expert: Seek advice to understand specific regulatory implications.

Examples of organizations that must comply

Here are examples of organizations likely required to comply with Cybersäkerhetslagen:

• A Swedish energy provider managing national power grids.
• A healthcare company in Stockholm with extensive patient data.
• A major bank operating across Sweden offering digital financial services.
  

When does Cybersäkerhetslagen come into effect

Cybersäkerhetslagen is expected to come into effect by 31.12.2025. Organizations should begin preparations to ensure they meet compliance requirements by this date.

What happens if you don’t comply?

Non-compliance with Cybersäkerhetslagen can lead to significant penalties, including fines, audits, and mandatory improvement plans. The Swedish authorities will oversee enforcement to ensure adherence to the framework's requirements.

Read more: How to comply with Cybersäkerhetslagen?

How Cyberday supports in-scope organizations

Cyberday provides comprehensive support for organizations under Cybersäkerhetslagen. It offers a full Information Security Management System (ISMS) that facilitates multi-framework compliance, eliminating duplicate work by mapping requirements into universal tasks.

Cyberday supports audits and a risk-based approach, offering local framework support in Swedish to ensure alignment with national regulations. Your work is automatically turned into an audit-ready reports.

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