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Cybersecurity with TÜV NORD: For Greater Security and Resilience

Protection against cyber threats

Whether you’re in industry, a small or medium-sized business, or part of critical infrastructure, TÜV NORD helps you identify cyber risks early, close security gaps, and meet regulatory requirements. Through independent audits, certifications, and practical consulting, you can strengthen your cyber resilience and provide long-term protection for your IT systems, products, and business processes.

Cypersecurity bei TÜVIT

Strengthening Cybersecurity: Minimizing Risks, Securing the Digital Future

TÜV NORD supports companies, manufacturers and operators of critical infrastructure in managing cyber risks, meeting regulatory requirements and securing digital systems in the long term:

  • Warding off cyberattacks: identifying vulnerabilities and reducing security risks.
  • Demonstrating IT security: Independent audits and certifications build trust.
  • Ensuring compliance: Meeting requirements such as NIS-2 and CRA.
  • Protecting products: Strengthening cybersecurity for connected devices, vehicles and systems.
  • Securing infrastructure: Reliably protecting IT and OT systems.
  • Building security expertise: Qualifying specialists through practical training

Our Training Topics on Cybersecurity

To complement our cyber security services, we offer practical seminars designed to help you specifically develop your skills in information and IT security and prepare for the latest cyber threats and regulatory requirements:

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Cybersecurity for Businesses and Infrastructure

Cyber-attacks, security vulnerabilities and increasing regulatory requirements pose a threat to business processes and critical infrastructure. TÜV NORD supports you with independent audits, certifications and security assessments to help you identify risks at an early stage, secure your IT and OT systems, and demonstrate compliance with legal requirements. This enables you to strengthen your cyber resilience and ensure reliable operations.

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Cybersecurity for Products and Digital Applications

Connected products, vehicles and digital applications must meet high safety standards. TÜV NORD supports manufacturers and providers with independent safety tests, conformity assessments and certifications. This enables you to identify vulnerabilities at an early stage, comply with relevant standards and regulatory requirements, and build confidence in the safety of your products and digital services:

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Additional Services for Information Security & Compliance

AI management system

ISO/IEC 42001 – AI management systems

Security of electricity and gas networks

IT security catalogue in accordance with Section 11(1a) of the Energy In

Safety of energy generation facilities

IT security catalogue in accordance with Section 11(1b) of the Energy In

Audit-proof archiving of DML

Document Management Systems: PK-DML Audit & Certification

Additional Services for IT & OT Security

Resilient security architectures

Plant security and IT security for networked plants

Electricity supply

IEC 62351 – Cyber Security for Energy Networks

Digitalisation in the rail sector

IT Security in Railway Technology

Intelligently networking energy systems

Sector coupling: testing, certification, project support

Additional Services for Product & Automotive Cybersecurity

International market access

FCC CAB & international approvals

Radio Equipment Directive

Radio examinations (RED)

Additional Services for Digital Identities & Trust Services

Trustworthy communication

Electronic identification (eID)

Trust service provider

eIDAS – Electronic seals

Electronic signature

eIDAS – Remote signatures and seals

Comprehensive support

QSCD – Qualified Signature and Seal Creation Units

Long-term storage of signed documents

Electronic Archives & Preservation Services

Practical knowledge

Cybersecurity: Training Courses, Seminars, and Certifications

Information Security Officer – ISO (TÜV

Training to become an IT security officer, with a focus on ISO 27001, ISMS and IT-Grundschutz.
Find out more about the Information Security Officer – ISO (TÜV)

NIS-2 expert (TÜV)

Contents: Implementation of regulatory cybersecurity requirements, risk management and handling security incidents.
Find out more about the NIS 2 expert (TÜV)

OT Security Manager (TÜV) in accordance with IEC 62443

Cyber security for industrial automation and control systems. Particularly relevant for industry and KRITIS.
More about T-Security Manager (TÜV) in accordance with IEC 62443

Chief Information Security Officer, CISO

Contents: Strategic governance of information security & company-wide management of security risks
More about the Chief Information Security Officer, CISO (TÜV)
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Your Benefits with TÜV NORD in the Area of Cybersecurity

  • Independence: Objective testing and recognised certifications.
  • Technical expertise: Comprehensive expertise in IT, OT and product security.
  • Compliance: Ensuring standards and regulatory requirements are met.
  • Risk minimisation: Identifying and rectifying vulnerabilities at an early stage.
  • Everything from a single source: audits, certifications and training.
Cyber security is about more than just compliance. Through our independent audits and certification services, we help organisations to systematically reduce security risks, meet regulatory requirements and build trust in their digital systems and products.

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TÜV Information Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Questions and Answers on Cyber Security

Cyber security encompasses all measures taken to protect IT systems, networks, data and connected products from cyber attacks and unauthorised access. For businesses, it is crucial for preventing business interruptions, data loss and financial damage. TÜV NORD helps to reduce cyber risks and strengthen digital resilience through independent security audits and certifications.

TÜV NORD offers cyber security services for businesses, critical infrastructure and manufacturers of connected products. The range of services includes IT security audits, risk assessments, certification to ISO 27001 and IEC 62443, as well as assessments relating to automotive cyber security and digital trust services. Complementary training courses help businesses build security expertise and comply with regulatory requirements.

The cyber security certifications required depend on the sector, business activities and regulatory requirements. ISO 27001 is an internationally recognised standard for information security management, whilst IEC 62443 addresses industrial cyber security. For the automotive industry, ISO/SAE 21434 and TISAX® are among the relevant standards. TÜV NORD assesses and certifies in accordance with various recognised standards and supports companies in demonstrating their security measures.

Organisations improve their IT and OT security through systematic risk analyses, regular security audits and appropriate technical and organisational safeguards. Securing automation and control systems is particularly crucial in the case of networked industrial plants. TÜV NORD provides support in identifying vulnerabilities, assessing security concepts and demonstrating compliance with relevant standards such as IEC 62443.

Independent cyber security audits carried out by TÜV NORD enable an objective assessment of IT security and help to identify vulnerabilities and areas for improvement at an early stage. Certifications in accordance with recognised standards create transparency for customers, business partners and regulatory authorities. Companies benefit from a transparent assessment of their security measures, reduce risks and strengthen confidence in their digital systems and products.

Cyber-Security: Our services

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eID, trust services & PKI – testing & certification
TÜV NORD offers testing and certification for trust service providers (TSPs) in accordance with the eIDAS Regulation, ETSI, and CEN standards. These services ensure compliance with legal requirements and enable inclusion in the EU Trusted Service List.
eIDAS (electronic registration and delivery services)
TÜV NORD supports providers of electronic registration and delivery services in achieving eIDAS compliance in order to be listed on the EU Trusted List. We offer preliminary tests, conformity assessments, and recertifications, as well as workshops and training courses on eIDAS and ETSI to meet the requirements of the eIDAS Regulation and national laws.
eIDAS (electronic seals)
TÜV NORD supports trust service providers for electronic seals in complying with the eIDAS Regulation in order to be included in the EU Trusted List. We offer testing, conformity assessments, and recertification, as well as workshops and eIDAS.PROFESSIONAL training courses to ensure optimal implementation of the legally required requirements.
eIDAS (electronic time stamps)
TÜV NORD supports qualified trust service providers in ensuring the legal certainty of documents through electronic time stamps. We offer audits, conformity assessments, and recertifications to enable inclusion in the EU Trusted List. Workshops and eIDAS.PROFESSIONAL training courses provide optimal preparation for certification.
eIDAS (remote signatures and seals)
TÜV NORD supports providers of remote signatures and seals in complying with the eIDAS Regulation in order to be listed as a qualified trust service provider. We offer comprehensive testing, conformity assessments, and recertification, as well as workshops and eIDAS.PROFESSIONAL training courses to make paperless signature processes secure and user-friendly.
eIDAS (trust service components)
TÜV NORD supports you in ensuring the eIDAS compliance of your trust service component by conducting tests in accordance with eIDAS and ETSI, preparing a compliance report, and assisting with certification. We help you set up a secure IT infrastructure and offer workshops and eIDAS.PROFESSIONAL training courses for comprehensive insights.
eIDAS.PROFESSIONAL Training
The eIDAS.PROFESSIONAL training course from TÜV NORD provides comprehensive knowledge of the eIDAS Regulation 910/2014, ETSI standards, and trust services. It optimally prepares participants for the examination aspects of the eIDAS conformity assessment.
Electronic archives & storage services: Auditing & certification of your trust service
TÜV NORD supports qualified trust service providers in the long-term storage of signed documents in accordance with the eIDAS Regulation. We offer testing and conformity assessments to ensure the legal validity of signatures and seals and enable inclusion in the EU Trusted List. Recertifications verify compliance with current standards and laws.
Electronic identification (eID): The basis for trustworthy communication
TÜV NORD supports identity providers in complying with the eIDAS Regulation for electronic identification solutions. We offer workshops to prepare for audits and notification, perform GAP analyses for security assessment, and certify the achieved security level after document review and audit.
ENX Vehicle Cybersecurity
The ENX Association's Vehicle Cybersecurity (VCS) audit program focuses on standardized audits for cybersecurity management systems (CSMS) in the automotive sector, based on ISO/PAS 5112 and ISO/SAE 21434, and offers certification via the ENX platform upon successful testing by providers such as TÜV NORD.
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IEC 62351 - Cyber security for energy networks
International Approvals & FCC CAB
TÜV NORD Hochfrequenztechnik GmbH & Co. KG supports all clients, including manufacturers and innovators, with EMC, RF, and safety testing, homologation, and worldwide regulatory type approvals for successful global product launches.
ISO 20000-1
ISO 20000-1 certification confirms that a company can effectively plan, implement, and improve IT processes and meets international standards for a service management system (SMS), which ensures reliability, functionality, and security in IT-supported supply chains.
ISO 27001 Certification
ISO 27001 certification (correctly: ISO/IEC 27001 standard) defines criteria for an effective information security management system (ISMS) that ensures the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of data. TÜV NORD offers customized certification audits to ensure trust, maximum information security, and continuous improvement.
ISO 27701 Certification
ISO 27701 extends ISO 27001 to include data protection aspects by ensuring the privacy of others is protected. TÜV NORD has been accredited since 2022 to certify companies to both ISO 27001 and ISO 27701 and offers comprehensive information security and data protection solutions.
ISO/IEC 42001
The international standard ISO/IEC 42001 defines the requirements for a management system for artificial intelligence. It supports organizations in operating AI applications in a structured, responsible, and legally compliant manner.
ISO/SAE 21434 Certification
The ISO/SAE 21434 standard, often referred to as ISO 21434 or SAE 21434, addresses cyber security in the automotive industry by defining process-oriented security requirements for electrical and electronic systems, as well as software, IT services and vehicles, throughout the entire vehicle life cycle, in order to ensure protection against cyber attacks.
IT security catalog in accordance with Section 11 (1a) of the Energy Industry Act - NEW § 5c
As part of critical infrastructure, the energy sector must introduce and certify an ISMS in accordance with ISO 27001, as stipulated in the IT security catalog of the Federal Network Agency (BNetzA). TÜV NORD offers support and certification to ensure the security and reliability of networks.
IT security catalog in accordance with Section 11 (1b) of the Energy Industry Act - NEW § 5c EnWG
Energy generation plants must take security measures against threats to ICT in accordance with Section 11 (1b) of the German Energy Industry Act (EnWG). The expanded IT security catalog of the Federal Network Agency (BNetzA) requires certification by accredited bodies such as TÜV NORD to ensure secure network operation.
IT security railway technology
Digitalisation in rail transport requires high IT security standards. TÜV NORD supports manufacturers and operators with testing and certification in accordance with international standards such as IEC 62443 - for safe and reliable railway operations.
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QSCD
TÜV NORD offers comprehensive support for the testing and certification of qualified signature and seal creation devices (QSCDs) in accordance with the eIDAS Regulation. As an accredited and designated body, we carry out security assessments in accordance with Common Criteria or our own processes to enable inclusion in the EU list of certified QSCDs.
Qualified Website Certificates & Authentication: Verification & Certification of Your Trust Service
TÜV NORD supports the establishment of a qualified trust service for website authentication in accordance with the eIDAS Regulation. We offer testing, conformity assessments, and recertification, as well as workshops and eIDAS.PROFESSIONAL training courses. Strengthen your customers' trust with tested certificates and the highest security standards.
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Safety and risk assessments for technical installations and infrastructure
Technical installations and infrastructures are becoming more complex and increasingly interconnected. At the same time, requirements for safe, demonstrable and compliant operation are rising. TÜV NORD supports operators in identifying hazards at an early stage, assessing risks in a structured manner and deriving robust measures for safe, economical and efficient plant operation.
Safety management for technical plants and critical infrastructures
Technical plants and critical infrastructures must be operated safely, reliably available and demonstrably in compliance with regulations. TÜV NORD supports operators, manufacturers and authorities in systematically identifying and assessing risks and building a robust level of safety throughout the entire lifecycle of the plant.
Sector Coupling: Inspection, Testing and Certification of Integrated Energy Systems
The energy transition requires the intelligent integration of electricity, heat, mobility and industry. TÜV NORD supports the secure and efficient interconnection of energy systems – from feasibility studies and project support to certification and commissioning.
Security for networked products in the Smart Home
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Shaping digitalization securely

"IT security forms the backbone of successful digitalisation. We are convinced of this. As a knowledge company, we pave the way for this and provide a neutral view of the effectiveness of implementation. This builds trust."

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CEO TÜVIT

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