In an exciting development for the cybersecurity landscape, the NERO project has officially launched, marking a shift of focus and a significant step towards improving the cyber-resilience of Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs).
Funded by the European Union and spanning 36 months, NERO aims to promote the adoption of existing innovative cybersecurity solutions. Coordinated by trustilio and involving a consortium of 16 partners, the project kicked off in December 2023 in Athens, Greece, and Trust-IT is proud to be a part of the initiative.
What is NERO?
NERO, which stands for the Advanced Cybersecurity Awareness Ecosystem for SMEs, is designed to support SMEs, especially in the healthcare, finance, and transport & logistics sectors, and help them improve their preparedness against the ever-increasing cyber threats. The project introduces a Cybersecurity Ecosystem, comprised of five interconnected frameworks (VICTORIOUS, ARCANA, AUDACIOUS, CYBIT, and ASTRAS). These frameworks are dedicated to delivering a robust Cybersecurity Awareness program, aligned with ENISA's recommendations.
Real-world Impact
The effectiveness of these frameworks will be validated through practical use case demonstrations in various domains:
- Enhancing Patient Data Security in Healthcare through Cybersecurity Tools.
- Strengthening Supply Chain Resilience in the Transportation and Logistics Industry through Cybersecurity Awareness.
- Boosting Financial Security through Enhanced Cybersecurity Awareness and Tools.
NERO will unfold in three key phases, starting with an analysis of the current cybersecurity landscape, followed by the creation of a Marketplace offering a Cyber Immunity Toolkit Repository for SMEs, and concluding with a Cyber Resilience Program and Cyber Awareness Training accessible through the Marketplace.
To express interest in participating in the training, SMEs are invited to connect