Structure of NLO network
The NLO network consists of (at least) one NLO per member state.
Anyone with interest and expertise on NIS can act as NLO. Typically an NLO:
- Works in the field of NIS, either in the public sector (ministry), or the IT/Telecom sector.
- Is well-connected in the field of NIS and has a large network of relevant contacts in the field.
In coordination with the MB representative it may be decided to apoint multiple NLOs for one country – particularly when the country is large or when there are multiple distinct communities (private, public, e.g.).
Good practices
- Community building:
- NLOs maintain and grow a contact list or mailing list of relevant experts in NIS.
- Besides a mailinglist social media networks (Linkedin, Twitter could also be used)
- Dissemination/information:
- ENISA keeps NLOs informed about activities, news, et cetera.
- Periodically (every 2-3 months) NLOs send an update about ENISA’s activities to the local community.
- Surveys:
- For specific projects ENISA may run surveys to NLOs.
- NLOs forward the survey to the local community.
- Calls for participation:
- For specific projects may want to involve experts and send a call for participation in expert groups.
- NLOs forward these calls to the local community.
- Feedback from local communities:
- NLOs collect feedback from the local community on ENISA work program
- NLOs collect ideas about ongoing NIS issues (playing out nationally)
- Periodically ENISA collects this feedback and sends it to the PSG and MB for consideration.