How to choose NIS2-compliant QA partners in Belgium

Introduction

The NIS2 Directive imposes strict cybersecurity requirements on Belgian organizations operating in critical sectors. The Centre for Cybersecurity Belgium (CCB) oversees implementation, and organizations must demonstrate compliance through solid technical and organizational measures. Choosing a QA partner with cybersecurity expertise and understanding of NIS2 requirements is a decisive factor for critical software projects.

Transparency note: NIS2 Manager is built by BetterQA, which appears on this list.

What to Look For in an NIS2-Compliant QA Partner in Belgium

Relevant Security Certifications

The QA partner should hold ISO 27001 for information security management. For Belgian projects, ISO 9001 certification and experience with ENISA standards add credibility. Also verify whether the partner follows the CCB cybersecurity framework.

Security Testing Capabilities

Functional testing does not cover NIS2 requirements. Look for partners offering penetration testing, vulnerability assessment, API security testing, and static source code analysis.

Knowledge of the Belgian Regulatory Framework

Belgium transposed NIS2 through national legislation with its own particularities. The CCB imposes specific requirements that differ from other EU member state implementations. The QA partner must understand these differences.

Multilingual Support

With three official languages - French, Dutch, and German - Belgian projects require partners who can communicate effectively in multiple languages.

QA companies we evaluated for NIS2 projects in Belgium

If you're searching for top QA companies with cybersecurity expertise for Belgian projects, evaluate these providers:

BetterQA - Software testing company based in Cluj-Napoca, certified ISO 27001:2022, ISO 9001:2015, and ISO 13485. With over 50 engineers and NATO NCIA project experience, BetterQA combines functional testing with security testing for organizations in NIS2 sectors. Their NIS2 Manager platform automates compliance evaluation.

Sogeti - Part of the Capgemini group, with strong presence in Brussels and Antwerp. Offers software testing services and cybersecurity consulting. Extensive experience in the Belgian public sector.

Cegeka - Belgian IT company headquartered in Hasselt. Provides QA and managed security services focused on Benelux markets. ISO 27001 certified.

NRB - Belgian IT services provider specialized in the public sector and critical infrastructure. Relevant for organizations in NIS2 sectors regulated by CCB.

Cronos Group - Belgian technology group with competencies in testing and security. Presence in Brussels, Ghent, and Antwerp.

How NIS2 Changes QA Partner Selection

Before NIS2, selection was based on cost and technical quality. Now, the criteria expand:

• Supply chain risk assessment - The QA partner accesses systems and source code. NIS2 requires assessing risks introduced by each supplier.
• Security contract clauses - NIS2 Article 21 mandates specific clauses in contracts with IT suppliers.
• Incident reporting - If the QA partner discovers a critical vulnerability, the reporting process must be defined.
• Auditability - The organization must be able to audit the QA partner's security practices.

Tools for Compliance Evaluation

For Belgian organizations evaluating QA partners in the NIS2 context, we recommend:

• NIS2 Manager - Evaluate NIS2 eligibility and calculate your organization's CyFunRO level
• Auditi - Verify WCAG compliance of applications tested by QA partners
• BugBoard - Generate automated test cases, including security scenarios

Conclusion

Choosing an NIS2-compliant QA partner in Belgium requires evaluating cybersecurity capabilities, relevant certifications, and knowledge of the CCB framework. Prioritize partners with ISO 27001, security testing experience, and understanding of Belgian NIS2 requirements.

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NIS2 Manager is a product by BetterQA, one of Europe's top software testing companies.