Building Cyber Resilience in Poland through Human Risk Management
As Poland moves closer to implementing new cybersecurity regulations under the National Cybersecurity System reform (NPOIK), organizations are realizing that true resilience goes beyond technology. Firewalls and encryption may protect systems — but it is people who protect trust.
Today, forward-thinking companies are shifting their focus toward Human Risk Management, aligning with ISO 27001 standards and strengthening internal screening processes. Together, these steps help ensure that compliance and security reinforce each other rather than compete for attention.
The Human Side of Cybersecurity
Even the most advanced systems can fail if people behind them are not properly vetted, trained, or aware of their responsibilities. Insider risks, errors, and even negligence are now recognized as some of the most common sources of incidents — often with greater impact than external attacks.
Key human risk factors include:
- Inadequate background verification and onboarding procedures
- Lack of awareness or regular security training
- Conflicts of interest or insufficient compliance oversight
- Unchecked third-party or supplier access to systems
These are not purely HR issues — they are business-critical risks that can disrupt operations and reputation if left unmanaged.
Regulation Is Catching Up – NPOIK and NIS2
Poland’s efforts to modernize its cybersecurity framework through NPOIK are closely aligned with the EU NIS2 Directive. This evolving legislation is expected to require critical entities to identify and mitigate human-related risks as part of their security strategies.
While final timelines are still being finalized, the direction is clear: compliance will no longer be optional, and documentation of risk management processes will be key. Proactive organizations are already preparing by implementing personnel verification, supplier due diligence, and structured compliance workflows.
How Companies Can Prepare
To stay ahead of upcoming requirements and build long-term resilience, organizations can:
Establish structured Human Risk Management programs
Align internal procedures with ISO 27001 information security principles
Apply consistent and compliant screening standards across departments
Assess supplier integrity and third-party access policies
Partner with trusted verification providers to ensure GDPR-aligned data protection
Solutions like Validato support organizations in integrating Background Checks and Human Risk Management into ISO 27001-aligned frameworks — helping teams simplify compliance while strengthening trust, integrity, and data security.
A Culture of Verified Trust
Building cyber resilience in Poland means understanding that compliance and security start with people — not software. Organizations that combine screening, ISO 27001 practices, and Human Risk Management are not just preparing for NPOIK — they are setting a new standard for trust and operational integrity.
At Validato, we believe that resilience starts with verified people. Every secure system depends on trusted decisions — and every trusted decision begins with verification.