European Network and Information Security Agency

Network and Information Security Agency Seat Heraklion, Greece Signed Established 1 September 2005 Director Andrea Pirotti [1] Website enisa.europa.eu

The European Network and Information Security Agency (ENISA) is an agency of the European Union. ENISA was created in 2004 by EU Regulation No 460/2004 and is fully operational since September 1st, 2005. It has its seat in Heraklion, Crete (Greece).

Objective

The objective of ENISA is to improve network and information security in the European Union. The agency has to contribute to the development of a culture of network and information security for the benefit of the citizens, consumers, enterprises and public sector organisations of the European Union, and consequently will contribute to the smooth functioning of the EU Internal Market.

ENISA assists the Commission, the Member States and, consequently, the business community in meeting the requirements of network and information security, including present and future EU legislation. ENISA ultimately strives to serve as a centre of expertise for both Member States and EU Institutions to seek advice on matters related to network and information security.

Organisation

ENISA is managed by the Executive Director, (since 16 October 2009, Dr Udo Helmbrecht), and supported by a staff of approximately 50 people. It is overseen by the Management Board, which is composed of representatives from the EU Member States, the EU Commission and other stakeholders. The Permanent Stakeholders Group was established by and gives advice to the Executive Director. It is composed of experts representing stakeholders such as the information and communication technologies industry, consumer groups and academic experts.

See also

• Trans European Services for Telematics between Administrations (TESTA)
• EUDRANET

External links

• European Network and Information Security Agency

References

• How the European Union works