Security Leadership
NIS2 for UK Businesses: What You Need to Know
NIS2 extends the scope of network and information security obligations. UK businesses with EU operations or supply chain dependencies need to act now.
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The challenges we most commonly see when organisations come to us:
- Your legal team has flagged NIS2.
- You don’t know if it applies to you, what it requires, or how to respond.
Our Methodology
The NIS2 Applicability Framework: sectors in scope, obligations by size, and the 6-step compliance roadmap.
What Starkhorn Brings
Daniel Jacobs: 20+ years in technology and security, 15+ of them in leadership roles. VetPartners (BC Partners, GBP1.2bn), Jardine Motors Group (GBP2bn). Published author. PRINCE2, ITIL, IIM Full Member. Link to NIS2 compliance assessment tool.
Starkhorn does not subcontract or use associate networks. You work directly with Daniel Jacobs from the first conversation through to delivery.
Who This Is For
This service is designed for:
- and compliance teams at businesses with EU operations
This is not the right fit for: Businesses with no EU exposure.
Frequently Asked Questions
How quickly can Starkhorn begin?
In most cases we can begin within five to ten working days. For urgent situations such as a sudden leadership gap or an active incident, we can mobilise faster. Contact us to discuss your timeline.
What does a typical Starkhorn engagement cost?
Engagements are structured as monthly retainers or fixed-term day-rate assignments. The cost depends on scope and time commitment. We are transparent about pricing from the first conversation and will give you a clear indication on the call.
What experience does Starkhorn bring?
Starkhorn is led by Daniel Jacobs, with 20+ years in technology and security, 15+ of them in leadership roles. He has served as CIO, CISO, and interim technology director for organisations including VetPartners (BC Partners-backed, GBP1.2bn) and Jardine Motors Group (GBP2bn turnover). He holds PRINCE2, ITIL Foundation, and is a Full Member of the Institute of Interim Management.
Do I need a full-time CISO or will a virtual CISO suffice?
For most SMEs and PE-backed businesses, a virtual or fractional CISO provides everything a full-time hire would at a fraction of the cost. Unless your sector requires a dedicated CISO under regulation, a virtual arrangement is almost always the smarter choice.
What is the first step to working with Starkhorn?
Book a no-obligation conversation using the link on this page. In 30 minutes we will understand your situation, tell you honestly whether we are the right fit, and outline what a first engagement would look like. There is no sales process and no pressure.
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Starkhorn works with MDs, CEOs, and boards of growing businesses. If you have a technology leadership gap, a security concern, or a transformation that is not delivering, we can help. Book a 30-minute conversation with no obligation.
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