VLAIO Cybersecurity Improvement Programmes.
Make your organisation cyber-resilient and NIS2-ready with up to 50% VLAIO funding
- Improve cybersecurity
- Get up to 50% discount
- NIS2-compliant
Improve your cybersecurity? It can be affordable!
Cyberattacks are becoming more targeted, regulations stricter and the consequences more severe. Yet for many organisations, cybersecurity remains a difficult investment.
Thanks to the VLAIO Cybersecurity Improvement Programme, you can build a sustainable and affordable cybersecurity policy today, with up to 50% funding.
In partnership with Cingulum, we support organisations in Flanders with their cybersecurity, compliance & governance.
What is a VLAIO Cybersecurity Improvement Programme?
The VLAIO Cybersecurity Improvement Programme is a subsidised programme from the Flemish government for:
- SMEs
- Sheltered employment companies
- Larger organisations that fall under the NIS2 Directive
The goal?
Helping organisations tackle cyber risks in a structural way, with both technical and organisational measures, without making it financially unfeasible.
How much funding can you get?
- Up to 50% funding for SMEs and sheltered employment companies
- 35% funding for NIS2-obligated organisations that are not SMEs
Cingulum & CRANIUM are officially recognised by VLAIO for this and together we handle the funding application.
Who is this programme suitable for?
You may be eligible if your organisation:
- operates in the private sector
- is a Flemish SME or sheltered employment company
or - is a larger organisation in scope of the NIS2 Directive that has not yet taken concrete steps towards a mature cybersecurity policy
- has its registered office in Flanders
- has a legal structure, primary activity and financial profile that meet the eligibility criteria
Not sure if you qualify? CRANIUM and Cingulum together offer a quick eligibility check, so you’ll know right away.
Why CRANIUM + Cingulum?
One programme, two complementary areas of expertise
- Recognised by VLAIO
- Specialised in cybersecurity governance and ISMS setup
- Technical analyses, risk assessments, and roadmaps
CRANIUM
- Recognised by VLAIO
- Specialist in digital compliance & governance
- Strong in legal requirements, NIS2, ISO 27001, policies and controls
- Supports organisations with compliance interpretation and implementation
In the Medium and Plus packages, you can explicitly opt for a review of legal and regulatory requirements, carried out by CRANIUM.
How does a VLAIO cybersecurity programme work in practice?
01 - Intake & eligibility check
We analyse:
- whether you’re eligible for VLAIO funding
- your current cybersecurity maturity
- your compliance and governance needs
Together, we determine the right package, tailored to your organisation.
02 - Funding application with VLAIO
03 - Tailored cybersecurity improvement programme
04 - Extension or additional support
What are the available packages?
START package
10 days**-
Internal and external vulnerability scan
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Baseline analysis of your current security posture
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Risk assessment and prioritised roadmap
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Follow-up dashboard with priorities
MEDIUM package
24 days**-
Everything from START
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14 days of next steps
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Tailored to your organisation
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Chosen from our offering
PLUS package
34 days**-
Everything from START
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24 days of next steps
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Tailored to your organisation
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Chosen from our offering
*Offer subject to VLAIO conditions. Amounts exclude VAT. **Extensions up to 50 days possible with additional packages, up to a maximum of €60,000 (excl. VAT).
Does this programme help me comply with NIS2?
Yes, if you opt for a full programme, we take care of compliance. The VLAIO Cybersecurity Improvement Programme is not automatic NIS2 certification, but it provides a strong and recognised foundation to:
- map your risks
- set up governance and policies
- define technical and organisational measures
- make your organisation NIS2-ready
- organise or have your internal audit carried out
Cingulum & CRANIUM translate NIS2 obligations into concrete actions within the programme.
Frequently Asked Questions.
Is the VLAIO Cybersecurity Improvement Programme only for IT teams?
No. Cybersecurity isn’t purely a technical matter.
The programme is aimed at IT, management, compliance, governance, and operational teams alike. NIS2 explicitly requires management involvement.
That’s why this programme combines technical analyses (via Cingulum) with organisational and legal guidance (via CRANIUM).
Does my organisation need to already have a cybersecurity policy to get started?
What if we've already started audits, scans or ISO initiatives?
What happens after the programme ends?
Is this programme suitable for sectors with increased regulation?
What if my funding application isn't approved?
Can I also include legal support?
Does this programme make me fully NIS2 compliant?
Ready to tackle your cybersecurity?
Want to know if you’re eligible for VLAIO funding, which package best fits your organisation or how CRANIUM can help you with NIS2 and compliance?
Get in touch, no obligation.
Together with Cingulum, we ensure a feasible, affordable and future-proof cybersecurity programme.
