How to approach ENS compliance in an agile, practical and business-oriented way
More and more public bodies and technology companies working with the Administration must comply with the Spanish National Security Framework (ENS). However, many organisations perceive compliance as a complex, bureaucratic or overly technical process.
The reality is different: with the right methodology, ENS compliance improves security, strengthens internal processes and accelerates digital maturity.
What does ENS actually require?
• Organisational, operational and protection measures aligned with the system’s category.
• Compliance evidence and periodic reviews.
• A risk-based approach.
• Traceability and control throughout the lifecycle of software and ICT services.
The most common challenges
• Lack of specialised resources.
• Uncertainty about which measures apply to each category.
• Overdocumentation or incomplete documentation.
• Manual processes that are difficult to maintain.
How we solve it at SQS
• Diagnostic and GAP analysis focused on real impact and priorities.
• Agile implementation of technical and procedural controls.
• Audit-ready evidence, without unnecessary bureaucracy.
• Training and support to ensure ENS is sustainable.
• Periodic validation to ensure continuous compliance.
Benefits for the organisation
• Guaranteed readiness for audits.
• Reduced risk of incidents and breaches.
• Stronger and more repeatable processes.
• Lower dependence on key individuals.
