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Key Challenges in Implementing EASA Part-IS Compliance in Aviation Maintenance

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February 20, 2025

Steven Bentley

Sofema Online (SOL) considers key challenges related to EASA Part-IS Compliance in Aviation Maintenance Introduction – EASA’s Part-IS compliance is essential to protect aviation maintenance operations from cybersecurity threats. However, organizations must strike a balance between security measures and operational efficiency. By adopting a risk-based approach, improving cyber awareness training, leveraging secure digital solutions, and…

Navigating EASA’s Information Security & Cyber Regulations – Managing Dependency on a Single Provider (Example – Microsoft Ecosystem)

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February 20, 2025

Steven Bentley

Sofema Aviation Services (SAS) considers key aspects related to single point and single service provider Introduction As organizations increasingly adopt Microsoft’s ecosystem—relying on solutions like Microsoft 365, Azure, and Defender for Endpoint, there’s a growing concern about the risks associated with depending too heavily on a single provider. From a regulatory standpoint, EASA’s Information Security…

Meeting EASA Information & Cyber Security Compliance Without Adding Manpower

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February 19, 2025

Steven Bentley

Sofema Online (SOL) takes a deep dive into meeting EASA Information Security & implementation challenges without the need for additional manpower. Introduction IT and cybersecurity are so specific that companies often have to hire new people or even hire outside people to set up, manage and test/audit. Concerns regarding the reliance on external cybersecurity consultants…

EASA Part 145 and Cyber Security Auditing Requirements

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February 18, 2025

Steven Bentley

Sofema Aviation Services (SAS) Considers the Elements to be considered related to Information & Cyber Security Auditing within an EASA Part 145 Organisation As cybersecurity becomes a regulatory focus, EASA Part 145 audits will incorporate cyber resilience checks within maintenance organizations. National Aviation Authorities (NAAs) and internal compliance managers will be responsible for assessing the security of maintenance data, IT systems,…