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The UK Cyber Security Council Ethical Declaration

The UK Cyber Security Council’s Ethical Declaration for participating organisations (Member Organisations) is at the heart of the Council’s operations and terms of reference.

Our Ethical Declaration is a set of values and principles, which influence judgement and guides Member Organisations to conduct business honestly and with integrity. It details ethical standards and provides guidance on behaviour and decision-making in difficult situations, particularly where there are conflicting pressures or considerations which need to be reconciled. 

The focus areas of the Ethical Declaration are:

Credibility | Integrity | Professionalism 

Credibility 

  • We will maintain the highest standards of objectivity in our service delivery
  • We will present the highest standards of advice and conduct
  • We will always act with accountability

Integrity 

  • We will be honest and act with integrity in the conduct of our activities and services
  • We will always act in compliance with legislation and regulations

Professionalism 

  • We will uphold and improve the professionalism and reputation of the cyber security sector
  • We will promote and advance understanding and awareness of cyber security and its benefits
  • We will always operate from an evidence-based position
  • We will rebut any false or misleading statement concerning the industry or profession
  • We will give back to the profession through relevant bodies and organisations

RESOURCES

  • Download as a pdf document

And for individual practitioners?

The Council has published its Guiding Principles for Individuals

Find out more

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Ethical Principles for individuals

The Council’s Ethical Principles of Individuals are also provided, to support individuals in conducting themselves in an ethical manner and to help them balance often conflicting interests and demands.

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