ISC2 Code of Ethics

CISSP 114901 the ICS2 Code of Ethics

Since July 2007 I have been a Certified Information Systems Security Professional and as such have to support the "Code" Canon One is why I do what I do! all information security professionals who are certified by (ISC)² recognize that such certification is a privilege that must be both earned and maintained. 

In support of this principle, all (ISC)² members are required to commit to fully support this Code of Ethics (the "Code"). (ISC)² members who intentionally or knowingly violate any provision of the Code will be subject to action by a peer review panel, which may result in the revocation of certification. (ISC)² members are obligated to follow the ethics complaint procedure upon observing any action by an (ISC)² member that breach the Code. 

Failure to do so may be considered a breach of the Code pursuant to Canon IV.

There are only four mandatory canons in the Code. By necessity, such high-level guidance is not intended to be a substitute for the ethical judgment of the professional.

Code of Ethics Preamble:

• The safety and welfare of society and the common good, duty to our principles, and to each other, requires that we adhere, and be seen to adhere, to the highest ethical standards of behaviour.
• Therefore, strict adherence to this Code is a condition of certification.

Code of Ethics Canons:

• Protect society, the common good, necessary public trust and confidence, and the infrastructure.
• Act honourably, honestly, justly, responsibly, and legally.
• Provide diligent and competent service to principles.
• Advance and protect the profession.