All informations systems 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 require 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 us not intended to be a substitute for the ethical judgment of the professional.
Code of Ethics Preamble:
Safety of the commonwealth, duty to our principles, and to each other requires that we adhere, and be seen to adhere, to the highest ethical standards of behavior.
Therefore, strict adherence to this Code is a condition of certification.
Code of Ethics Canons:
Protect society, the commonwealth, and the infrastructure.
Act honorable, honestly, justly, responsibly, and legally.
Provide diligent and competent service to principles.
Advance and protect the profession.
Additional guidance is available for our members here. While this guidance may be considered by the board of directors in judging behavior, it is advisory rather than mandatory, It is intended to help professionals identify and resolve the inevitable ethical dilemma that they will confront during the course of their information security career.
