ISC2 Chapter Policies
ISC2 Chapter Affiliation Agreement
ISC2 __________________________ CHAPTER CHARTER
This Chapter Affiliation Agreement, as supplemented by the policies incorporated herein by reference as set forth in Section 5 below (the “Charter”) is made by and between International Information System Security Certification Consortium, Inc., a Massachusetts nonprofit corporation (“ISC2”), and the ISC2 __________________ Chapter (the “Chapter”), a __________________________________ (indicate location of registration – state or country); __________________________________ (indicate type of entity – corporation, LLC, unorganized group, etc.), and shall become effective as of the date of last signature below.
WHEREAS, the Chapter has properly petitioned ISC2 to affiliate itself with ISC2 and ISC2 has approved such affiliation and wishes to grant to the Chapter this Charter pursuant to which ISC2 and the Chapter shall become affiliated as set forth herein;
WHEREAS, the purpose of this Charter is to document the relationship between ISC2 and the Chapter;
WHEREAS, ISC2 and the Chapter wish to set forth their mutual understandings and agreements pertaining to the grant of the Charter and the mutual rights and responsibilities created thereby.
NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the foregoing and of other mutual promises and agreements hereinafter set forth, the receipt and sufficiency of such consideration being hereby acknowledged, ISC2 and the Chapter agree as follows:
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ISC2 shall not be, and the Chapter shall not name ISC2 as, a member, shareholder, partner, director, or trustee of such entity under any circumstance. A copy of such formation documents, including any amendments or restatements, must be submitted to ISC2 prior to approval. ISC2 will review these solely to confirm compliance with the requirements of this Agreement and to verify the Chapter’s independent legal status.
The Chapter acknowledges that it has received copies of the above policies and guidelines in effect on the date hereof.
The Chapter’s use of any ISC2-provided systems, platforms, or tools shall be solely for authorized chapter purposes, in accordance with any applicable terms of use, and in a manner that does not compromise the security, availability, or integrity of such systems. ISC2 may suspend or revoke access in the event of misuse or security concerns.
Jane Doe, President
ISC2 __________ Chapter
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IN WITNESS WHEREOF, each of the undersigned has caused this Chapter Affiliation Agreement to be executed by its authorized representative as a sealed instrument as of the date first above written.
International Information System Security Certification Consortium, Inc. [ISC2] ____________________________________
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ISC2 _______________________ Chapter
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EXHBIT A TO ISC2 CHAPTER AFFILIATION AGREEMENT
ISC2 Chapter Governance Requirements
ISC2 is an international organization and, as such, has members located around the world. Taking into account local customs and legal requirements, each authorized Chapter of ISC2 must have and maintain Bylaws or some other form of governance protocols and rules as are appropriate to entity form of the Chapter, in compliance with applicable law in the country or state where the Chapter is formed and operates.
Each Chapter must have Bylaws that comply with the terms set forth below unless otherwise required by applicable law, rule or regulation. Any material deviation from these requirements must be approved in advance by ISC2.
Minimum Requirements of Bylaws:
Bylaws shall include provisions covering the following:
A model form of Bylaws is provided as a courtesy to Chapters to give some guidance in preparing their own Bylaws. Any such governing documentation must be in compliance with all laws applicable to the jurisdiction where the Chapter is established.
Any amendment, alteration, or repeal to the Chapter Bylaws or governance document should be noticed to ISC2 within 30 calendar days of implementation. Provide notice of what was changed and a revised copy of the Bylaws.
2025 ISC2 Volunteer Agreement
____________________________ (“Volunteer”) will have the opportunity to be part of the ISC2 Volunteer Program. International Information System Security Certification Consortium, Inc. (“ISC2”) and Volunteer agree that as part of the Volunteer Program, the following terms of the agreement shall apply:
I have read, fully understand, and agree to the terms and conditions set forth above.
I also agree to the terms and conditions as outlined in the ISC2 Volunteer Code of Conduct <attached>.
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ISC2 Volunteer Code of Conduct
Mission
Always Exhibit gracious professionalism. Gracious professionalism is a way of doing things that encourages high-quality work, emphasizes the value of others, and respects individuals and the community.
Respect
Personal responsibility
Safety
Collaboration
Unacceptable Behavior
Consequences
If you are the subject of unacceptable behavior or have witnessed any such behavior, please immediately notify an ISC2 staff member or ISC2 volunteer in a leadership position. Notification should be done by contacting the Volunteer Manager. You can also submit any concerns post-event by emailing volunteer@isc2.org.
ISC2 Volunteer Conflict of Interest Policy
This policy covers all individuals in significant decision-making capacities, including volunteers, committee members, task forces, working groups and others. The purpose is to assure that potential conflicts are adequately disclosed and that individuals are aware of when they should raise the question about the appropriateness of their participation in a particular activity or decision. It is envisioned that a volunteer beginning tenure in a position will complete the form and would therefore be asked to review it and update if necessary.
This policy is intended to assist individuals who are serving ISC2 in any of a wide variety of capacities. Recognition and proper disclosure of situations that might generate a conflict of interest during one’s work, or perhaps simply create the appearance of such conflict, is a critical step in the avoidance of potential questions of propriety.
No individual should use an ISC2 position or the knowledge property gained in such a position in a way that gives rise to questions about a conflict between the interests of ISC2 and the individual’s personal interests. Each individual serving ISC2 has an ethical duty, and in many cases a strict legal duty, to place the interest of ISC2 foremost in any activity in which ISC2 is involved or which is, even remotely, related to ISC2. An individual who has a significant personal interest in an activity or transaction or holds any position compensated or uncompensated with an organization competing with or related to the activity or transaction must make full disclosure of such interest before any discussion or negotiation related to it begins so the outlined process can be followed.
To implement this policy, ISC2 requests that all individuals who determine ISC2 policy and makes substantive decision related to the operation of ISC2 programs read the policy and process and submit a disclosure form. These forms will be reviewed by the Chief Executive Officer, Chief Operating Officer, General Counsel, and Senior Director, Membership.
ISC2 Conflict of Interest Process
Conflict of Interest Policy Statement and Disclosure
I understand that ISC2 is a tax-exempt organization and that in order to maintain the federal tax exemption, ISC2 must engage primarily in activities that accomplish one or more of its tax-exempt purposes.
Except as described below to the best of my knowledge and belief; neither I nor the person or organization with whom I have or have had a close personal or business or professional service relationship:
Exceptions:
I have read and understand the ISC2 conflict of interest policy and process and agree to comply with it.
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