ISC2 Code Taskforce Member
Drawing from the insights and experiences of our community, the ISC2 Code Taskforce is a volunteer advisory group that supports the continued integration and evolution of the newly adopted ISC2 Code of Professional Conduct (the “Code”). Volunteers bring diverse cybersecurity expertise and real-world perspectives to help ensure the Code remains relevant, practical, globally applicable, and aligned with emerging technologies and professional expectations.Purpose
The ISC2 Code Taskforce (“Code Taskforce”) offers strategic and practical guidance to help implement the Code effectively. Code Taskforce members serve as key partners to ISC2’s ethics and compliance leadership by providing insights, validation, and member-focused perspectives. The Taskforce ensures that the Code:
- Reflects cybersecurity practices across regions and roles.
- Is put into practice through effective education, awareness, and integration.
- Evolves responsibly alongside emerging technologies.
- Supports fair, consistent, and credible enforcement and advisory processes.
Responsibilities
Volunteers serving on the Code Taskforce may contribute to some or all of the following areas, depending on availability and interest:
- Awareness and Outreach
- Support awareness efforts (e.g., speaking opportunities, communications, and other engagement activities).
- Training and Education
- Support creation of member-facing training and scenarios.
- Help identify topics where professionals may need additional clarification or guidance.
- Integration and Adoption
- Provide insight and explore ways to integrate the Code into member programs and professional practice.
- Enforcement and Advisory
- Contribute to early development and testing of enforcement principles, advisory concepts and protocols.
- Offer practitioner perspective on fair and practical approaches.
- Ethical Frameworks for Emerging Technologies
- Participate as subject matter expert in the development of ethical frameworks in areas of emerging technologies.
- Ongoing Feedback and Member Perspective
- Serve as a sounding board throughout the year.
- Surface regional, role-specific or sector-specific insights.
- Highlight risks, opportunities, or gaps in the program.
ISC2 Membership Requirement
Yes
Skills Required
- Must hold an ISC2 certification and be a member in good standing.
- Proven expertise and experience in the cybersecurity profession.
- Desire to engage and provide feedback on experiences, best practices and solutions for challenges relating to professional conduct, ethical and other non-technical areas within the cybersecurity profession.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English, as well as attention to detail.
- Passion for advancing the global cybersecurity profession through learning and development.
- Commitment to upholding ethical and editorial standards.
- Code Taskforce membership is a yearlong commitment.
Training
Some training may be recommended.
Time Requirement
Code Taskforce membership is a yearlong commitment, with appointments lasting a calendar year. Participation is flexible, allowing members to change their involvement levels as needed. Because this project is highly visible, appointments may be adjusted or reassigned by ISC2 if Code Taskforce members are unable to meet the expectations. In certain situations, the role might be reassigned to ensure ongoing progress.
To promote meaningful collaboration and efficient use of time and resources, Code Taskforce members are expected to:
- Attend, come prepared, and actively participate in scheduled virtual meetings, which will vary in frequency based on focus areas and engagement levels.
- Engage in ad-hoc feedback cycles or short working sessions as necessary.
- Contribute thoughtfully and respectfully, representing the broader membership and profession rather than personal interests.
- Maintain confidentiality regarding the Code Taskforce's work products or sensitive discussions.
- Exhibit integrity and professionalism in line with the ISC2 Volunteer Code of Conduct.
- Support practical, globally relevant initiatives that reflect diverse cybersecurity contexts.
- Communicate promptly and share availability preferences to help ISC2 align work with individual capacity.
- Review materials beforehand to ensure productive discussions.
Travel Requirement
No travel is required.
Start/End Date
January – December 2026
CPE Credit(s)
CPEs will be issued quarterly based on attendance and work completed, in accordance with the ISC2 Certification Maintenance Policy and Handbook.
CPE Submission Process
ISC2 will submit CPE credits earned on behalf of the volunteer.
Benefits
- Contribute to the advancement and professionalization of the global cybersecurity profession.
- Network and meet others from within the ISC2 community.
- Earn CPE credits.
- Add volunteer experience to your resume/CV.
- Able to volunteer from home.
Reference Materials
Provided as needed.
Contact
CodeofConductTaskforce@isc2.org