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The Cyber Scheme contributes insight, analysis and commentary on technical cyber security competence, professional standards, workforce capability and professional recognition.
We work with employers, industry bodies, researchers, educators, journalists, event organisers and partners who are interested in the future of the cyber security profession.
Whether you are seeking expert commentary, sector insight, speaker contributions, industry collaboration or background information about our work, this page brings together the resources most commonly requested by media, stakeholders and partners.
A trusted voice on cyber security competence
Cyber security is often discussed in terms of technology, threats and regulation. Less attention is given to the people, skills and professional standards needed to build a capable and trusted workforce.
The Cyber Scheme exists to help make competence visible, measurable and recognised. Through assessment, professional registration, accreditation and workforce development, we contribute practical insight into what good looks like across technical cyber security careers.
We regularly contribute perspectives on:
- Cyber workforce development
- Skills and capability gaps
- Professional standards and competence
- Assessment and validation of technical skills
- Professional registration and career progression
- Employer assurance and recruitment challenges
- Early careers and entry routes into cyber security
- Accreditation and trust signals
- Technical cyber security specialisms
- Industry professionalisation.
Based on this expertise, The Cyber Scheme can provide informed commentary on issues affecting the cyber security profession and wider workforce.
work with us
We welcome opportunities to collaborate with organisations that share our commitment to raising standards and strengthening capability across the cyber security profession.
Media and journalism
Requests for expert commentary, background briefings, industry insight and subject matter expertise.
Conferences and events
Keynotes, panels, roundtable discussions, webinars, podcasts and industry events.
Research and reports
Industry surveys, workforce studies, benchmarking projects and collaborative publications.
Partner content
Joint articles, guest commentary, case studies, interviews and thought leadership initiatives.
Education and careers
Collaboration with universities, colleges, skills bodies, careers organisations and training providers.
Areas of expertise
Professionalisation of cyber security
How competence can be assessed, recognised and maintained throughout a professional career.
Workforce capability
Understanding skills gaps, career pathways, professional development and workforce planning.
Assessment and competence
The role of practical assessment in demonstrating capability and supporting career progression.
Employer assurance
Helping organisations understand competence signals, professional standards and trusted indicators of capability.
Early careers
Supporting individuals entering technical cyber security roles and helping employers develop future talent.
Standards and recognition
The relationship between professional standards, professional registration, accreditation and trust.
Insights and commentary
The Cyber Scheme is an established contributor to sector understanding.
Contributions can include:
- Commentary articles
- Industry analysis
- Opinion pieces
- Research summaries
- Webinar recordings
- Expert interviews
- Featured Resource Centre content
- Partner-led articles or joint statements.
Speaking and industry engagement
The Cyber Scheme actively supports discussions that strengthen technical capability, professional standards and workforce confidence across the cyber security sector.
We are interested in opportunities including:
- Conference speaking
- Panel discussions
- Roundtable participation
- Podcast interviews
- Webinar contributions
- Industry working groups
- Professional development initiatives.
If you are organising an event or programme and would like to discuss a contribution, please contact us with details of the audience, topic, format, date and the type of contribution you are looking for.
Media and partnership enquiries
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