Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
Our diversity principles are part of our overall Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) strategy and framework. These principles help guide us in fostering and promoting a diverse and inclusive culture.
As an early-stage cyber startup, we have laid out the principles that will scale with us as we grow and develop:
Equal Opportunity
We are committed to providing equal opportunities to all individuals, regardless of their background, neurodiversity, gender, race, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, disability, or age.
Inclusive Environment
We strive to create an inclusive and welcoming workplace where all team members feel valued, respected, and empowered to contribute their unique perspectives.
Diverse Recruitment
We actively seek to diversify our talent pool by casting a wide net during recruitment, reaching out to underrepresented groups, and partnering with organizations that support diversity in technology, engineering, and cyber.
Work Experience and Internships
Our work experience and internship programs are open to a diverse range of candidates, including those from underrepresented backgrounds, providing them with the opportunity to gain valuable skills and experience in the cybersecurity field.
Mentorship and Support
We offer mentorship and support to individuals from underrepresented groups, helping them develop their careers in cybersecurity and providing guidance on professional growth.
Unbiased Evaluation
We evaluate candidates and employees based on their skills, qualifications, and potential, without bias or discrimination.
Training and Awareness
We invest in diversity training and awareness programs for our team members to foster understanding and inclusivity.
Diversity Metrics
We regularly assess and track our diversity metrics to measure progress and identify areas for improvement.
Safe Reporting
We have a safe and confidential reporting mechanism for any incidents of discrimination or bias, and we take immediate action to address such issues.
Community Engagement
We actively engage with the local community, educational institutions, and organizations that promote diversity in the tech industry to support our mission.
Continuous Improvement
We are committed to continuously improving our diversity and inclusion efforts, seeking feedback from our team members and stakeholders.
Transparency
We are transparent about our diversity initiatives, progress, and goals, sharing this information with our team and the public.
Status Measured Against Our Diversity Principles
We have already:
- delivered talks and outreach to community projects and initiatives in the Birmingham area as well as to colleges in the West Midlands
- run a work experience cohort that delivered positive results
- started a pilot internship program which is currently running and due to be delivered at the end of the year
We will continue to support our employees and the community in which we live.
