Nine23 has been appointed as one of 14 new organisations joining Cohort 2 of the UK Government’s Software Security Ambassadors Scheme, supporting efforts to strengthen software security and resilience across UK supply chains.
Nine23 is pleased to announce its selection as one of 14 new organisations joining the UK Government’s Software Security Ambassadors Scheme, an initiative bringing together industry and Government to champion secure software development and encourage wider adoption of software security best practice.
Led by the Department for Science, Innovation and Technology (DSIT), in collaboration with the National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC), the scheme forms part of a wider Government effort to strengthen the security of the software underpinning Britain’s economy.
The second cohort brings together organisations from across the technology, cyber security, financial services and defence sectors, including Fortinet, Thales, Capgemini, QinetiQ, SANS Institute and Zscaler, alongside Nine23 and other industry participants.
Championing the Software Security Code of Practice
At the centre of the initiative is the Software Security Code of Practice, which establishes 14 voluntary principles setting out expectations for software security and resilience throughout the software lifecycle.
The principles cover four key areas:
- Secure Design and Development
- Build Environment Security
- Secure Deployment and Maintenance
- Communication with Customers
The Code is designed to help software vendors address common cyber security threats while providing buyers and organisations across the software supply chain with a clearer understanding of software security expectations.
Through the ambassador scheme, participating organisations will actively promote the Code and encourage its adoption across their own organisations, networks and supply chains.
Nine23’s ambassador commitment
As part of the year-long programme, Nine23 will contribute to raising awareness of the Code, sharing practical experience and supporting wider adoption of secure software development practices.
The commitments associated with the scheme include promoting the Code through communications and industry engagement, sharing real-world experiences and lessons learned, and providing feedback to Government on the potential development of a future software security certification scheme.
For Nine23, the appointment provides an opportunity to contribute its experience of delivering secure digital services and supporting organisations operating in complex and security-sensitive environments.
Software security is fundamental to protecting information, maintaining trust and supporting operational resilience. As organisations become increasingly dependent on interconnected software and digital supply chains, establishing clear expectations and encouraging consistent security practices across the ecosystem becomes ever more important.
Supporting a more secure UK software ecosystem
The Software Security Ambassadors Scheme aims to accelerate adoption of the Code by bringing together influential organisations to demonstrate how its principles can be implemented in practice.
By sharing experience, promoting good practice and encouraging engagement across supply chains, ambassadors will help support a more consistent approach to software security throughout the UK economy.
Nine23 welcomes the opportunity to work alongside DSIT, the NCSC and fellow ambassadors over the next 12 months, contributing to the continued development of a more secure and resilient software ecosystem.
To find out more about the Software Security Code of Practice, visit: Software Security Code of Practice – GOV.UK