Episode 10 — Maintain Professional Conduct with Due Care Diligence and ISC2 Ethics

This episode focuses on professional conduct and the responsibility to act competently, consistently, and ethically when protecting systems, users, and organizations. For the exam, candidates should understand the difference between due care and due diligence, how those ideas appear in oversight and operations, and why the ISC2 Code of Ethics matters when choices involve pressure, shortcuts, or competing interests. Realistic situations such as ignoring repeated warnings, failing to review vendor claims, or overlooking known weaknesses help reinforce how ethical judgment supports trust, defensible decisions, and long-term security leadership. Produced by BareMetalCyber.com, where you’ll find more cyber audio courses, books, and information to strengthen your educational path. Also, if you want to stay up to date with the latest news, visit DailyCyber.News for a newsletter you can use, and a daily podcast you can commute with. And dont forget Cyberauthor.me for the companion study guide and flash cards!