As cyber threats evolve in both frequency and sophistication, the UK government has introduced the Cyber Governance Code of Practice: a set of clear, actionable principles designed to help businesses of all sizes build stronger cyber resilience from the top down. If you’re a business owner, director, or senior leader, this new framework should be firmly on your radar in 2025.
At Synergy, we understand that cybersecurity isn’t just an IT issue, it’s a business risk. Here’s what the new code means for UK organisations, and how our Managed IT Services can help you meet its expectations without overwhelming your internal resources.
What Is the Cyber Governance Code?
Introduced by the UK’s Department for Science, Innovation and Technology (DSIT), the Cyber Governance Code of Practice sets out a voluntary but strongly recommended framework that helps directors and senior leaders:
- Understand their cybersecurity responsibilities,
- Embed cybersecurity into business governance and risk management,
- And build a security-first culture throughout their organisation.
The code is expected to shape future regulatory standards, particularly for organisations handling personal data or critical services, so early adoption is not just wise, but strategic.
The Three Core Pillars of the Code
The Cyber Governance Code is structured around three key pillars:
1. Leadership
Directors must lead by example in understanding cyber risks and investing in adequate controls. This includes:
- Assigning board-level cyber responsibility
- Reviewing cyber strategies
- Engaging in regular briefings on threat landscapes
2. Risk Management
Cyber risks should be managed in line with financial and operational risks. Businesses are expected to:
- Include cyber in risk registers,
- Assess vulnerabilities and incident likelihoods,
- Ensure suppliers and partners meet security standards.
3. Resilience
Boards must ensure the organisation can recover from incidents with minimal disruption. This involves:
- Incident response plans,
- Regular backup and recovery tests,
- Reviewing post-incident learnings.
Partner with Synergy to Build Cyber Confidence
Cybersecurity is no longer a siloed IT issue, it’s a boardroom-level priority. With Synergy by your side, your business can navigate the new Cyber Governance Code with confidence, clarity, and expert guidance every step of the way.
Let’s turn cybersecurity from a compliance burden into a business advantage.
Ready to get started? Contact Synergy today to find out how we can assist you with your Cyber Governance strategy today.
fidel@synergy.tech
Business Development Manager
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