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Cyber Security Staff Awareness Recognition Scheme 2026/27



The Digital Policy Office (DPO), Hong Kong Internet Registration Corporation Limited (HKIRC), and the ISACA China Hong Kong Chapter (ISACA) jointly organised the Cybersecurity Staff Awareness Recognition Scheme 2026/27 (Scheme). The Scheme is now open for application until 14 Aug 2026. All companies or organisations based in Hong Kong and all local educational institutions (including primary schools, secondary schools, universities, and other higher education institutions) are eligible to apply.

Introduction of the Scheme

Co-organisers:

Digital Policy Office (DPO);
Hong Kong Internet Registration Corporation Limited (HKIRC); and
The ISACA China Hong Kong Chapter (ISACA)

Scheme Partners:
 
Cyber Security and Technology Crime Bureau (CSTCB), the Hong Kong Police Force; and
Office of the Privacy Commissioner for Personal Data (PCPD)
 
Education Sector Partners:
 
Hong Kong Education City (Edcity)​; and
Anti-deception Alliance (Education) (ADAE)
Objectives:
 
To promote “Human Firewall” concept among the industry by raising cyber security staff awareness on top of technical protection as a second level defense line. To enhance organisations’ protection level by encouraging the organsations to raise staff awareness by multiple channels, e.g. training, policy, communication, drill, etc.
 
Application Deadline:

14 Aug 2026

Eligibility:
  • Organisation Stream: All companies or organisations based in Hong Kong are eligible to apply
  • Education Stream: All local educational institutions are eligible to apply, including primary schools, secondary schools, universities, and other higher education institutions
Application Fee:

Free-of-charge

Details and Application:

https://cyberhub.hk/en/recognition-scheme