ZURICH, SWITZERLAND – The International Security Organization (ISO-SEC) Switzerland announces its formal establishment as a non-profit association under Swiss law, effective October 1, 2025. This transition marks a strategic return to the organization's foundational principles and core mission.
Concurrently, ISO-SEC has been admitted into the approved chapter of non-profit associations of the International Security Association, affirming its commitment to globally recognized standards.
Mission and Core Focus
As a Swiss non-profit association, ISO-SEC is dedicated to advancing the global security industry through international collaboration and the promotion of its established ISO-SEC PROTOCOLS. These protocols provide a normative framework designed for individuals and corporations within the private security sector worldwide.
The primary objectives of the ISO-SEC PROTOCOLS are to:
Uphold the Highest Standards: Guide security actors in maintaining operational excellence while rigorously respecting human rights.
Ensure Legitimacy and Distinction: Clearly differentiate compliant security professionals from mercenaries, private investigators, and intelligence operatives.
Promote the "Swiss Model": Offer a supplementary, internationally-minded framework that operates in harmony with local laws and national norms.
Strategic Priorities
Building upon its legacy as a Swiss further education provider, ISO-SEC will prioritize the following initiatives:
Harmonization of Security Education: Integrating the ISO-SEC PROTOCOLS into the curricula and standards of security educators and training institutions globally.
Accreditation and Certification: Establishing robust programs for the education, training, and accreditation of both security operatives and corporations under the ISO-SEC PROTOCOLS.
This evolution reinforces ISO-SEC's commitment to fostering a more professional, ethical, and collaborative global security landscape.
About International Security Organization (ISO-SEC) Switzerland
ISO-SEC is a Swiss non-profit association based in Zurich. Its mission is to support and elevate the global private security industry through the development of international protocols, promotion of best practices, and facilitation of cross-border collaboration, all guided by a firm commitment to ethical conduct and the "Swiss Model" of security.
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