Soteria Cyber and Digital Ltd
We, the undersigned, commit to honour the Armed Forces Covenant and support the Armed Forces Community. We recognise the value Serving Personnel, both Regular and Reservists, Veterans and military families contribute to our business and our country.
The Armed Forces Covenant
An enduring covenant between the people of the United Kingdom, Her Majesty’s Government and all those who serve or have served in the Armed Forces of the Crown and their families
The first duty of Government is the defence of the realm. Our Armed Forces fulfil that responsibility on behalf of the Government, sacrificing some civilian freedoms, facing danger and, sometimes, suffering serious injury or death as a result of their duty. Families also play a vital role in supporting the operational effectiveness of our Armed Forces. In return, the whole nation has a moral obligation to the members of the Naval Service, the Army and the Royal Air Force, together with their families. They deserve our respect and support, and fair treatment.
Those who serve in the Armed Forces, whether Regular or Reserve, those who have served in the past, and their families, should face no disadvantage compared to other citizens in the provision of public and commercial services. Special consideration is appropriate in some cases, especially for those who have given most such as the injured and the bereaved.
This obligation involves the whole of society: it includes voluntary and charitable bodies, private organisations, and the actions of individuals in supporting the Armed Forces. Recognising those who have performed military duty unites the country and demonstrates the value of their contribution. This has no greater expression than in upholding this Covenant.
Section 1: Principles of the Armed Forces Corporate Covenant
1.1 We Soteria Cyber and Digital Ltd will endeavour in our business dealings to uphold the key principles of the Armed Forces Covenant, which are:
- no member of the Armed Forces Community should face disadvantage in the provision of public and commercial services compared to any other citizen;
- and in some circumstances that special treatment may be appropriate especially for the injured or bereaved.
Section 2: Demonstrating our commitment
2.1 Soteria Cyber and Digital Ltd recognises the value serving personnel, reservists, veterans and military families bring to our business. We will seek to uphold the principles of the Armed Forces Covenant, by pledging to the following:
- Armed Forces Friendly
- UK Service Veterans And Leavers
- UK Service Spouses And Partners
- UK Reservists
- Armed Forces Day
- Reserve Forces Day
- Discounts
We also pledge the following:
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Employment support to members of the Armed Forces Community: Recognising military skills, qualifications, and experience as directly relevant to cybersecurity and digital roles, particularly in areas such as threat assessment, risk management, operational security, and incident response. Welcoming applications from Service leavers, veterans, reservists, and military spouses for any future employment or subcontracting opportunities. Supporting the Career Transition Partnership (CTP) and similar programmes that help Service leavers transition into cybersecurity or digital careers. Providing flexible working arrangements to support reservists whenever possible.
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Communications, engagement and outreach: Using our professional networks across Defence, Government, Critical National Infrastructure and private sectors to advocate for the value that Armed Forces personnel bring to the cybersecurity industry. Sharing best practice and insights with other small and micro businesses on the benefits of signing the Armed Forces Covenant. Participating in mentoring initiatives that support Service leavers and veterans pursuing careers in cybersecurity and digital.
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Health: Fostering a supportive and understanding working environment that recognises the unique pressures faced by members of the Armed Forces Community, including those managing service-related health conditions. Signposting to appropriate mental health and wellbeing resources, including Combat Stress and the Veterans’ Gateway, when needed.
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Education: Supporting the professional development of Armed Forces Community members by recognising military training and qualifications as equivalent experience within the cybersecurity or digital profession. Providing access to cybersecurity and digital awareness resources and training materials to Service personnel, veterans, and their families.
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Civic responsibilities: Encouraging participation in Remembrance activities and other civic events that honour the Armed Forces Community. Supporting local Armed Forces Community events in the Southwest region.
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Additional commitments: As a cybersecurity and digital consultancy founded by a veteran, Soteria has a deep personal connection to the Armed Forces. We are committed to ensuring that this Covenant is a living document that evolves alongside our business. We will review our pledges annually and seek to increase our support as the business grows, with a view to pursuing the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme Bronze Award.
2.2 We will publicise these commitments through our literature and/or on our website, setting out how we will seek to honour them and inviting feedback from the Service community and our customers on how we are doing.