Sustainability at F‑Secure

Complexity remains one of the worst enemies of cyber security and a recent survey conducted by F‑Secure showed that 66% of consumers find cyber security too complex. This is why F‑Secure has embarked on a mission to deliver brilliantly simple security experiences and realize its vision to become the #1 security experience company. We execute on our vision and aim to become the consumer’s trusted companion through several means:

1. Holistic protection across consumers’ digital moments that provides a sense of security.

2. Contextual and personalized experience that makes security visible during digital moments and relevant to consumer needs.

3. Helping consumers be aware and empowered to stay safe online, providing advice and support when consumers need it.

This includes the publication of our F‑Alert, a monthly newsletter that informs consumers about what’s happening in cyber security. Even more importantly, it tells consumers why threats are happening and offers advice from F‑Secure experts to help secure consumers' digital moments. Additionally, we publish articles, eBooks and white papers on topics such as AI, how scams work, what is spoofing, how to avoid fake websites, and more. The above does not include awareness creation activities and the hundreds of millions of consumers reached through our Service Provider partners, which can be estimated to be significant.

One topic where we have annual sponsorships and collaboration is DEI. These sponsorships and collaborations not only raise awareness, but have also solidified DEI as a core topic for us. We also facilitate student trainee and mentoring opportunities and collaborate with universities on projects related to cyber security.

An additional focus area is to enhance the development and learning opportunities for our employees. We have several programs supporting learning and development, including Leadership Academy, DEI trainings, and a new Learning Management System. These programs increase awareness and knowledge sharing around topics such as DEI, internal policies and processes, leadership, and communication skills. In an industry characterized by competition for the best talent and relatively male-dominant, we continuously improve our talent acquisition processes and practices, actively striving to hire and attract a more diverse workforce.

Our commitment to diversity is not just about numbers — it’s about recognizing the value that diverse perspectives bring to solving complex challenges, particularly in the ever-evolving landscape of cyber security. We understand that diversity isn’t just about representation — it’s about actively seeking out and empowering individuals from all backgrounds, ensuring that everyone feels valued and included.

In talent acquisition, we continuously refine our practices to promote inclusivity and fairness, prioritizing positive candidate experiences. Mindful of biases, we actively seek to identify and address them to raise awareness. While acknowledging challenges in gender diversity in tech, we strive to create an environment that attracts individuals of all genders. Our HR practices support diverse backgrounds, ages, genders, and life situations, aspiring to offer equal opportunities for all employees to thrive — from career starters to aspiring leaders at F‑Secure.

Looking forward, we are expanding our partnerships to include initiatives focused on supporting family life and providing training opportunities for emerging talent. We are also broadening our global reach by inviting professionals from diverse regions to join our network and contribute to our collective success.

Our DEI efforts are led by our dedicated People and Culture team, supported by our DEI committee and ESG working groups. Through ongoing training and DEI talks, we aim to raise awareness and advocate for issues that are important to our community, ensuring that F‑Secure remains a place where everyone feels welcome, valued, and empowered to thrive.

For example, we have an agreement with Auntie, a low-threshold mental health service that provides mental health support completely anonymously to our employees. In addition, we create a more resilient workforce by having an inclusive culture that supports psychological safety and wellbeing.