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Mission and Values

MITRE's history of high technical and ethical standards is reflected in the work we perform in the interest of our country.

MITRE's Mission

As a public interest company, MITRE works in partnership with the government applying systems engineering and advanced technology to address issues of critical national importance.

Corporate Values

Commitment to the Public Interest

MITRE values commitment to the right outcome for the mission and has no other interests.

People in Partnership

MITRE values our people as our most important asset and emphasizes shared responsibility for growth, partnership with the government, collaboration within and without, and the ability to maintain a balanced lifestyle.

Excellence that Counts

MITRE values the application of technical, operational, and managerial excellence to provide objective solutions to critical problems. MITRE values, invests in, and fosters world-class infrastructure, technology, management, and most importantly, people.

Ethical Standards

MITRE's history of high technical and ethical standards is reflected in the work we perform in the interest of our country. As a public-service organization, our legacy includes an ethical framework founded in honesty and fairness and supported by the professional integrity of each employee. Exercising the highest possible ethical and professional standards is fundamental to MITRE. The principles contained in our Code of Ethics and Conduct at MITRE serve as a cornerstone for our public interest work.

Code of Ethics and Conduct

We at MITRE:

Conduct ourselves professionally at all times
Perform to the best of our abilities in an honest, cooperative and fair manner
Respect the rights of all individuals to fair treatment and equal opportunity in an environment free of discrimination and harassment
Protect MITRE's proprietary information and materials and those of our sponsors and vendors
Avoid any actual or perceived conflict of interest in personal and business relationships
Refrain from misuse of our professional positions for personal gain
Respect the ethical constraints our clients place on the activities of their employees
Adhere to our government sponsors' rules concerning source selection, procurement integrity and avoidance of organizational conflict of interest
Protect MITRE and government property from theft, damage or misuse
Accurately record all time charges and costs, and maintain other business records

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