services, and the Ministry of Education, Youth, and Sports and its influence on educating new generations of citizens, making it an intrinsic component for the successful functioning of the entire cyber security system. Other institutions of key importance in their particular fields are also incorporated into the system. Representatives of bodies and individuals mandated under the Cyber Security Act play fundamental roles. These bodies have a significant influence on cyber security in the Czech Republic and the effectiveness of the overall system. They are responsible for their own security, which means fulfilling and upholding security principles and complying with relevant legislation. Similarly fundamental roles are played by bodies in the private sector, academic institutions, associations, groups, and CSIRT teams outside public administration that are not governed by the Cyber Security Act, even though their influence and seamless cooperation are key for the entire system. 9