AISA Cyber Security Awards

 

As Australia’s peak industry body for information and cyber security, our awards program is designed to recognise excellence, innovation, contribution, development, potential, dedication, diversity, integrity, leadership and achievement in the cyber security sector.

Now in its 12th year, AISA's Cyber Security Awards Program aims to:

  • Build community spirit
  • Promote best practice
  • Encourage member engagement
  • Create awareness of AISA as the peak industry body
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STAND OUT IN A COMPETITIVE MARKETPLACE BY WINNING AN AISA CYBER SECURITY AWARD

AISA's Cyber Security Awards have become a coveted accolade for organisations and professionals seeking to cement their role in the cyber security industry by showcasing the breadth and depth of talent available, at a time when our country is focussed on developing cyber security as a sovereign capability.

For businesses - securing an AISA Cyber Security Award will set you apart when attracting and retaining the best cyber talent and will strengthen your position when seeking to win cyber projects, contracts.
For individuals - recognition will underpin career advancement and strengthen your position when seeking employment.

Gain national recognition for your contribution towards strengthening Australia's Cyber Security sector and elevate yourself - and your business - above the rest.

With a judging panel of senior leaders, academics, business executives, entrepreneurs, experts and innovators, an AISA Cyber Security Award is a peer-reviewed recognition of your capabilities and achievements.

All businesses and professionals from across Australia’s cyber security sector are encouraged to participate in our prestigious awards program!

At AISA's Awards Dinner in Melbourne on Tuesday 26 November 2024, over 600 members of Australia's cyber security industry will attend to celebrate the successes and achievements of their colleagues and peers.

Award nominations open
Award nominations close
Judging commences
Finalists announced
Member voting opens
Member voting closes
AISA award winners announced

Monday 1 July 2024
Friday 23 August 2024
Monday 9 September 2024
Wednesday 9 October 2024
Monday 14 October 2024
Sunday 3 November 2024
Tuesday 26 November 2024

2024 Award Categories:

 Professional of the Year

  • Open to a highly motivated and experienced individual who has demonstrated outstanding leadership, integrity, mentoring and coaching within the cyber security sector to both business peers and new entrants to the industry. All CISOs are encouraged to participate, irrespective of location or company size.

 Rising Star of the Year

  •  Open to individuals with less than three years of industry experience who have made a significant contribution to the field of cyber security. This person has shown potential and dedication to a career in cyber security.

 Tertiary Student of the Year

  •  Open to students enrolled in TAFE or University who have demonstrated outstanding commitment, skill and passion in the field of cyber security. In addition, they encourage and assist other students or the community to improve cyber awareness and safety.

 Enterprise Employer of the Year

  • Open to large enterprises that have demonstrated excellence in promoting cyber safety to their customers, staff, supply chain and the community. This also includes enterprises that have provided training or employment opportunities to a large number of interns or industry based learning students from TAFEs or Universities.
 SMB of the Year
  • Open to a Small to Medium Business with an Australian Business Number (ABN) with turnover less than $2 million per annum (p.a.); or employs less than 20 people who have helped engaged the general community and other businesses to promote and improve cyber security capabilities and maturity in the sector.
  
 Community Education Program of the Year
  • Open to the most innovative and impactful outreach program run by an organisation that is focused on the education of their customers/suppliers resulting in a safer community.
  

Best Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) Promoter of the Year

  • Open to the best school, educational institution or program that promotes and encourages 5-25 year olds to enter the field of STEM
  
 Researcher of the Year
  • Open to an individual or team of researchers whose work will greatly improve cyber security safety for the community, organisations and/or individuals. Their discovery will be impactful and lead to additional theoretical or applied discoveries.
  
 Diversity & Inclusion Champion of the Year
  • A team, company or individual who exemplifies an unyielding commitment to diversity and inclusion
  
 Mentor of the Year
  • Recognises an individual who has made an outstanding contribution to mentoring or has provided a high level of support and guidance to a student or professional in cyber security
  
 Start-up of the Year
  • Open to an organisation less than 5 years old that has brought to market a unique product innovation around cyber security.
  
 Educator of the Year
  • Open to an education body (TAFE or University) which has developed and implemented a comprehensive, flexible and easily accessible cyber security education program which delivers industry ready graduates to the market
  

 Outstanding Contributor to Cyber - NEW

  • Open to an individual who has made an outstanding contribution to the cyber industry in Australia.  
  

 

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AISA Awards FAQs

See our 2023 Award Winners HERE