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Professional of the year
Highly experienced individual who demonstrates outstanding leadership, integrity, mentoring and coaching in the industry 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
Sponsored by SANS
Individual with less than three years of industry experience who is making a significant contribution to the field of cyber security. This person shows potential and dedication to a career in cyber security.
Tertiary student of the year
Sponsored by SANS
Student enrolled in TAFE or University who has demonstrated outstanding commitment, skills and passion in the field of cyber security. In addition, they encourage and assist other students or the community to improve awareness and safety.
Enterprise employer of the year
Large enterprises that have demonstrated excellence in promoting cyber safety to customers, staff, the supply chain and the community. This also includes enterprises who have given training or employment opportunities to a large number of interns or Industry Based Learning Students from TAFE / Universities.
SMB of the year
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 or education program of the year
The most innovative and impactful outreach program of an organisation which is focused on the education of their customers and / or suppliers resulting in a safer community.
Best science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) promoter of the year
Best school, education institution or program that promotes and encourages 5-25 year olds to enter the field of STEM.
Researcher of the year
An individual or team of researchers whose work will greatly improve cyber security safety for the community, organisations or individuals. Their discovery will be impactful and lead to additional theoretical or applied discoveries.
Diversity and inclusion champion of the year
Team, company or individual who exemplifies an unyielding commitment to diversity and inclusion.
Mentor of the year
Sponsored by Cyber Volunteers Australia
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
An organisation less than 5 years old that has brought to market a unique product innovation around cyber security.
Educator of the year
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 security
This award is for cyber professionals that year after year keep powering through no matter what is thrown at them to ensure the organisation's security needs (whether in technical mitigation, or cyber safe business enablement). The nominee must have been in the cyber security industry for 5 years or more.
If you have any questions about the AISA Awards, email us at awards@aisa.org.au and one of the team will be happy to assist.