Nominations are now open for the (ISC)² Global Achievement Awards. These awards recognize individuals whose excellence, leadership and volunteer efforts have significantly advanced the cybersecurity industry and contributed to the vision of inspiring a safe and secure cyber world.

Most awards are open to both (ISC)² members and non-members, though self-nomination is not permitted. Individual awards for cybersecurity professionals throughout their career include:

• (ISC)² Government Professional Award
• (ISC)² Rising Star Professional Award
• (ISC)² Mid-Career Award
• (ISC)² Senior Professional Award

Additionally, the following awards which were previously selected exclusively by the (ISC)² Board of Directors are now open to nominations from a wider range of nominators, details of which can be found on each award’s page: 

• (ISC)² Harold F. Tipton Lifetime Achievement Award
• (ISC)² James R. Wade Service Award
• Fellow of (ISC)²  
• (ISC)² F. Lynn McNulty Tribute Award
• (ISC)² Diversity Award

The program will also recognize outstanding (ISC)² Chapters from around the world. These regional awards are presented to chapters who demonstrate a well-rounded offering of activities and services designed to benefit their members and affiliates, while making a significant contribution to the profession and their local community. Last year, the winners were the Chennai, India Chapter , Nigeria Chapter , Northern Virginia (NOVA) Chapter and the Peru Chapter .

The Center for Cyber Safety and Education will be presenting two awards this year:

• Julie Peeler Franz “Do It For The Children” Volunteer of the Year
• Education Partner of the Year

For more information on the Global Achievement Awards, including requirements and nomination forms, visit https://www.isc2.org/About/Award-Programs/

Nominations close April 9!