Online scam simulators, malware free initiatives,
specialist information security firms, and seasoned and
emerging cybersecurity professionals were honoured last
night at the Information Security Awards of New
Zealand.
Now in their eighth year, judged
awards were presented in six categories. A Hall of Fame
Award was also awarded – recognising one person’s
enduring industry contribution.
Held annually, the
iSANZ Awards recognise the exceptional people and
organisations contributing expertise and insight in
improving and benefiting New Zealand’s digital
security.
iSANZ Board Chair Kendra Ross says as a
connected and thriving digital nation New Zealand confronts
an unrelenting number of cybersecurity threats and
incidents, including expensive data breaches, disruptive
ransomware attacks and costly phishing scams.
“The
current threat landscape is incredibly diverse, with digital
attack surfaces having increased as remote and hybrid work
takes precedence. Thankfully, we’re lucky to have the very
best in cybersecurity talent to protect and defend against
those who would exploit and do us harm online.
“These
awards are the preeminent national opportunity to reflect on
the extremely high standard, variety and innovation of
people and businesses who work tirelessly across New
Zealand’s information security sector to see off malicious
digital threats.”
The iSANZ Board is…
