The Global CISO 100 Awards

The Global CISO 100, hosted by HotTopics in partnership with Thales, recognises the most impactful Chief Information Security Officers worldwide. These leaders are redefining cybersecurity—turning complex threats into strategic business value.

Why the CISO 100 matters

CISOs are no longer just defenders—they’re enablers.
As the digital threat landscape evolves, their role sits at the intersection of security, innovation and business resilience.

The CISO 100 Awards shine a spotlight on these transformative leaders, celebrating those safeguarding organisations while driving growth and change.

What we’re looking for

We’re seeking exceptional CISOs who demonstrate:

Strategic leadership – Designing forward-thinking strategies
Innovation – Driving creative solutions to emerging threats
Business impact – Aligning security with organisational goals
Inclusive leadership – Building diverse, high-performing teams
Thought leadership – Influencing the wider cybersecurity agenda

Why nominate or be nominated?

We’re celebrating CISOs making a real impact:

• Gain global recognition – Be celebrated among peers, industry experts and global C-suite leaders
  Strengthen your brand – Position yourself as a forward-thinking security leader shaping the future
  Attract top talent – Enhance your organisation’s profile and appeal to high-performing teams
  Build internal champions – Elevate the visibility of security within your organisation
  Join a trusted community – Connect with a network of technology leaders shaping the global agenda