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Australia's largest security awards are back

Now in its 7th year, the Australian Women in Security Awards® has grown stronger than ever, evolving from a focus solely on IT security to include the broader security industry. This event celebrates and elevates the Australian IT Security, Cyber, Protective Security, and AI sectors. It serves as a beacon of inspiration, encouraging young women, men, and non-binary individuals to pursue fulfilling careers in this dynamic field.

By recognising and honoring the achievements and contributions of individuals within the Australian market, we aim to provide the acknowledgment they deserve. Our goal is to highlight these exceptional professionals, showcasing them as role models for others to admire and emulate.

Source2Create Pty Ltd proudly leads as the Producer and Organiser of the Australian Women in Security Awards®, committed to fostering a diverse and thriving future for the security industry.

Count Every Second Until the 2025 Event

categories
[2025]
Our Awards
judges
[Our Judges]
Who's Judging?

Rachell DeLuca

[Director | Protective Security & Risk Specialist, Protective Security Advisory]

Nadia Taggart

[Director Cyber Security Strategic Development at AARNet]

Jackie Montado

[Chief Digital and Technology Officer at Wesfarmers Industrial and Safety]

Roxanne Pashaei

[Chief Information Security Officer at NSW Rural Fire Service]

Craig Ford

[Australian Best-Selling Author of A Hacker I Am, Foresight Book Series, Co-Author The Shadow World Series | vCISO | AISA Member Board of Directors | Security Journalist ]

Tamsin Jowett

[ICF Executive Coach & Diversity Consultant at Coaching To Thrive]

Peter Gigengack

[Director Cyber Security | Capability at the Department of the Premier and Cabinet of WA ]

Helen McLeish

[Chief Cyber Security Officer at East Metropolitan Health Service WA]

Nivedita Newar

[Deputy CISO at UNSW]

Emma O’Neil

[Director at CyberWest Hub]

Sharon Lee

[Acting Chief Information Security Officer at NSW Department of Creative Industries, Tourism, Hospitality and Sport]

Venkat Balakrishnan

[Chief Information Security Officer at TAL Australia]

Karen Owens

[Head of Security & Risk (CISO) at Insurance Commission of WA]

Vannessa Van Beek

[Global CISO at Fortescue]

Matthew Duckworth

[Director, IT Risk and Security at MetLife]

Ryan Ko

[Professor of Cyber Security at The University of Queensland]

Marie Patane

[NSW Chief Cyber Security Officer at the NSW Department of Customer Service]

David Griffiths

[CISO at Northern Beaches Council]

River Nygryn

[CISO at Hammondcare]

Lindsey Horne

[Superintendent of Security Operations WA Iron Ore at BHP]
Sydney
The Star Sydney
Discover Our Venue
agenda
2025
Gala Dinner

Today, what started as a small conference has turned into the unmissable rendez-vous for the security industry.

Awards Day
September 2nd, 2025
5:00pm - 6:00pm
Cocktail Networking Hour
Catch up and network with your fellow security peers
6:00pm -8:00pm
Awards Ceremony
MC will commence proceedings.
Welcome to Country
Awards Ceremony Commences
Best volunteer
The One to Watch in Protective Security
Best Secure Coder
Best Program for Young Individuals in Security
Best Security Student
Dinner Served & Brief intermission
8:00 - 9:00pm
Awards ceremony
Most Innovative Educator in Cybersecurity
Champion of Change
Unsung Hero
Best Industry Initiative that Supports Diversity, Inclusion and Equality
Best Innovative Business “reshaping the future” of the Security Industry
Dessert Served
9:00pm - 10:00pm
Awards Ceremony
Best Place to Work in Security
Protective Security Champion
Converged Security Resilience Champion
Best Security Mentor
Cyber Security Champion
Australia’s Most Outstanding in the Protective Security Industry
Australia’s Most Outstanding in IT Security
MC will close proceedings. Evening Ends
TICKETS
Tickets

Join us for a night of celebration at the prestigious Australian Women in Security Awards® Gala Presentation Dinner, now in its 7th year. With finalists from across Australia and esteemed leaders from the security industry in attendance, this evening promises to be a prime networking opportunity, making it a must-attend event for anyone involved in the security sector.

On behalf of Source2Create and our valued sponsors, we extend a warm invitation for you to be part of this memorable occasion. The Gala Presentation Dinner, scheduled to take place on September 2nd from 5pm at The Star in Sydney, offers a unique chance to witness and applaud the winners of 2025.

This event is not to be missed! Your ticket includes;

  • access to the awards
  • a delectable three-course meal accompanied by beverages
  • captivating evening entertainment

We eagerly anticipate your attendance on this thrilling night as we come together to celebrate the remarkable achievements of our outstanding security professionals. Don’t miss the opportunity to be part of this unforgettable experience.

AU$
500
[Gala Dinner Awards Ceremony]

General Admission

  • Choose your seat
  • 3 course meal 
  • Beverages
  • Entertainment
AU$
300
[Gala Dinner Awards Ceremony]

Active Duty or Veteran

  • Choose your seat
  • 3 course meal 
  • Beverages
  • Entertainment
AU$
200
[Gala Dinner Awards Ceremony]

Students

  • Choose your seat
  • 3 course meal 
  • Beverages
  • Entertainment
They Say
[Testimonials]
What People Say?
17
award categories
850
Nominations
21
judges
450
In-Person Attendees
850
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