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[About Conference]

Australia's largest security awards are back

Now in its sixth year, the Australian Women in Security Awards® brings together the security industry to celebrate and elevate the profile of the Australian IT Security, Cyber, and Protective Security sectors. This event serves as a beacon of inspiration, encouraging young women, men, and non-binary individuals to explore rewarding careers in this dynamic field.

By recognising and honoring the achievements, value, and contributions of individuals within the Australian market, we aim to provide the acknowledgment they rightfully deserve. Our goal is to spotlight these outstanding professionals, making them sources of inspiration for others to witness and emulate.

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

Count Every Second Until the 2024 Event

2024 Australian Women in Security Award Categories

2024 Awards

Neurodiversity in Cybersecurity Excellence

2024 Awards

Converged Security Resilience Champion

2024 Awards

Best Industry Initiative that Supports Diversity, Inclusion and Equality proudly sponsored by AustCyber

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Most Innovative Educator in Cybersecurity

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Best Volunteer

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The One to Watch in Protective Security proudly sponsored by Sekuro

2024 Awards

Unsung Hero proudly sponsored by TAL

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Best Place to Work in Security

2024 Awards

Champion of Change

2024 Awards

Best Program for Empowering Young Individuals in Cybersecurity

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Best Innovative Business “reshaping the future” of the Security Industry

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Best Security Mentor

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Best Security Student proudly sponsored by AusCERT

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Australia’s Most Outstanding in IT Security

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Australia’s Most outstanding in Protective Security

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Cybersecurity Champion

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Protective Security Champion

2024 Awards

Best Secure Coder proudly sponsored by CyberCX

2024 Awards

Best in Quantum in Cyber Champion

judges

[Our Judges]

Who's Judging?

John Taylor

[Group Executive | CIO | CTO | CISO ]

Maxine Harrison

[CISO from Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action]

Daniel Grzelak

[Chief Innovation Officer at Plerion]

Saleshni Sharma

[ Director, Regional Information Security Officer: AsiaPac at W. R. Berkley Corporation]

Nadia Taggart

[CISO at Western Sydney University]

Anafrid Bennet

[Head - Technology, Security & Property at Greater Western Water]

Laura Whelan

[Director, Security & Business Continuity at National Indigenous Australians Agency]

Jackie Montado

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

Leanne Fry

[CIO at AUSTRAC]

Clive Reeves

[Deputy CISO AsiaPac at Telstra]

Stephen Bennett

[Group Chief Information Security Officer at Domino's Pizza Enterprises Limited]

Yaso Arumugam

[Senior Cyber Security Consultant. at Bluerydge]

Sarah Luscombe

[Head of Cyber Security at the University of Canberra]

Maryam Bechtel

[Chief Information Security Officer at AGL]

Paul Clarke

[Head of Security at Canva]

Nikki Peever

[Director, Cybersecurity at CAUDIT]

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 ]

Jason Murrell

[Independent Chair CSCAU | Cyber Security Standards Development]

Dan Maslin

[Group Chief information Security Officer at Monash university]

Lynwen Connick

[Cyber Security and Technology executive l Chief Information Security Officer | CIO | Advisory Board Member | Mentor | Diversity Advocate]

Tamsin Jowett

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

Janice Law

[Chief Information Security Officer at Services Australia]

agenda

2024

Gala Dinner

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

Awards Day

October 10th, 2024

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. Afterparty begins!

TICKETS

Tickets

Join us for a night of celebration at the prestigious Australian Women in Security Awards® Gala Presentation Dinner, now in its 6th 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 at The Star in Sydney, offers a unique chance to witness and applaud the winners of 2024.

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]

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AU$

300

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AU$

200

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Students

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Sydney

The Star Sydney

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They Say

[Testimonials]

What People Say?

December 2021

What an outstanding memorable event, congratulations and sincerest thanks to you Abi and all involved. Events like this paint the brighter picture for the future, and contribute to the betterment of this industry ♥️The energy and the passion in the room was unbelievable. Congratulations

Noushin Iranzadi

Vendor Relationship Manager at Transport for NSW

December, 2021

It's not a small thing in this difficult year to kick off an event like this to really showcase and cheer on such an incredible group of people. Brilliant work and lets see what 2022 will bring when we can all get out and together again.

Chris Mohan

General Manager - Security Controls & Threat Research and Intelligence

October 2020

Bigger and better isn't always the right path - BUT when it comes to this, absolutely bigger is better. Congrats feel proud to infinity and well beyond. More please! Congrats to you and your team

Michelle Price

CEO, AustCyber

October 2020

I am feeling very proud today after the AWSN Women in Security Awards last night. First I want to say what a great event it was. Of course it doesn’t beat actually being at the event in person but I must say, it was very professionally done and an excellent way to celebrate the achievements of key women in security. Well done to Abigail Swabey (Source2Create) and to Jacqui (AWSN) and their teams.

Jeff Jacobs

[CISO]

October 2020

Well done Abigail Swabey, so proud of your efforts and passion to help people shine bright, even when it is difficult. I love your quote - Difficult does not mean impossible! When we learn the most is often when it is difficult, its the opportunity to dig deep and see what we are capable of. Love your mission Aby!

Vanessa McCamley

February 2022

Being apart of the judging panel for the Australian Women in Security Awards not only allowed me to professionally contribute in celebrating some amazing women and champions for women in our industry, it provides a fantastic platform to recognise the bright future we have in this space across multiple categories that are leading the way in being more diverse and inclusive. The growth in nominations and partners involved year on year speaks to the strength of the community and ecosystem that the awards and its supporters have created culminating in a night to remember. I am looking forward to seeing where the awards goes to from here!

James Ng

General Manager - Security Operations at AARNET

February 2022

It was an honour judging the 2021 Australian Women in Security Awards and a privilege to attend the event. Being able to reconnect with people and meet many new friends brought much needed levity and positivity to close out a tough year. It was truly a first class awards evening; one which the organising committee should be immensely proud of. Most importantly, occasions like these awards remain critical for our industry in highlighting sustained excellence, elevating the next generation of stars, and continuing to improve gender balance in the security industry. It’s why we have chosen to support the awards in 2022 as a sponsor. We look forward to this year’s celebrations.

Ian Yip

CEO, Avertro

The smiles, the happy faces, the laughter, the click of glasses, and the anticipation in the air hit me as we stepped into the 2021 Australian Women in Security Awards. Something special was happening here, and we were part of it. To have the recognition of so many wonderful women in security and champions of change celebrated through these awards is a testament to the positive progress made in ensuring diversity in the Australian security industry. The awards night was a resounding success with lavish food and drinks and the excited chatter and applause as each category and winners were announced. If you believe diversity is important to our industry then this is an event not to be missed.

Elaine Muir

Manager, Cyber Security Education and Awareness - IAG

October 2020

Thanks so much for everything you have done. The virtual event in 2020 was amazing, but tonight really was a treat for all the women in security and cyber. Look forward to more progression as we strive for perfection! This great work is truly a huge commitment and impact that you make in our industry. From the Deloitte team

Deloitte team

Daniella, Christina, Adrienne & Dave Hawks

Nov 2023

The event itself was extraordinary, providing a valuable opportunity to connect with professionals in our industry. A big thank you to Abigail Swabey and Source2Create for creating a night of elegance and intrigue.

Elena Yakovleva

Manager-Customer Development @ Protectera

Nov 2023

You, Abigail Swabey your team Source2Create delivered a professional and most elegant event in Melbourne last week — congratulations also on partnering with some influential sponsors and an excellent judging team as well. I’ve watched you grow over the last seven years and am proud to say, that you are a major contributor to success of many individuals across the Australian Security Industry. Well done and thank you! X

Christina Rose

Manager Security Operations & Advisory at Qantas

Nov 2023

Abigail Swabey You are creating history, so many stories are getting voice & a platform cause of your phenomenal contribution to Cyber Security Industry.

Anubha Sinha

National Lead Partner, Cyber - Identity & Access, Risk Services, Consulting at KPMG Australia

Nov 2023

It was an outstanding event. The talk around the tables was that this year's was the best BY FAR. You and the team should be so proud of what you produced.

Anthony Cohen

Head, Security Influence and Trust at nbn® Australia

Nov 2023

We had an incredible time at the Source2Create #WomeninSecurity Awards last week. It was such an inspiration to see all the amazing women and men doing outstanding work in the world of cyber security. Congratulations to all the winners, finalists, and nominees. We are so grateful to have attended another stellar event organised by Abigail Swabey to celebrate the incredible achievements by this community.

Secolve

Nov 2023

The Australian Wimen in Security awards were on last week in Melbourne, and what a fantastic event it was. Having women being publicly acknowledged and recognised for the work they do in the security industry is incredible for their own journey but also inspires the women that come after them. I was privileged to be a judge this year and Silvio Cesare and I both went to the awards ceremony. Incredible work once again Abigail Swabey and the team at Source2Create. The event was supportive and powerful. Congratulations to all the nominees, winners and all the women who are working to change the industry for the better.

Kylie McDevitt

CEO at InfoSect

Nov 2023

What a fantastic five star event celebrating the wonderful aspects of our industries. A massive shout out to the amazing Abigail Swabey and her fabulous team at Source2Create for working tirelessly to deliver this. And here’s to all those that participate and support the cause. Thank you. Thank you. Thank you.

Matt Tett

Managing Director at Enex TestLab

award categories

850

Nominations

judges

450

In-Person Attendees

850

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