Highlight your win internally
Winning an award is a great morale boost for your team. It is an opportunity for you to celebrate together and recognize their success and hard work. You can speak to your HR or internal comms team and ask them…
Why it is important to invest now
It has never been more important to invest in your cybersecurity team and recognition. Attacks are increasing and the cybersecurity team is being worked harder than ever. It is important to recognise this hard work and awards are an excellent…
Tips for completing your application
There are some easy ways to impress the judges -Stick to the word count -Give complete data, proof of your accomplishments helps -Don't think about who did or didn't win last year -Sell your achievements -Innovation and passion are key…
Why awards matter
Gain valuable exposure internally and externally Winning an award raises the profile of your team internally and externally. You can utilise this win to raise awareness in the business, gain more funding or even attract more staff. Benchmark yourself against…
Why The American Cyber Awards are different
Independent process. We are not affiliated with industry bodies or magazines. As a result our process is totally independent and not influenced by advertising spend or membership. Open judging process. The judges are able to discuss the winners amongst themselves.…
How judging is done
The judging process is independent and open. All judges have been chosen for their varied backgrounds and recognised success within the industry. Applications are reviewed after the closing date when the shortlist will be selected. From there, the shortlisted applications…
How to use your award
Use the awards to boost morale for your team. Cybersecurity is a tough world to work in with little recognition when things go right. Use the award to celebrate the success of your team. Use the awards to gain exposure…
How to win
Our judges have shared their top tips and the key things they look for when considering applications. Innovation - The American Cyber Awards celebrate innovation, in products, strategy and delivery. Every category is looking for the person, team or company…
How to use the award for career development
Awards that are reviewed by industry leading judges can be helpful for your own career development. They are recognition from the industry that you are succeeding in your role. It is not always appropriate to put your achievements on a…