Cyber Crime
Nominations Open for ‘Women in Cyber’ Honors at FutureCrime Summit 2025
To spotlight the achievements of women leaders in cybersecurity, the FutureCrime Summit 2025 has opened nominations for the prestigious “Women in Cyber” honors.
This highly anticipated event, set to take place on February 13-14, 2025, at the Dr. Ambedkar International Centre in New Delhi, will celebrate the contributions of exceptional women who are shaping the future of cybersecurity.
The awards will recognize women excelling in fields such as law enforcement, corporate security, cyber law, cybersecurity education, risk advisory, entrepreneurship, and research.
How to Nominate: Submit nominations via this link – [Nominate for Women in Cyber Award]
Celebrating Women Leaders in Cybersecurity
As cyber threats become more complex and widespread, women are playing a crucial role in combating digital risks and advancing the field. The “Women in Cyber” honors aim to highlight their invaluable contributions across a variety of roles in cybersecurity.
Whether it’s defending organizations from sophisticated cyber threats, leading cyber policy discussions, innovating in security technologies, or educating the next generation of cyber professionals, these women are essential pillars of digital resilience.
Categories of Recognition
The “Women in Cyber” awards offer a platform to honor women across diverse sectors within cybersecurity. Each category reflects the unique skills and leadership that women bring to the industry:
- Women Cyber Cop – Recognizing women in law enforcement who excel in investigating and preventing cybercrime. This award acknowledges female officers working on the front lines of cyber policing, tackling everything from digital fraud to cyber espionage.
- Women CISO – Celebrating women Chief Information Security Officers (CISOs) who lead cybersecurity strategy within their organizations. This category honors those who manage corporate security frameworks, protect sensitive data, and foster secure digital environments.
- Women in Cyber Risk Advisory – For women who excel in cyber risk advisory, guiding organizations in managing cyber risks and strengthening resilience against digital threats. This award is tailored for those advising on best practices, regulatory compliance, and risk mitigation.
- Women Cyber Lawyer – Recognizing female lawyers who specialize in cybersecurity, digital privacy, and technology law. This category is dedicated to those advancing the legal landscape in cyber regulation, policy, and governance.
- Women Entrepreneur in Cyber – Honoring women entrepreneurs who are driving innovation in cybersecurity. This category is for leaders who have founded or are leading startups that address pressing cybersecurity challenges through pioneering solutions.
- Women Security Researcher – Celebrating women in cybersecurity research, whose work on identifying and understanding cyber threats advances industry knowledge. From threat detection to vulnerability research, this category honors female researchers pushing the boundaries of cybersecurity.
- Women in Cyber Education – For women dedicated to educating and empowering others in cybersecurity. This category recognizes educators, trainers, and advocates who are building the next generation of cyber defenders through teaching and public awareness.
- Women in Cybersecurity/Information Security Auditing: This category honors women who excel in safeguarding digital assets through security audits and compliance frameworks. These professionals are dedicated to identifying vulnerabilities, enforcing security standards, and strengthening organizations against cyber threats. Their work is vital to ensuring resilient digital systems and protecting sensitive data.
- Women in Ethical Hacking: This award celebrates women at the forefront of ethical hacking, who use their skills to test and secure systems against cyber threats. With a proactive approach to finding vulnerabilities, these experts strengthen defenses, helping organizations stay resilient. Their commitment to ethical hacking ensures a safer digital landscape for all.
Why the “Women in Cyber” Honors Matter
The FutureCrime Summit 2025 recognizes that diversity in cybersecurity brings valuable perspectives, innovation, and strength to the industry. With women historically underrepresented in cybersecurity, these awards seek to address the gender gap and inspire more women to enter and excel in the field. Honoring women in various cybersecurity roles underscores the critical contributions they make and the importance of fostering an inclusive digital future.
Women interested in sharing their insights and expertise at the FutureCrime Summit 2025 are encouraged to nominate themselves to join the panel discussions. This summit offers a unique platform for women leaders in cybersecurity, law enforcement, digital forensics, cyber law, risk advisory, and technology to engage with industry peers, government officials, and thought leaders. Panelists will have the opportunity to discuss pressing cybersecurity issues, explore emerging trends, and share strategies for tackling today’s digital challenges. By participating as panelists, women can amplify their voices, contribute valuable perspectives, and help drive meaningful dialogue on the future of cybersecurity.
How to Nominate: Simple Steps to Recognize Outstanding Women in Cybersecurity
Nominating someone—or yourself—for the “Women in Cyber” honors is a straightforward process. The foundation encourages submissions from all sectors of cybersecurity, aiming to highlight a wide range of talent and contributions.
Candidates can be nominated in one or multiple categories, and there are no restrictions on the number of nominations an individual can submit. The organizers encourage nominations from colleagues, supervisors, friends, and family who have witnessed the nominees’ impact and achievements in cybersecurity.
Nomination Details:
- Open to: Women across all sectors in cybersecurity, with categories covering law enforcement, corporate security, education, research, law, entrepreneurship, and advisory roles.
- Nomination Period: Entries are now open and will remain open until December 31, 2024.
The FutureCrime Summit 2025: A Landmark Event in Cybersecurity
The FutureCrime Summit 2025 will bring together top professionals, industry experts, policymakers, law enforcement officers, and thought leaders to discuss the most pressing issues in cybersecurity. With a packed agenda covering topics from cyber forensics and digital threats to technology law, the summit will be a critical forum for networking, knowledge-sharing, and collaboration.
In addition to the “Women in Cyber” awards, the summit will feature keynote sessions, panel discussions, live demonstrations, and interactive workshops aimed at equipping attendees with the latest tools and insights to tackle evolving cyber threats. The summit’s focus on inclusivity and recognition of diverse voices underscores its commitment to fostering a holistic and resilient cybersecurity community.