2023 ISC2 Global Achievement Award Winners: Lifetime Achievement and Impact Awards

nnAs the year comes to a close, we recap and celebrate the winners fromnour recent Global Achievement Awards, and encourage you to nominatendeserving cybersecurity professionals for 2024.nn

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Harold F. Tipton Lifetime Achievement Award

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nNamed after Harold F. Tipton, CISSP, known as the “George Washington ofninformation security,” this award recognizes members for their lifelongncontributions to the advancement of information security and the professionnby serving, over the long term, with sustained excellence and distinctionnthroughout their entire cybersecurity career.n

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nJoye Purser, CISSPn

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nJoye is a Global Lead for Field Cybersecurity at Veritas Technologies. Wenhonor her for her tenure at DHS/CISA, serving as the inaugural seniornexecutive for U.S. Region 4, successfully integrating physical security andncybersecurity field staff operations. Her cybersecurity impact extendsnthrough numerous roles, including an IT program audit leader for thenSecretary of Defense, program examiner for the Department of Defense’s $93nbillion research budget, and consultant for enterprise risk management. Annadvocate for Cyversity, YearUp and WiCys, she demonstrates an unwaveringncommitment to the cybersecurity community, securing a corporate donationnfor Cyversity’s apprenticeship program and showcasing her capacity fornimpactful change.n

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James R. Wade ISC2 Service Award

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nThis award recognizes volunteers who have provided sustained and valuablenservice to ISC2. Named in memory of James R. Wade, an esteemed, long-timencontributor to ISC2, this award is ISC2’s privilege to honor his legacy.n

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nKen Fishkin, CISSP, CCSP, HCISPPn

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nKen is aSenior Manager of InformationnSecurity at Lowenstein Sandler LLP. In his role as president of the ISC2nNew Jersey Chapter, he created a thriving security community and hasnengaged in many outreach and volunteer opportunities that positively impactnand uplift the security community.nnnnnKen presents at conferences to educate audiences about the evolvingncybersecurity and privacy landscape, and also mentors college students whonare breaking into the cybersecurity field.n

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ISC2 Inclusion Impact Awards

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nRecognizing individuals who have made significant contributions to drivingna more diverse workforce in the global cybersecurity community byninitiating and leading actions to remove barriers and positively impact thendiversity, equity and inclusion of the cyber profession.n

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nAmericas: Larry Whiteside, Jr.n

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nLarry is a CISO at RegScale and Co-founder and President of Cyversity.nWe commend his dedication to providing vital resources,ncommunity-building opportunities and knowledge advancement, opening doorsnfor underrepresented professionals. He has been one of the biggestnchampions and advocates for DEI measures within the cybersecuritynindustry. From putting in the work at his organizations to speaking atnimportant industry conferences, Larry has spread the message of the neednfor inclusion globally.n

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nEMEA: Iretioluwa Akerelen

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nIretioluwa is the co-founder of Cyblack. We honor Iretioluwa fornchampioning diversity education, forging partnerships and advocating fornmarginalized groups. She has left an indelible mark that will continue tonshape the industry for years. Her passion for supporting people startingntheir careers in cybersecurity is contagious and through her leadershipnand unwavering dedication, she has set a new standard for what is possible,nleaving an enduring legacy that will continue to inspire generations toncome.n

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nLatin America: Braian Alejandro Arroyo, CCn

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nBraian is a Senior Information Security Analyst, Cyber Intelligence atnTelefonica Argentina. We celebrate Braian for driving cybersecuritynawareness and online child protection initiatives. His leadership promotesndiversity and inclusion across numerous sectors, including education, lawnenforcement, sports and the broader community.n

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nThis year, the ISC2 DEI Advisory Committee has chosen annglobal awardnnhonoree, recognizing an individual who has providednoutstanding contributions, impact and influence in the global community inndiversity, equity and inclusion of the cyber profession. The globalnrecipient for the Inclusion Impact Award is Larry Whiteside, Jr.n

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• n Nominate a cybersecurity professional for the 2024 ISC2 Global Achievementn Awards.n n Find out more here.n n
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• n Opportunities for volunteering within ISC2 are available in a variety ofn areas.n n Details can be found here.n n
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• n ISC2 has over 150 chapters in over 50 countries.n n Find your local chapter today.n n
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