Awards are one of the fastest ways to build brand awareness for a cybersecurity company. Announcements create visibility, and a win gives your team and your partners something real to share. Even if you just launched, it's never too early to build an awards strategy.
Three programs with approachable nomination fees are still open: the Tech Trailblazers Awards, the CyberSecured Awards, and the Globee Awards for Cybersecurity. You can enter all three before the end of 2026.
The Tech Trailblazers Awards
The Tech Trailblazers Awards is a global program specifically for enterprise technology startups. The awards are open to private companies under seven years old that are privately funded or VC backed (Series C or earlier). The Firestarters bursary program is available for younger, pre-VC startups (up to 3 years old).
- Key categories: AI, big data, blockchain, cloud, containers, developer, fintech, infosecurity, internet of things, networking, storage, sustainable tech and telecoms.
- Why enter: Requires customer evidence and encourages case studies, which makes it a strong validator for your technology's real-world impact.
- Deadline: September 17, 2026
- Winners announced: December 2026
- Fees: Entry fees start at $345. Additional entries are $195.
- Learn more: techtrailblazers.com
CyberSecured Awards
Presented by the industry publication Security Today, the CyberSecured Awards recognize products that actively secure networks and cybersecurity infrastructure.
- Key categories: More than 50 categories are available, including: AI security, endpoint security, enterprise security, incident response, PEN testing, quantum computing, ransomware, and threat intelligence.
- Why enter: Your submission is evaluated by a panel of industry experts, adding a layer of credibility. Winning also provides powerful third-party validation and media exposure from a respected trade publication.
- Deadline: October 25, 2026
- Winners announced: TBD
- Fees: Entry fees start at $875, with discounts available for additional entries.
- Learn more: securitytoday.com/cybersecured-awards
Globee® Awards for Cybersecurity
Founded and operated in the United States, the Globee Awards has recognized business and workplace achievements since 2003. It's a merit-based program that recognizes achievements from established organizations, startups, teams, and individuals.
- Key categories: Innovation of the year, leadership and teams, organizational excellence (all sized companies), and cybersecurity initiatives that focus on threat awareness.
- Why enter: Nominations are encouraged from both security vendors and in-house security teams. Relevant supporting materials are encouraged and provide additional context and validation to the judges.
- Deadline: Early bird October 15, 2026
- Winners announced: March 11, 2027
- Fees: Early bird entry fees start at $592
- Learn more: globeeawards.com/cybersecurity
If you need help crafting compelling nominations or developing a repeatable awards strategy, contact us.