The sixth year of National Cyber Awards prioritises excellence in cybersecurity to support new UK cybersecurity and resilience bill.

London, UK, 29th July 2024 - The National Cyber Awards, a prestigious event recognising outstanding contributions and achievements in cybersecurity, is proud to announce its sixth annual ceremony taking place in London on 23rd of September 2024, the Monday evening preceding the annual International Cyber Expo . Established as a hallmark of excellence in the industry, the awards highlight innovation, resilience, and dedication in safeguarding our digital landscape.

The new UK government has recognised the importance of the evolving cyber threat landscape facing organisations including recent high-profile cyber-attacks affecting the NHS and the Ministry of Defence. A new Cyber Security and Resilience Bill will focus on critical infrastructure providers and introduce mandatory ransomware reporting, to further protect infrastructure and supply chains and understand scales of threats. The proposed legislation will also give new powers to regulators and expand the scope of existing regulations.

Established as a hallmark of excellence in the industry, the National Cyber Awards is designed to encourage the safeguarding the digital landscape as well as the continuous improvement and the adoption of best practices to ensure cybersecurity is prioritised across the globe.

RT Hon Keir Starmer , Prime Minister of the United Kingdom said: “The National Cyber Awards are a wonderful way to reward, celebrate and showcase the work of those who are committed to keeping us safe. Please pass on my warmest congratulations to the winners who are an inspiration to everyone across the sector who wish to protect others.”

"It’s important that we recognise the hard work from across the industry that goes into understanding and tackling the ever changing threats that we face. Events like these, which we’re delighted to be a part of, help showcase the incredible skill and talent keeping us safe and inspire future generations” comments Andrea Thompson, Managing Director, BAE Systems Digital Intelligence.

Sponsored by leading organisations in cybersecurity, including Headline Sponsor BAE Systems, as well as IBM, Fortinet, Qualys, UK Cyber Security Council, Chartered Institute of Information Security, TechUK, SANS Institute, Trowers & Hamlins. And supported by the Cabinet Office, National Police Chiefs Council (NPCC), the National Crime Agency (NCA), Ministry of Defence, the 2024 awards promises to be a landmark event in the cybersecurity event calendar.

The awards ceremony will feature categories spanning from The Cyber Citizen of the Year, The Cyber Student of the Year, and The Cyber Policing Team of the Year, all the way through to The Prime Minister's Award for Cyber. Nominees and winners will be celebrated for their significant impacts in securing cyberspace against evolving threats.

Tickets and tables for the event are now available for purchase. For inquiries or to secure your table, or sponsorship opportunities, please contact [email protected] or visit www.thenationalcyberawards.org to buy individual tickets.