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Each year, the CSO Compass Awards honor individuals who demonstrate excellence, achievement and leadership in security and drive business value. Each nominee is reviewed and judged by the CSO editorial team in terms of their leadership achievements as demonstrated by the depth and breadth of initiatives, creativity and specific measurable results.

Submit a Nomination for the CSO Compass Awards

FAQs

How Nominations Are Judged
Each nominee is reviewed and judged by the CSO editorial team in terms of their leadership achievements as demonstrated by the depth and breadth of initiatives, creativity and specific measurable results.

Is there a fee to apply for to apply?
There is no fee.

When will I find out if my entry has been accepted?
After completing your entry and choosing the “Submit” button, you should receive confirmation that your entry was submitted. For each program, expect to hear an update on the status of your application 4-6 weeks from the submitted deadline.

What kind of recognition is involved in the awards programs?
The Compass award honorees are featured online at csoonline.com. Onsite, they are offered the opportunity to lead a lunchtime discussion about the key strategies and tactics involved in their award-winning project. Select honorees will be offered speaking opportunities to present their case study and/or participate in a panel discussion on the main stage.