Security Industry Association Named 2026 RISE Honorees
The trade group recognized 25 emerging professionals for their contributions across six distinct categories.
Updated on Sept. 29, 2026 in Cybersecurity
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The Security Industry Association (SIA) has named the 25 recipients of its 2026 25 on the RISE Awards. This program honors emerging talent within the security sector for their work in areas including innovation and leadership.
Why it matters
The annual initiative highlights the contributions of the next generation of security professionals. By celebrating emerging talent, the program aims to bolster professional development and encourage long-term industry growth.
The awards span six specific categories: Branding, Culture, Frontline, Growth, Innovation, and Leadership. Nominees must be under 40 years old or possess less than two years of industry experience to qualify.
The players
Security Industry Association
The Security Industry Association is a trade association representing global security solution providers.
Axis Communications
Axis Communications is a technology company that provides network solutions in video surveillance and access control.
Genetec
Genetec is a provider of open-architecture security software, hardware, and cloud-based services.
The details
Administered by the SIA's RISE community, the program is supported by corporate sponsors including Axis Communications, Genetec, Grid Squared Systems, and HID. The selected class will be formally honored at the upcoming Securing New Ground conference.
Timeline
The 2026 award recipients were announced on September 29, 2026.
Roadmap
This recognition program reflects a broader industry shift toward formalizing talent development pipelines to address the security sector's aging workforce. By incentivizing early-career contributions, the association aligns its growth strategy with emerging technological demands.
The awards provide honorees with direct funding to attend the Securing New Ground conference for networking and professional recognition. For industry participants, this highlights the specific firms and leadership styles currently gaining traction within the security market.
The takeaway
Investment in early-career talent serves as a strategic marker for the long-term health of the security industry. Professionals looking to advance should track these recognized leaders as indicators of emerging best practices.
Further reading
For additional context on professional development in the sector, visit Cybersecurity.
More information
Access the Program information and award details to learn more about the 2026 class.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Security Info Watch.
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