Maestro Awards 2026: Honouring Excellence in Cybersecurity
Welcome to the Maestro Awards 2026, a prestigious event hosted by Security BSides Ahmedabad. This event is dedicated to recognizing and celebrating the outstanding achievements and contributions within the cybersecurity industry. The Maestro Awards are more than just accolades; they represent a commitment to innovation, leadership, and the relentless pursuit of excellence in the ever-evolving landscape of cybersecurity.
Organised by Security BSides Ahmedabad, a renowned conference for cybersecurity professionals, researchers, and enthusiasts, the Maestro Awards aim to shine a spotlight on the individuals, teams, and organisations that have significantly impacted their respective fields. Below is the list of Award categories for the Maestro Awards 2026:
- Breakthrough Technology Startup of the Year Award
- Leader in Cybersecurity Talent Acquisition
- Excellence in AI-Powered Application Security
- Excellence in Cybersecurity Training
- Best University for Cybersecurity Excellence
- Cybersecurity Influencer of the Year
- Women in Cybersecurity Advocate of the Year
- CISO of the year
- CIO of the year
- Excellence in Runtime-Based Vulnerability Prioritization
- Excellence in Identity Security & Access Management
- Excellence in Developer-Centric Security
- Excellence in Data Privacy Innovation
- Excellence in Security Awareness Innovation
- Excellence in Predictive Cyber Intelligence
- India Cyber Cop of the Year
Maestro Awards 2026: Entry Guidelines
Thank you for your interest in participating in the Maestro Awards 2026, hosted by Security BSides Ahmedabad. Please carefully review the following entry guidelines before submitting your nomination.
Eligibility Criteria:
Who Can Enter:
Individuals, teams, organisations, and startups in the cybersecurity industry are eligible to enter.Self-nominations and third-party nominations are both accepted.
Categories:
Review the list of award categories and select the one that best fits the achievements of the nominee. A nominee can be submitted for multiple categories if applicable.
Timeframe:
Nominations should focus on achievements and contributions made during the past years (August 2022 - August 2026).
Submission Requirements
Nomination Form:
Complete the official Maestro Awards 2026 nomination form, providing all requested information. Incomplete submissions may not be considered.Be sure to select the correct award category and provide a thorough and accurate summary of achievements.
Supporting Documentation:
Include any relevant documents (e.g., CV, project reports, case studies, testimonials, media coverage) that support the nomination. These documents should highlight the nominee’s qualifications, achievements, and impact.All supporting documents should be uploaded in PDF format and should not exceed 10 pages in total.
References:
Provide contact details for two professional references who can verify the nominee’s contributions and accomplishments. These references may be contacted during the evaluation process.
Additional Information
Confidentiality:
All submitted information will be treated with strict confidentiality and used solely for the purpose of evaluating the nomination.
Publicity:
By submitting a nomination, you agree that the nominee’s name and achievements may be used in Maestro Awards 2026 promotional materials, including the awards ceremony and press releases.
Contact Information:
For any questions or further assistance, please contact the Maestro Awards team at [info@bsidesahmedabad.in].
Meet Our Jury
Ajit Hatti
Founder at PureID
Ajit Hatti Founder at PureID
Abhijeth Dugginapeddi
Cybersecurity Leader, Advisor and Adjunct Professor