Award Honorees
2006 Award Winners
The Information Systems Security Association is pleased to announce its 2006 Award Winners.
It is the intent of ISSA to recognize annually, individuals and organizations who have made significant contributions to ISSA and/or the information security profession. The awards guidelines are available for your reference.
The following 2006 awards have been presented:
Hall of Fame
Individuals identified below have been elected to the ISSA Hall of Fame in recognition for an individual's contribution to, and for the advancement of the information security profession.
- William Tompkins, CISSP, CBCP
Chapter of the Year
A prestigious recognition that the association bestows upon a chapter in recognition of their contribution to the ISSA and their community.
- ISSA UK Chapter
Phil Cracknell, President
Communication Program of the Year
A prestigious recognition that the association bestows upon a chapter in recognition of their contribution to the ISSA and the Security Profession through the use of a chapter’s efforts to communicate with its members both with its newsletter and website.
- Capitol of Texas Chapter
Security Professional of the Year Award
A prestigious recognition that the association bestows upon an individual in recognition of an individual member’s contribution to the ISSA.
- Sherry R. Voit, NSA-IAM, NSA-IEM
Outstanding Organization of the Year
A prestigious recognition that the association bestows upon a company in recognition of their contribution to the ISSA and the Security Profession.
- Nortel Government Solutions
Bob Dunn, President
President’s Award for Outstanding Service
A prestigious recognition that the association bestows in recognition of the individual's outstanding service during the transition.
- Robert W. Daniels, J.D., CISSP
- Kevin L. Richards, CISSP
The 2006 International Awards were presented by the Information Systems Security Association at its Annual Meeting on September 19, 2007 in San Francisco, California.
2005 Award Winners
The Information Systems Security Association is pleased to announce its 2005 Award Winners.
It is the intent of ISSA to recognize annually, individuals and organizations who have made significant contributions to ISSA and/or the information security profession. The awards guidelines are available for your reference.
The following 2005 awards have been presented:
Hall of Fame
Individuals identified below have been elected to the ISSA Hall of Fame in recognition for an individual's contribution to, and for the advancement of the information security profession.
- Alan Paller
- Fred Piper
Honor Roll
Individuals identified below have been elected to the ISSA Honor Roll in recognition of sustained meritorious conduct and contribution to, and for the advancement of the ISSA.
- George J. Proeller, D.CS., CISSP, ISSAP, ISSMP, CISM, GSLC
- Mark L. Spencer, CISSP, IAM, IEM
Chapter of the Year
A prestigious recognition that the association bestows upon a chapter in recognition of their contribution to the ISSA and their community.
- ISSA Colorado Springs Chapter
George J. Proeller, D.CS., CISSP, ISSAP, ISSMP, CISM, GSLC
President, ISSA-COS - ISSA UK Chapter
Richard R. Starnes, President, MSc, CISSP (Lead CBK Instructor), BS7799 Auditor, MCSE
President, ISSA-UK
Communication Program of the Year
A prestigious recognition that the association bestows upon a chapter in recognition of their contribution to the ISSA and the Security Profession through the use of a chapter’s efforts to communicate with its members both with its newsletter and website.
- Capitol of Texas Chapter
Security Professional of the Year Award
A prestigious recognition that the association bestows upon an individual in recognition of an individual member’s contribution to the ISSA.
- Vern Williams
The 2005 International Awards were presented by the Information Systems Security Association at its Annual Meeting on September 22, 2006 in San Francisco, California.
2004 Award Winners
The Information Systems Security Association is pleased to announce its 2004 Award Winners.
It is the intent of ISSA to recognize annually, individuals and organizations who have made significant contributions to ISSA and/or the information security profession. The awards guidelines are available for your reference.
The following 2004 awards have been presented:
Hall of Fame
Individuals identified below have been elected to the ISSA Hall of Fame in recognition for an individual's contribution to, and for the advancement of the information security profession.
- Richard Mosher, CISSP, CBCP
- Michel E. Kabay, PhD, CISSP
- Sanford Sherizen, Ph.D., CISSP
- James R. Wade, CISSP
Honor Roll
Individuals identified below have been elected to the ISSA Honor Roll in recognition of sustained meritorious conduct and contribution to, and for the advancement of the ISSA.
- Gerald Isaacson, CISSP
- Anne M. Rogers, CISSP, PMP, CDP, IAM, IEM
Outstanding Organization of the Year
A prestigious recognition that the association bestows upon a company in recognition of their contribution to the ISSA and the Security Profession.
- Colorado Technical University, Colorado Springs, CO
- Greg Mitchell, President
Chapter of the Year
A prestigious recognition that the association bestows upon a chapter in recognition of their contribution to the ISSA and their community.
- Northern Virginia
Howard "Skip" Chapman, CISSP, NSA-IAM
President, ISSA NOVA Chapter
President’s Award for Communication Program of the Year
A prestigious recognition that the association bestows upon a chapter in recognition of their contribution to the ISSA and the Security Profession through the use of a chapter’s efforts to communicate with its members both with its newsletter and website.
- Howard "Skip" Chapman, CISSP, NSA-IAM
- President, ISSA NOVA Chapter
President’s Award for Public Service
A prestigious recognition that the association bestows upon an individual in recognition of their contribution to ISSA and the Security Profession.
- Karen S. Evans
- Administrator of E-Government and Information Technology Office of Management and Budget
Security Professional of the Year Award
A prestigious recognition that the association bestows upon an individual in recognition of an individual member’s contribution to the ISSA.
- Anne M. Rogers, CISSP, PMP, CDP, IAM, IEM
Special Vendor Award
A special recognition that the association bestows on an organization as an "Exemplary Champion" of the ISSA by its dedication and support of various initiatives.
- SPI Dynamics
- Brian Cohen, President and CEO
The 2004 ISSA awards were announced at the 2004 InfoSecurity Conference on December 8, 2004. Congratulations to all Award Recipients!
2003 Award Winners
The Information Systems Security Association is pleased to announce its 2003 Award Winners.
It is the intent of ISSA to recognize annually, individuals and organizations who have made significant contributions to ISSA and/or the information security profession. The awards guidelines are available for your reference.
The following 2003 awards have been presented:
Hall of Fame
Individuals identified below have been elected to the ISSA Hall of Fame in recognition for an individual's contribution to, and for the advancement of the information security profession.
- Andrew Briney, CISSP
- Dorothy E. Denning, PhD
- Howard A. Schmidt, CISSP, CISM
- Ira Winkler
Honor Roll
Individuals identified below have been elected to the ISSA Honor Roll in recognition of sustained meritorious conduct and contribution to, and for the advancement of the ISSA.
- Sandra M. Lambert, CISSP, CDP, MBA
Outstanding Organization of the Year
A prestigious recognition that the association bestows upon a company in recognition of their contribution to the ISSA and the Security Profession.
- Vanguard Integrity Professionals, Ronn H. Bailey CEO/CTO
Chapter of the Year
A prestigious recognition that the association bestows upon a chapter in recognition of their contribution to the ISSA and their community.
- Silicon Valley Chapter, Nancy Bianco - President
President’s Award for Communication Program of the Year
A prestigious recognition that the association bestows upon a chapter in recognition of their contribution to the ISSA and the Security Profession through the use of a chapter’s efforts to communicate with its members both with its newsletter and website.
- Denver Chapter, Betty Pierce - President
President’s Award for Public Service
A prestigious recognition that the association bestows upon an individual in recognition of their contribution to ISSA and the Security Profession.
- Richard A. Clarke
Security Professional of the Year Award
A prestigious recognition that the association bestows upon an individual in recognition of an individual member’s contribution to the ISSA.
- John Thompson, CISSP
The 2003 ISSA awards were announced at the 2003 InfoSecurity Conference on December 10, 2003. Congratulations to all Award Recipients!
2002 Award Winners
The Information Systems Security Association is pleased to announce its 2002 Award Winners.
It is the intent of ISSA to recognize annually, individuals and organizations who have made significant contributions to ISSA and/or the information security profession. The awards guidelines are available for your reference.
The following 2002 awards have been presented:
Hall of Fame
Individuals identified below have been elected to the ISSA Hall of Fame in recognition for an individual's contribution to, and for the advancement of the information security profession.
- Donald Evans, CISSP
Honor Roll
Individuals identified below have been elected to the ISSA Honor Roll in recognition of sustained meritorious conduct and contribution to, and for the advancement of the ISSA.
- Ronald Helsley, CISSP
- William Tompkins, CISSP
- Alex Woda
Security Professional of the Year
A prestigious recognition that the association bestows upon an individual in recognition of an individual member’s contribution to the ISSA.
- Joanne Ashland, CISSP, GCIH, GSEC
Outstanding Organization of the Year
A prestigious recognition that the association bestows upon a company in recognition of their contribution to the ISSA and the Security Profession.
- Consul Risk Management BV, Koen Bouwers, CEO
Chapter of the Year
A prestigious recognition that the association bestows upon a chapter in recognition of their contribution to the ISSA and their community.
- Minnesota Chapter, Kelley Archer - President
Communication Program of the Year
A prestigious recognition that the association bestows upon a chapter in recognition of their contribution to the ISSA and the Security Profession through the use of a chapter’s efforts to communicate with its members both with its newsletter and website.
- Middle Tennessee Chapter, Craig Zimberg - President
Outstanding Public Service
A prestigious recognition that the association bestows upon an individual in recognition of their contribution to ISSA and the Security Profession.
- John Austen
The 2002 ISSA awards were announced at the 2003 InfoSecurity Conference on April 29, 2003. Congratulations to all Award Recipients!
2001 Award Winners
The Information Systems Security Association is pleased to announce its 2001 Award Winners.
It is the intent of ISSA to recognize annually, individuals and organizations who have made significant contributions to ISSA and/or the information security profession. The awards guidelines are available for your reference.
The following 2001 awards have been presented:
Hall of Fame
Individuals identified below have been elected to the ISSA Hall of Fame in recognition for an individual's contribution to, and for the advancement of the information security profession.
- Dr. Eugene Schultz
- Bruce Schneier
Honor Roll
Individuals identified below have been elected to the ISSA Honor Roll in recognition of sustained meritorious conduct and contribution to, and for the advancement of the ISSA.
- Dr. Eugene Schultz
- Steve Haydostian, CISSP
- Candy Alexander, CISSP
- Howard A. Schmidt
Security Professional of the Year
A prestigious recognition that the association bestows upon an individual in recognition of an individual member’s contribution to the ISSA.
- June Dabbs
Outstanding Organization of the Year
A prestigious recognition that the association bestows upon a company in recognition of their contribution to the ISSA and the Security Profession.
- Foundstone, Inc.
Chapter of the Year
A prestigious recognition that the association bestows upon a chapter in recognition of their contribution to the ISSA and their community.
- New England Chapter, Candy Alexander - President
Newsletter of the Year
- Kansas City Chapter, Claire Martin - Editor Website of the Year
- Metro Atlanta Chapter, Adam Rogers - Webmaster
Award of Excellence
- Edward Norris, CISSP
The 2001 ISSA awards were announced at the 2002 Annual Meeting in June of 2002. Congratulations to all Award Recipients!
2000 Award Winners
The Information Systems Security Association is pleased to announce its 2000 Award Winners.
It is the intent of ISSA to recognize annually, individuals and organizations who have made significant contributions to ISSA and/or the information security profession. The awards guidelines are available for your reference.
The following 2000 awards have been presented:
Hall of Fame
Individuals identified below have been elected to the ISSA Hall of Fame in recognition for an individual's contribution to, and for the advancement of the information security profession.
- Eugene H. Spafford
- Thomas Peltier
- Marcus Ranum
Honor Roll
Individuals identified below have been elected to the ISSA Honor Roll in recognition of sustained meritorious conduct and contribution to, and for the advancement of the ISSA.
- Edward Norris, CISSP
- David M. Cullinane, CISSP, CPP
- Richard Mosher, CISSP, CBCP
- Donald Evans, CISSP
Security Professional of the Year
A prestigious recognition that the association bestows upon an individual in recognition of an individual member’s contribution to the ISSA.
- Candy Alexander, CISSP
Outstanding Organization of the Year
A prestigious recognition that the association bestows upon a company in recognition of their contribution to the ISSA and the Security Profession.
- Ernst & Young
Chapter of the Year
A prestigious recognition that the association bestows upon a chapter in recognition of their contribution to the ISSA and their community.
- New England Chapter
Newsletter of the Year
Kansas City Chapter Website of the Year
- New York Metro Chapter
Award of Excellence
- Edward Norris, CISSP
The 2000 ISSA awards were announced at the 2001 Annual Meeting in June of 2001. Congratulations to all Award Recipients!
1999 Award Winners
The Information Systems Security Association is pleased to announce its 1999 Award Winners.
It is the intent of ISSA to recognize annually, individuals and organizations who have made significant contributions to ISSA and/or the information security profession. The awards guidelines are available for your reference.
The following 1999 awards have been presented:
Hall of Fame
Individuals identified below have been elected to the ISSA Hall of Fame in recognition for an individual's contribution to, and for the advancement of the information security profession.
- Donn Parker, CISSP
- Harold F. Tipton, CISSP
- William H. Murracy, CISSP
- Scott Charney
- Sandra Lambert, CISSP, CDP, CISA
Honor Roll
Individuals identified below have been elected to the ISSA Honor Roll in recognition of sustained meritorious conduct and contribution to, and for the advancement of the ISSA.
- Donald Evans, CISSP, FLMI
- Gerald L. Kovacich, CISSP, CFE, ISO, CPP
- Harold F. Tipton, CISSP
- William H. Murray, CISSP
- Richard W. Owen Jr., CISSP
- James Duffy, CISSP
Security Professional of the Year
A prestigious recognition that the association bestows upon an individual in recognition of an individual member’s contribution to the ISSA.
- Nena Young, CRP, CBCP
Outstanding Organization of the Year
A prestigious recognition that the association bestows upon a company in recognition of their contribution to the ISSA and the Security Profession.
- Ernst & Young
Chapter of the Year
A prestigious recognition that the association bestows upon a chapter in recognition of their contribution to the ISSA and their community.
- Capitol of Texas Chapter, Ronald E. Helsley - President
Website of the Year
- New York Metro Chapter, Wilfred Camilleiri - Webmaster
Award of Excellence
- Edward Norris, CISSP
The 1999 ISSA awards were announced at the 2000 Annual Meeting in June of 2000. Congratulations to all Award Recipients!
1998 Award Winners
The Information Systems Security Association is pleased to announce its 1998 Award Winners.
It is the intent of ISSA to recognize annually, individuals and organizations who have made significant contributions to ISSA and/or the information security profession. The awards guidelines are available for your reference.
The following 1998 awards have been presented:
Honor Roll
Individuals identified below have been elected to the ISSA Honor Roll in recognition of sustained meritorious conduct and contribution to, and for the advancement of the ISSA.
- Patricia A. Gilmore, CISSP
Individual Contribution to the ISSA
- J. Louis Lambert
- Robin L. Wheeler, CISSP
Individual Achievement
- Gary E. Brooks
- Steve Hunt
Security Professional of the Year
A prestigious recognition that the association bestows upon an individual in recognition of an individual member’s contribution to the ISSA.
- Thomas R. Peltier, CISSP
Outstanding Organization of the Year
A prestigious recognition that the association bestows upon a company in recognition of their contribution to the ISSA and the Security Profession.
- SANS Institute
Chapter of the Year
A prestigious recognition that the association bestows upon a chapter in recognition of their contribution to the ISSA and their community.
- Capitol of Texas Chapter, Ronald E. Helsley – President
Website of the Year
- New England Chapter, Richard Van Horn, CISA – Webmaster
The 1998 ISSA awards were announced at the 1999 Annual Meeting in June of 1999. Congratulations to all Award Recipients!