The judging board, comprised of leaders from North America, Europe, and the Asia-Pacific region, evaluates entrants based on operational effectiveness and measurable outcomes. According to Stephen Bennett, Group CISO at Domino's Pizza Enterprises Ltd., the program prioritizes companies that provide consistent results for the organizations they protect. This practitioner-driven model aims to distinguish vendors that have successfully earned the trust of the CISO community.

The 2026 jury includes security heads from organizations such as Standard Chartered, Temple University Health System, and the Philadelphia International Airport. These judges assess submissions to determine which solutions best strengthen enterprise resilience. Finalists for the awards are scheduled to be announced on August 20, 2026, with the winners slated for recognition at a gala held near Washington, D.C., on October 15, 2026. Organizations can submit entries via the official platform to compete across a range of cybersecurity categories.