What happened
Sydney‑based cybersecurity SaaS platform MyCISO was named Startup of the Year at the 2025 Australian Information Security Association (AISA) Awards, recognising its work in transforming how organisations manage and operationalise cybersecurity programs.
Who is affected
Security leaders, risk and compliance teams, and CISOs across Australia and beyond are the primary audience for MyCISO’s platform. Notable industry practitioners such as Stephen Bennett (CISO, ASX‑listed Domino’s Pizza) rely on MyCISO for visibility across frameworks and clear risk communication.
Why CISOs should care
The award reflects growing industry recognition of solutions that move beyond static spreadsheets and fragmented tooling toward integrated security program management. MyCISO’s Security Operating System consolidates assessments, risk, compliance, maturity, third‑party security, culture, and incident response, providing CISOs with real‑time risk and maturity insights aligned to business objectives.
3 practical actions for CISOs
- Assess your tech stack gaps: Identify where manual processes are slowing program maturity and consider integrated platforms for end‑to‑end visibility.
- Benchmark risk maturity: Use unified tools or frameworks to measure and report maturity across teams and frameworks, enhancing executive and board communication.
- Explore vendor innovations: Stay informed about award‑winning solutions and emerging vendors like MyCISO as part of strategic planning for risk, compliance, and resilience initiatives.