The role of the CISO is rapidly evolving. TIME and Commvault are joining forces for a branded award to honor the leaders who are showing the way.
Modern security leaders understand the complexities of today’s data ecosystems. By operationalizing resilience, they’re pioneering the path others will follow.
We want to help by showcasing them alongside the TIME Executives of the Year: Tech & Data list in print and online— and casting a spotlight on resilience operations (ResOps).
More than recognition,
it’s about community.
This is your invitation to become part of an elite group of colleagues and peers from the companies you admire most — the people shaping the future of cyber resilience, cloud security, and AI.
Your nomination is just the beginning. Selected candidates will have access to exclusive events where they can meet powerful new contacts and expand their networks.
Commvault will send the winner to an exclusive TIME Impact dinner in New York, celebrating the honorees on the TIME Executives of the Year: Tech & Data editorial list. It’s a unique opportunity to connect with other leaders in the industry.
CRITERIA Deliver business outcomes Build across teams Design for readiness Lead with confidence Prove it in practice TIMELINE The TIME + Commvault CISO of the Year award recognizes a security leader who exemplifies modern resilience leadership through a ResOps approach. This program celebrates CISOs who treat resilience as a core business capability not just a technical function, those bridging security, IT, and operations to ensure their organizations can recover quickly, operate confidently, and innovate without increasing risk . The honoree selected by Commvault will be featured in a TIME branded article and video, with additional recognition across TIME and Commvault channels. The honoree will be invited to Commvault’s annual SHIFT event. Nominations open March 23rd. Nominations must be submitted by June 20th. We encourage early submissions to ensure full consideration during the vetting process. Sitting CISOs and senior security leaders who demonstrate excellence in resilience leadership are eligible to apply. CISOs may be nominated by a peer or self-nominate via the official landing page submission form . Nominees should embody the core criteria of ResOps leadership, including: Applications are submitted through the landing page and reviewed as part of a structured vetting process. Qualified candidates may participate in follow-up interviews, and selected finalists will be formally notified ahead of the July finalist announcement. Finalists are invited to exclusive executive experiences, including participation in private events facilitated by Commvault. Commvault will notify the CISO of the Year winner by July 31, 2026. The CISO of the Year winner will be publicly announced on September 22, 2026. The announcement will include a TIME branded article and video, official Commvault press coverage, and amplification across digital, social, and executive channels. The program is designed to recognize Chief Information Security Officers and equivalent senior security leaders who are accountable for enterprise resilience and business continuity. If your role carries CISO-level responsibility for resilience, recovery, and security operations—even if your title varies—you are encouraged to submit or be nominated.
Expert Panel Ross Abbott CEO at SINC USA Jay Cavalcanto CIO at Constellation Energy Shelly Kramer Principal Analyst at Kramer & Co With unparalleled access to the world’s most influential people, the trust of consumers and partners globally, and an unrivaled power to convene, TIME’s mission is to tell the essential stories of the people and ideas that shape and improve the world. Leading the way in modern enterprise security through ResOps. Disclaimers *Terms & Conditions Apply **Participation and acceptance of any gifts are subject to your company policies. **Public Sector and Government employees are reminded to confirm their participation and acceptance of any gift cards are permitted by applicable rules and regulations.We’re looking for leaders who:
by treating resilience as a core business capability.
by bringing security, IT, and operations together as one.
by planning for disruption and continuous recovery.
by giving the business freedom to innovate without fear.
by building trust through action and pressure-testing systems.
Nominate a leader by June 20, 2026:
Featured experiences
Virtual summit with security leaders focused on ResOps.
CISO field dinners open to anyone, not just finalists.
Exclusive CISO of the Year candidate group in the FIFA World Cup in Miami.
TIME Impact dinner in New York, alongside honorees on the TIME Executives of the Year: Tech & Data editorial list.
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