Selected by an independent board of sitting CISOs, the honorees were evaluated on their strategic impact, cross-functional leadership, and ability to navigate complex business challenges. The selection process remains strictly merit-based, excluding any paid placements or sponsorship influence. Judges noted that today's security deputies operate as force multipliers, managing regulatory exposure, third-party risk, and the governance frameworks necessary to deploy artificial intelligence at scale.
CISOs Connect Names 2026 DC100 Honorees
The 2026 DC100 list honors 100 deputy CISOs and second-in-command security leaders, recognizing executives who have pivoted from traditional defensive roles to driving enterprise-wide business transformation and responsible AI adoption.
Frank Aiello, Senior Vice President and CISO at Maximus, highlighted that these leaders are now essential to the decision-making process, moving beyond simple threat mitigation to influence product launches and market entry. The DC100 joins a broader portfolio of recognition programs by CISOs Connect, including the C100 and A100 awards, designed to map the professional trajectory of security executives from emerging talent to seasoned board-level leaders.
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