The ChicagoCISO ORBIE Awards for 2026 have announced their honorees, recognizing chief information security officers from six prominent organizations across financial services, healthcare, and technology sectors. The awards celebrate security leaders from CNA Financial, Paychex, Inc., Intermountain Health, Fitch Group, Hagerty Insurance, and Chicago Trading.
The ORBIE Awards program, organized by ChicagoCISO, serves as a regional recognition platform for information security executives who demonstrate exceptional leadership in protecting their organizations. The awards evaluate candidates based on their security program effectiveness, innovation in addressing emerging threats, and contributions to the broader security community.
This year's honorees represent diverse industries facing distinct security challenges. Financial services organizations like CNA Financial and Fitch Group must protect sensitive financial data and comply with strict regulatory requirements. Healthcare provider Intermountain Health faces unique challenges securing patient information under HIPAA regulations. Insurance companies Paychex and Hagerty Insurance manage vast amounts of personal data requiring robust protection measures.
The recognition comes at a time when CISOs face mounting pressure from increasingly sophisticated cyber threats, expanding regulatory requirements, and growing board-level scrutiny of security programs. Organizations across all sectors continue to elevate the CISO role, with many now reporting directly to CEOs or boards of directors.
Security professionals interested in the ORBIE Awards program can review selection criteria and nomination processes through ChicagoCISO. The awards provide valuable benchmarking opportunities for security teams looking to understand industry best practices and leadership standards. Organizations seeking to strengthen their security leadership may benefit from studying the programs and approaches of recognized honorees.
Source: https://ca.finance.yahoo.com/news/2026-chicagociso-orbie-awards-recognize-184800567.html