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Each year, the Security Institute Awards celebrate the outstanding achievements, dedication, and innovation within the security profession. These awards honour individuals, teams, and organisations who have gone above and beyond to protect people, communities, and organisations – recognising excellence across learning, leadership, research, volunteering, and lifetime contributions.
The 2025 Awards include a diverse range of categories, from recognising emerging young professionals and academic achievements, to celebrating innovation, international impact, and exceptional lifetime service. Together, they showcase the very best of our profession and the people who inspire us all.
Explore the award categories below and discover how we are recognising those who make a lasting difference to the future of security.
Outstanding Contribution to Security Award, In memory of George van Schalkwyk :
This is awarded to a Security Institute member who has made an outstanding contribution to the security profession.
Who can be nominated: Security Institute members, including self-nomination.
Institute Learner of the Year Award, In honour of John Aplin:
Celebrating members who have successfully completed their Institute Certificate, Diploma, or Advanced Diploma within the last 2 years and applied their learning in practice.
Who can be nominated: Security Institute members, including self-nomination.
Outstanding Young Professional Award, In memory of Baroness Ruth Henig:
Recognising the next generation of security leaders under 35 who are part of the Security Institute Scholarship.
Who can be nominated: Security Institute Scholarship individuals only (no external nominations).
International Achiever of the Year Award
Awarded to a Security Institute member who has made a significant contribution to security outside the UK.
Who can be nominated: Security Institute members, including self-nomination.
Academic Achiever of the Year Award, In memory of Wilf Knight:
Recognising innovative and impactful research from university students.
Who can be nominated: Universities may submit one nomination per department per year. No self-nominations.
Volunteer of the Year Award
Celebrating members who have given exceptional voluntary service to the Institute (e.g., advisory groups, validation board, events, mentoring).
Who can be nominated: Nominations only from Head Office, Directors, or Advisors (not open to general submissions).
EDI Initiative of the Year Award
Recognising contributions and initiatives that promote Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion within the security sector.
Who can be nominated: Open to all, including self-nomination.
Security Innovation or Product of the Year Award
Awarded to an organisation, team, or individual for launching initiatives, products, or training programmes that improve security.
Who can be nominated: Open to all, including self-nomination.
Lifetime Achievement Award
Celebrating an outstanding professional who has made a lasting lifetime contribution to the security profession.
Who can be nominated: Directors’ choice only (not open for public nominations).
How do I nominate?
To nominate yourself or a colleague for one of the available awards, please follow this link: ‘Nomination Form’ All nominations must include a minimum of 150 words explaining why the individual, team, or initiative deserves to be shortlisted.
When do nominations close?
Nominations close on 6th October 2025. This allows us adequate time to review, shortlist, and judge the finalists.
Who can be nominated?
Eligibility varies by category. Some awards are open to all Security Institute members (including self-nominations), while others are restricted (e.g., academic submissions from universities, or Directors’ choice awards). Please check the award descriptions carefully before submitting.
Can I nominate myself?
Yes – self-nominations are welcome in most categories (except those limited to Directors’ choice, scholarships, or university-only submissions).
Can I nominate more than one person?
Yes – you may submit multiple nominations across different categories, provided each includes a unique 150-word supporting statement.
What happens after I submit a nomination?
Nominations are reviewed by a judging panel made up of Directors, Members, and Head Office representatives. Shortlisted finalists will be contacted directly ahead of the awards ceremony.
When are the winners announced?
Winners will be announced at the 2025 Security Institute Awards Ceremony. To book your ticket please follow the link>> Book Now!