
The 2026 ChicagoCISO ORBIE Awards recognized leading chief information security officers (CISOs) from major companies like CNA Financial, Paychex, and Intermountain Health for their outstanding leadership in cybersecurity. The awards highlight CISOs who drive business transformation and protect enterprises, with winners selected through a peer-reviewed process. This event underscores the growing importance of cybersecurity leadership in safeguarding business operations and advancing industry standards. The ceremony gathered over 300 executives and featured keynote speakers from the security field.