Having been previously recognized as one of IT World Canada’s Top 20 Canadian Women in Cyber Security in 2020, and the Canadian Women in Cybersecurity Woman of the Year by SiberX in 2021, Adriana is being celebrated again for her outstanding contributions to cyber security and privacy. Named #5 out of 20 on the Cyber Security Professionals and Thought Leaders category of the exclusive IFSEC Global “Top Influencers in Security & Fire” for 2022, Adriana has become a force in the industry.

“I am so proud to be named on the IFSEC Global Top Security Influencer list.” says Adriana. “It’s a great honour and privilege to be in the company of so many well deserving security and privacy professionals. I think it speaks to the tireless efforts of so many to keep customers and organizations safe in today’s uncertain times. To those that nominated and believe in me, thank you.”

With more than two decades in the enterprise and financial world, Adriana is known globally for her strategic work and her trend-setting security and privacy programs. She is one of most trusted voices in this industry, speaking at events around the world, and working to educate and motivate, building up the next generation of women in the cyber security and privacy field.

From their website, the IFSEC Global Influencer states that the Security & Fire Awards have taken place since 2014 on an annual basis, and are designed to generate positivity across the industry by recognizing the talent and efforts of some of the leading individuals tirelessly working to develop the security and fire safety sectors. The awards are designed to be as internationally representative as possible, showcasing the security industry as a global network of professionals all working towards the same goals – to keep people and assets, safe. Chosen based on nominations judged by a panel of highly respected judges, the influencers span several categories (six specifically for security), with nominees and winners coming from across the globe.

They also state “We’d also like to thank everyone who submitted a nomination, and congratulate all those who were nominated, whether they are named here or not – both the quality and quantity of entries was extremely high this year. It is quite clear the passion so many of the professionals involved in security and fire safety hold for their respective sectors.”

Congratulations, Adriana! You continue to represent the best of the cyber security and privacy industry, shaping the future we want to see in that space. We couldn’t be happier for you and we’re so lucky to have you on our team!