It's time to give a great CISO the recognition they deserve.
The CapitalCISO ORBIE Awards honors CISOs in the Capital area who have demonstrated excellence in technology leadership. Finalists are typically recognized in multiple categories, based on the size and scope of their organization and responsibilities.
Anyone may nominate a deserving CISO. Who will you nominate?
2026 CapitalCISO ORBIE Events
ORBIE Leadership Reception
March 2026 / Appian Headquarters
The ORBIE Leadership Reception recognizes the 2026 CapitalCISO ORBIE nominees - executive leaders driving innovation & transforming Capital's leading organizations.
Finalist Reception & Dinner
May 2026 / The Army and Navy Club
Meet your 2026 CapitalCISO ORBIE Finalists at the annual four-course gourmet chef’s dinner with sommelier-matched wine pairings.
CapitalCISO ORBIE Awards
June 2026 / The Ritz-Carlton, Tysons Corner
The winners of the 2026 CapitalCISO ORBIE Awards are announced live at this broadcast-quality, professionally produced awards ceremony.
2026 CapitalCISO ORBIE Partners
CapitalCISO ORBIE Awards Partners are trusted collaborators and supporters of ORBIE finalists who are invited experience the unique opportunity of recognizing the senior technology leadership of top organizations in the Capital area at ORBIE Award events.