This is the official shortlist for the Cybersec Awards
These security projects and innovations have made it to the shortlist for the Cybersec Awards, part of the Computable & Cybersec Awards 2025.
During Cybersec Europe, the final nominations will be presented, and the jury will make its decision.
A panel of experts reviewed the submissions for the Cybersec Awards, a key category of the Computable & Cybersec Awards. The winners will be selected and announced during Cybersec Europe on 21 and 22 May. The jury narrowed down the longlist to a final shortlist.
The content-focused Cybersec Awards are split into two categories:
- Best Cybersecurity Innovation Europe. This category highlights solutions, products, technologies, and approaches that offer innovative protection and/or enhance resilience in the field of cybersecurity.
- Best Cybersecurity Project Europe. This category recognizes outstanding projects and programs recently executed in the field of cybersecurity.
Below is the shortlist for both categories. Each nominee will briefly pitch their project or innovation live at Cybersec Europe on 21 May at 16:00, on the main stage in Hall 5 of Brussels Expo. The jury will follow up with questions.
Shortlist – Best Cybersecurity Project & Program
SECaaS2 – A New Standard in Government Security
Proximus NXT is delivering a new framework for Belgian public services, featuring 75 managed security services. Its cloud-first approach supports NIS2 and CyFun® compliance, significantly boosting cyber resilience. Estimated at €100 million, it’s one of Belgium’s largest cybersecurity contracts, combining technical innovation with a broad partner network.
Securing the Paris 2024 Games – Cybersecurity at a Global Event
For the Olympic and Paralympic Games in Paris, Atos Eviden deployed over 100 specialists via a 24/7 Security Operations Center. A total of 55 billion events were processed with no major incidents. The program covered identities, systems, and networks, ensuring the digital safety of this major international event.
Fortinet – Cybersecurity Skills Academy Pledge
Fortinet supports the European Cybersecurity Skills Academy by offering free training to 75,000 people over three years. Through its Training Institute and partners like VIVES University of Applied Sciences, it provides hands-on courses and NSE certifications to build skills across diverse target groups – aligning with Fortinet’s global education goals.
Quantum Security – Pilot in the Port of Rotterdam
A consortium led by Eurofiber piloted a scalable quantum network connection in the Port of Rotterdam. Through a central hub, quantum keys were exchanged across multiple endpoints, enabling secure communications for critical logistics operations. The infrastructure is scalable and applicable in other sectors.
Sa4CPS – Situational Awareness for Critical Infrastructure
The European Sa4CPS project aims to improve the cyber resilience of cyber-physical systems like ports. By combining sensor, radar, and tracking data, it creates a real-time overview of operations. Belgian partners contribute to this collaborative initiative, with insights also applicable to sectors like mobility and energy.
Shortlist – Best Cybersecurity Innovation
Atos Digital Sovereignty Toolbox
A modular framework that strengthens digital sovereignty through data protection, encryption, and control over cloud and AI environments. Supports risk assessment, regulatory compliance, and autonomy over sensitive digital assets.
Blinded Pseudonymisation Service eHealth
This service adds a security layer to Belgium’s eHealth platform by using blinded pseudonymisation. Social security numbers remain hidden from backend systems, accessible only to authorized healthcare professionals – supporting secure data exchange and privacy-by-design in new eHealth applications.
Check Point Infinity AI-Powered Innovations
An AI-driven security platform that detects and responds to threats across networks, cloud, and endpoints. It combines multiple security layers into an integrated architecture for proactive defense.
HarfangLab EDR
An Endpoint Detection & Response solution focused on early threat detection, investigation, and neutralization at the endpoint level. It provides full visibility and rapid response capabilities for suspicious activity.
Inheriti® – The World’s First 100% Decentralized Digital Inheritance & Data Backup Solution
A decentralized platform for secure transfer of digital assets and data backups without intermediaries. Uses blockchain technology to ensure confidential information remains permanently available and protected.
Jimber SASE
A Secure Access Service Edge solution that enables encrypted, secure access to applications and data from any location or device. Combines network security and access control in a cloud-native setup, designed for performance and simplicity.
OpenOTP
A secure authentication platform supporting multi-factor authentication via tokens, biometrics, mobile apps, and identity system integrations. It enhances access security with a scalable, flexible solution.
Saavi – Unlock HXM Technology Business Value, Smart & Unified
An intelligent platform that improves Human Experience Management (HXM) by integrating data from multiple sources into intuitive dashboards. Helps HR and management make better decisions with real-time insights and automated analysis.
Zen by Aikido Security
A security solution embedded directly into applications, offering real-time protection against injection attacks, DDoS traffic, bots, and suspicious outbound requests. Part of Aikido’s integrated platform for modern, fast-growing SaaS teams.
CSAF – Continuous Security Advisory Framework
A continuous advisory model that helps organizations build cyber resilience through maturity assessments, roadmaps, and real-time monitoring. Supports NIS2 compliance and provides flexible access to specialized security expertise.
Scovery Cyber Rating Solution
A cyber rating tool that offers organizations an objective score based on technical, policy, and organizational cybersecurity factors. Helps identify risks, benchmark maturity, and implement targeted improvements.
Cybersec Awards Jury
The Cybersec Awards jury is composed of leading experts:
Marc Vael (Chair, SAI.be & Chief Digital Trust Officer at Esko),
Henk Dujardin (Cyber Security Coalition),
Eddy Willems (Security Evangelist, WAVCi),
Guy Kindermans (Cybersec Europe Advisory Board),
Jan Guldentops (BA & AP University College),
Kurt Callewaert (Capyx).
Attend the Cybersec & Computable Awards Ceremony – Free Entry
In addition to the live pitches on 21 May at 16:00, Cybersec Europe will host inspiring keynote speakers like Mario Beccia, Max Schrems, and Anouk van Brug. Registration is free and open: Cybersec Europe Registration.
The awards will be presented on 22 May from 16:00.
Later this year, Cybersec Netherlands returns on 10–11 September in Utrecht. Registration opens in April, but you can already sign up to stay informed: Stay up to date.
