Craig Ford Named MVP of the Security Industry at the 2025 Australian Women in Security Awards

We are thrilled to share that Craig Ford, founder of Cyber Unicorns, has been awarded the MVP of the Security Industry at the 2025 Australian Women in Security Awards (WISAwards), proudly sponsored by Source2Create.

Each year, this prestigious award recognises individuals who embody the spirit of an unsung hero, champion, mentor, and volunteer within the cybersecurity and protective security community. This year, Craig was recognised as the standout leader whose impact extends across education, innovation, and advocacy.

Why Craig Ford Was Recognised

With more than two decades of experience spanning blue, red, and purple teams, Craig has:

• Built security frameworks for leading organisations.
• Founded Cyber Unicorns, a company dedicated to cybersecurity education and awareness.
• Authored best-selling books that empower readers of all ages to understand and navigate the digital world.
• Mentored and uplifted underrepresented voices, including women, non-binary individuals, and those breaking into the industry.
• Served as a Director of AISA, sharing knowledge and leadership across the industry.

Craig’s approach is rooted in empathy, equity, and empowerment. From students to seniors, he has dedicated his work to making cybersecurity more accessible, inclusive, and impactful for all.

Celebrating Leadership and Community Impact

Abigail Swabey, CEO of Source2Create and sponsor of the award, described the MVP as someone who truly exemplifies leadership, innovation, and positive change in cybersecurity. Craig’s work is a testament to this ethos—consistently going above and beyond to not only strengthen security frameworks but also to build bridges across communities.

Tonight, and always, we celebrate Craig for his remarkable achievements, his dedication to lifting others, and his vision for a safer and more inclusive digital future.

Congratulations, Craig, on being named the 2025 MVP of the Security Industry! 🎉