About the awards

Recognising the defence and national security workforce

The Defence & National Security Workforce Awards program gives businesses in this sector an opportunity to celebrate the achievements of their rising stars, spotlight their innovative workforce programs, and showcase why they are the industry’s employer of choice.

The awards program recognises up-and-comers and initiatives from across the industry, from the best technical, operations, and communications specialists under 35 to the nation’s leading reserve support and training development programs.

The awards are open to all businesses operating in Australia’s defence and national security supply chain, so don’t miss your chance to win one of these coveted awards and reap the benefits of a prestigious accolade.

Take the first step to national recognition and submit your nomination for the Defence & National Security Workforce Awards 2026.

Why enter the Defence & National Security Workforce Awards 2026?

Gain national recognition and elevate yourself or your business in front of leading names in the Australian defence and national security sector.

STAND OUT IN A COMPETITIVE MARKETPLACE

The awards program will recognise the top-performing up-and-comers in the defence and national security sector, including technical specialists, project managers, and communications specialists under 35. Submit your application today to be recognised in front of industry leaders.

HIGHLIGHT YOUR EXPERIENCE IN DELIVERING HIGH-LEVEL NATIONAL SECURITY PROGRAMS

Shine a spotlight on your organisation’s workforce initiatives that are transforming the way security professionals operate. With a judging panel including former senior ADF leaders, academics, business executives, entrepreneurs, and innovators, the awards are a peer reviewed opportunity to showcase your organisation’s solutions for Australia’s technological transformation.

GAIN RECOGNITION FOR YOUR CONTRIBUTION TO STRENGTHENING AUSTRALIA’S NATIONAL SECURITY

Highlight your organisation’s solutions to upskilling and strengthening Australia’s defence and national security workforce. With security solutions essential to Australia’s safety and security, the Defence & National Security Workforce Awards provide an opportunity for your business to showcase how it is energising its workforce and why it is an employer of choice.