Region to Celebrate Top Cyber Companies, Government Contractors, and Executives on Oct 28, 2025
McLean, Va – (Oct 15, 2025) – The Northern Virginia Technology Council (NVTC), the leading trade association representing the National Capital Region’s technology community, is proud to announce the recipients of the 2025 NVTC Cyber50 Awards. As the Cyber Capital of the World, our region continues to lead the way in cybersecurity innovation, talent, and impact. This leadership is exemplified through the Cyber50 Awards, which recognize the visionary leaders, trailblazing companies, and government contractors propelling the region’s global prominence in cyber excellence.
The 50 honorees exemplify innovation, resilience, and leadership, driving advancements – many with AI – that safeguard our digital future and reinforce our region’s unmatched influence in the cybersecurity landscape.
“The Cyber50 Awards shine a spotlight on the exceptional talent and innovation that make us the Cyber Capital of the World,” said Jennifer Taylor, president and CEO of the Northern Virginia Technology Council. “These honorees are advancing cybersecurity on a global scale—protecting critical infrastructure, strengthening national security, and fueling economic growth. Congratulations to these leaders who are playing a huge role in defining the National Capital Region as the epicenter of cyber excellence.”
“Cybersecurity is not just a sector—it’s a mission,” said Greg Baroni, Chair of the NVTC Board of Directors and Chairman and CEO of Attain Enterprises. “The individuals and companies recognized this year demonstrate the power of collaboration across industry, government, and academia. Their work is essential to staying ahead of emerging threats, and NVTC is proud to celebrate their contributions to advancing the security and resilience of our connected world.”
The selection process for the Cyber50 Awards included a panel of independent judges who evaluated more than 130 nominations based on innovation, impact, and leadership in cybersecurity. Esteemed panelists included Paul Beckman (ManTech Corporation), Kevin DeSanto (KippsDeSanto & Co.), Mina Faltas (Washington Harbour), Alicia Lynch (TD SYNNEX), and Essye Miller. Their combined expertise was instrumental in selecting this year’s outstanding 50 honorees.
Honorees will be recognized at the 2025 NVTC Cyber Summit & Cyber50 Awards held on Tuesday, Oct 28, 2025, 1:00 – 7:30 PM EST, at Valo Park in Tysons.
To learn more and purchase tickets, please register here.
Congratulations to the 2025 Cyber50 Honorees:
Cyber Company/ GovCon
- 22nd Century Technologies
- Armis Federal
- ArmorText
- Babel Street
- BluOcean Cyber
- Booz Allen
- Buchanan & Edwards (BE)
- Caveonix
- Commvault
- Dark Wolf Solutions
- DTS
- Easy Dynamics
- Electrosoft Services
- Forescout
- Fortinet Federal
- GuidePoint Security
- Intelligent Waves
- MANTECH
- Neuvik
- OPSWAT
- Qualys
- RegScale
- Rubrik
- ShorePoint
- Tria Federal
- Virtru
- ZeroFox
Cyber Executives
- Michael Ambroso, Tow Six Technologies
- Raj Badhwar, Jacobs Solutions
- Sean Berg, Everfox
- Bobby Bermudez, Symposit
- Matt Calligan, ArmorText
- Meaghan Carter, Gunnison
- Patti Chanthaphone, Tyto Athene
- Kyle Fox, SOSi
- Rebecca Harness, Deltek
- Doug Howard, Pondurance
- Bhanu Jagasia, bladestack.io
- Douglas Lemott Jr., Analysis & Resilience Center for Systemic Risk (ARC)
- Steven McAndrews, National Nuclear Security Administration
- Scott Orton, Owl Cyber Defense
- Richard Robinson, Cynalytica
- Travis Rosiek, Rubrik
- Tom Terjesen, Peraton
Rising Stars
- Justin Johnson, Alpha Omega
- Ishva Kanani, AWS
- Robert Lyons, Andesite
- Brian Ngac, George Mason University
- Christy Schelich, ASRC Federal
- Matthew Sevcik, Customer Value Partners (CVP)
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About the Northern Virginia Technology Council (NVTC)
NVTC is where the region’s tech community comes together. From bold startups to Fortune 100 giants, we represent 500 members across sectors shaping the future of technology. NVTC drives innovation, fosters connections, and advocates for policies that fuel growth and position Northern Virginia as a global leader in technology. Through its initiatives in cybersecurity, gen AI, cloud computing, and beyond, NVTC empowers the tech community to shape the future. Whether it’s through policy advocacy, peer networks, or industry promotion, NVTC drives innovation that’s transforming the world. Learn more at www.nvtc.org.
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