NOMINATION HIGHLIGHTS

Dr. Anmol Agarwal is an internationally recognized cybersecurity leader who has combined technical innovation, global advocacy, and mentorship to shape the future of the industry. At Nokia, she has played a pivotal role in advancing 5G and 6G wireless security standards, ensuring that global telecommunications infrastructure is prepared to withstand emerging cyber threats and protect billions of users worldwide.

With a doctorate in Cybersecurity Analytics, Dr. Agarwal has produced peer-reviewed research and industry-recognized innovations that have directly influenced how critical infrastructure is secured. Her expertise spans artificial intelligence, secure communications, and threat detection, and her contributions are actively shaping the cybersecurity strategies of governments and major enterprises across the globe.

Beyond her technical expertise, Dr. Agarwal is a champion for diversity, inclusion, and empowerment in cybersecurity. As an adjunct professor at George Washington University, she mentors aspiring professionals and bridges the gap between research and real-world application. She is an award-winning international speaker, having delivered talks to thousands of people at over 100 events across five continents, and has shared her knowledge at influential organizations including Amazon Web Services, the United Nations, NASA, and major industry conferences.

Her leadership and advocacy have been widely recognized: named one of the Top Cybersecurity Leaders of 2025, honored as a Cyber25 Woman of Impact by the New York Stock Exchange, and selected as a finalist for the Cybersecurity Woman of the World 2025 award. She has also contributed her expertise to HuffPost, Security Magazine, the Financial Brand, and Information Week, making complex cybersecurity concepts accessible to all.

What sets Dr. Agarwal apart as a Cybersecurity Woman of the Year is her ability not only to innovate but also to elevate others. Through her leadership, mentorship, and advocacy, she is creating pathways for women and underrepresented groups in technology while driving forward the standards that make the digital world safer for everyone.