Accomplishments

I am honored to nominate Maryam Shoaraka, Head of Cyber Security Operations, at DCJ for the Cyber security Excellence Awards 2025. Maryam embodies the qualities of a visionary leader, a strategic thinker, and a technical expert across all core security functions, including Blue Team, Red Team, and Cyber Threat Intelligence.

Since joining our team, Maryam has made an extraordinary impact, driving significant improvements across the board. Her leadership has been instrumental in elevating the maturity levels of all our security operations. She introduced innovative strategies, streamlined processes, and implemented best practices that have greatly enhanced our organization’s resilience to cyber threats.

Maryam is not only a brilliant strategist but also an exceptional people manager. She fosters a supportive and collaborative work environment, ensuring her team’s well-being and professional growth remain a top priority. Her ability to balance technical excellence with genuine care for her team has inspired everyone around her to perform at their best.

Under her guidance, our security operations have not only improved but thrived, positioning us as a leader in cybersecurity practices. Maryam is truly making a remarkable difference in the field of cybersecurity, and I can think of no one more deserving of this recognition.