Donna Bennett, chief information security officer for the State Department, has won WashingtonExec’s 2023 Pinnacle Award for Government Cybersecurity Executive of the Year.
On Nov. 16, WashingtonExec announced the Pinnacle Awards winners during an annual event showcasing government and industry executives who notably spurred innovation for federal clients in the region. The event, attended by over 525 individuals, took place at the Ritz Carlton in McLean, Virginia.
The ceremony also paid tribute to former SAIC CEO Nazzic Keene, who was honored with the Lifetime Achievement Award in recognition of her significant career achievements and her contributions to diversity and leadership within the community.
Judges for this year’s event were Greg Baroni, Cheryl Janey and Kay Kapoor. Ultra Intelligence & Communications was the presenting sponsor.
