Cybersecurity Today TV Show Wins FISSEA 2025 People's Choice Award for Best Cybersecurity Awareness and Training Multimedia

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FISSEA Winner



Fairfax, VA — May 14, 2025 — Cybersecurity Today, the acclaimed television program dedicated to demystifying cybersecurity, has been honored with the 2025 People's Choice Award in the "Cybersecurity Awareness and Training Multimedia" category by the Federal Information Security Educators (FISSEA), a division of the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST). The award was announced during the FISSEA Spring Forum on May 13, 2025.

The FISSEA Awareness and Training Contest recognizes innovative and impactful cybersecurity education initiatives across six key categories, including multimedia formats such as blogs, videos, podcasts, and more. The People's Choice Awards are determined through public voting, reflecting the community's appreciation for outstanding contributions to cybersecurity awareness.

Cybersecurity Today has consistently delivered insightful content aimed at making complex cybersecurity topics accessible to a broad audience. The show's commitment to educating viewers on current threats, best practices, and emerging trends has established it as a trusted resource in the cybersecurity community.

"Receiving the People's Choice Award from FISSEA is a testament to our team's dedication to making cybersecurity accessible and engaging," said Jim Wiggins, host and executive producer of Cybersecurity Today. "We are grateful to our viewers and the broader community for their support and recognition."

About Cybersecurity Today

Cybersecurity Today is a 30-minute television program that uses a talk show/newscast format to discuss themes, topics, and current events in the cybersecurity space. The show is broadcast on Fairfax Public Access TV in the Washington, DC market and is also accessible via its YouTube channel for viewers outside the region. Each episode features expert interviews and discussions aimed at both cybersecurity professionals and the general public. For more information, visit www.cybersecuritytoday.org.

About FISSEA

The Federal Information Security Educators (FISSEA), established in 1987, is an organization run by and for federal government information security professionals. FISSEA assists federal agencies in strengthening their employee cybersecurity awareness and training programs. It serves as a professional forum for the exchange of information and improvement of cybersecurity and privacy learning programs throughout the federal government. Learn more at www.nist.gov/itl/applied-cybersecurity/fissea.

Media Contact:
Jim Wiggins
Host and Producer, Cybersecurity Today
Email: contactus@cybersecuritytoday.org
Website: www.cybersecuritytoday.org