The clock’s ticking… get your entries in!
The NZ Outstanding Security Performance Awards (OSPAs) have returned for a fifth consecutive year, and nominations are now open.
“Celebrating excellence in security is vital, and the OSPAs are dedicated to recognising those who go above and beyond to protect our communities,” said Professor Martin Gill, Founder of the OSPAs.
The OSPAs are designed to be both independent and inclusive; providing an important opportunity to recognise and celebrate the work of those dedicated companies, individuals and teams who deliver outstanding security products and services.
“We are proud to return to New Zealand for another year and look forward to celebrating the achievements of those who tirelessly work to provide outstanding security products and services,” said Professor Gill. “It is free to enter and all associations, judges and entrants must adhere to our strict ethics rules.”
The 2026 Categories are:
Outstanding In-House Security Manager/Director
Outstanding Contract Security Manager/Director
Outstanding Security Team
Outstanding Contract Security Company (Guarding)
Outstanding Security Consultant
Outstanding Security Training Initiative
Outstanding Security Installer/Integrator
Outstanding New Security Product
Outstanding Security Partnership
Outstanding Security Officer sponsored by Guardhouse
Outstanding Female Security Professional
Outstanding Young Security Professional
Outstanding Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion Initiative
Outstanding Security Sustainability Initiative
Lifetime Achievement
Entries must be submitted by 08 April. Winners from eligible categories at the 2026 New Zealand OSPAs will automatically qualify for the 3rd Global OSPAs being held in 2027.
The 2026 New Zealand OSPAs are supported by Association of University Chief Security Officers, ASIS International (New Zealand Chapter), Institute of Strategic Risk Management, New Zealand Security Association, New Zealand Security Sector Network, Profit Protection Future Forum and RiskNZ.