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AOC Australia AwardsAOC Australia's awards program recognises the achievement of our members in their pursuit of excellence in the IW profession. Awards are open for nomination throughout the year and are awarded at the AOC Australia Gala Awards Night each year. AOC Australia awards supplement the global AOC awards program. Nomination information: Click the submission form below to apply or nominate for any of our awards. Completed applications will also need to submit a CV and high-resolution portrait photograph for promotional use - if you have nominated someone else, we will get in touch with them to provide these items. Deadline for nominations is Friday, 30 August 2024. With finalists announced in the first week of September, and winners announced at the Awards Gala on the evening of Wed 18 September at the National Arboretum of Australia. There is no cost to apply or nominate. Apply/Nominate for an Award here Judging Process: Judging will be conducted by the AOC Australia Awards sub-committee members. The CV will have a 50% weighting (including reference), and the description of achievements will have a 50% weighting. What happens once I'm nominated? Join us for an elegant evening celebrating excellence in the field of Electronic Warfare (EW) and Information Warfare (IW) at the AOC Australia Awards Gala 2024! The Awards Gala is inclusive for all Convention Registrations, however if you are not attending the convention but would like to purchase tickets to the Gala you may do so with the buttons below. |
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1. Ross Treharne Shield - Outstanding Achievement in EW This shield, in memory of Ross Treharne, is presented to the individual who, in the opinion of the Chapter, deserves recognition for an outstanding achievement in the field of electronic warfare in Australia. The recipient must be an AOC Australia individual or corporate member and must demonstrate significant contributions to advancing electronic warfare capabilities or operations through innovative approaches, exceptional leadership, or groundbreaking research. | 9. IW Business Award This award is presented annually to an industry organization that has made an exceptional contribution to Australia's Information Warfare capability. Nominees for this award must be corporate members of AOC Australia and should demonstrate significant impact through innovative solutions, successful implementation of information warfare technologies, or substantial contributions to national defence information capabilities. |
2. Outstanding Achievement in Cyber Warfare This award is presented to an individual who has demonstrated outstanding achievements in the field of cyber warfare over the previous calendar year. The applicant must demonstrate exceptional skills and accomplishments in developing or enhancing cyber warfare strategies, successfully leading cyber operations, or making significant advancements in cyber defence technologies. | 10. Science and Technology Achievement Award This award is presented annually to an individual from the academic or research communities in recognition of a significant contribution to the Information Warfare body of knowledge. The recipient of this award should be able to demonstrate significant research achievements, development of innovative technologies, or substantial advancements in theoretical or applied information warfare. |
3. Outstanding Achievement in Information Operations This award is presented to an individual who has demonstrated outstanding achievements in the field of information operations. The applicant must provide evidence of impactful contributions to information operations, such as developing effective information strategies, executing successful operations, or innovating within the field to support defence objectives. | 11. AOC Australia Early Career Award This award is given to an AOC Australia member under the age of 30 to recognize early career achievement. The applicant must show exceptional promise and accomplishments in their field, including innovative work, leadership in projects, or significant contributions to electronic warfare, cyber warfare, or information operations early in their career. |
4. Excellence in Defence Information Warfare Award This award recognizes members of the Australian Defence Force (military or Defence Civilian) for their contribution to Information Warfare capability or operations. Members nominated for this award must have demonstrated notable contributions to their field of practice, including improving operational capabilities, leading significant projects, or achieving remarkable results in information warfare missions. | 12. AOC Australia Information Warfare Essay Winner AOC Australia hosts an annual essay competition to engage with individual members and to generate discussion on important topics within the community. The winner of this competition will receive $500, a one-year membership to AOC, and the opportunity to present their paper at the next AOC Australia convention. Applicants must submit an insightful and well-researched essay on a relevant topic, demonstrating critical thinking, originality, and potential impact on the field of information warfare. Click here to submit for the Essay Competition |
5. 6. 7. 8. Industry Achievement Award (Army, Navy, Air Force, APS) This award recognizes serving members and Defence civilians for their contribution to Information Warfare capability or operations. Members nominated for this award must have demonstrated notable contributions to their field of practice within their specific category (Army, Navy, Air Force, and APS). Applicants should highlight significant achievements, leadership in critical projects, or advancements in information warfare technologies or strategies. |
ASSOCIATION OF OLD CROWS AWARDS
The global Association of Old Crows hosts a separate awards program for which Australian members may also nominate. These Awards are spread across numerous categories including Prestige Awards, Community Awards, and Chapter Awards.
The Chapter Flow Up Awards are submitted through AOC Australia and include the Academic and Educational Excellence Award, the Outstanding Chapter Support Award, and the Military Unit or Military Individual Excellence Award.
For more information on awards criteria and nominations, see the AOC Global Awards Program.
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