Aflac Recognized with 2023 CSO50 Award for Security and Risk Management Excellence

Aflac, the leading provider of supplemental health insurance products in the U.S., has been honored with the 2023 CSO50 Award for championing security and risk management excellence. Presented by CSO from Foundry (formerly IDG Communications), this prestigious accolade recognizes organizations that have implemented exceptional security projects and initiatives, showcasing outstanding business value and thought leadership.

The award-winning project, titled “Feathers and Firewalls: Aflac’s Zero Trust Approach,” focuses on enhancing security, simplifying network architecture, and reducing costs. Aflac’s program revolves around the principle of consistent controls, with all communication passing through a cloud-based common exchange. The zero trust security model, known as zero trust architecture, provides a framework for securing infrastructure and data in today’s digital transformation era.

Tim Callahan, Senior Vice President and Global Chief Security Officer at Aflac, emphasized the increasing importance of cybersecurity in the face of escalating cyber threats. He expressed delight in being recognized as one of CSO’s top-50 security programs in the United States, highlighting Aflac’s commitment to driving security innovation and reducing cybersecurity risks for customers and shareholders.

Stephen Corrick, Senior Vice President of Events for IDG, Inc., commended the winners of the CSO50 Awards and highlighted the significance of bringing together the information security community for learning, networking, and problem-solving.

The CSO50 Awards, which evaluate security projects and initiatives based on a uniform set of criteria, recognize 50 organizations annually. Past winners include renowned companies such as Adobe, American Express, Microsoft, and Verizon. The awards were presented at the CSO50 Conference + Awards held at the We-Ko-Pa Casino Resort in Fort McDowell, Arizona.

Aflac Incorporated, a Fortune 500 company, has been providing financial protection and peace of mind to millions of policyholders and customers for over 67 years. In the U.S., Aflac is the leading provider of supplemental health insurance products, while Aflac Life Insurance Japan holds the top position for cancer and medical insurance policies in force. Aflac’s commitment to excellence has been recognized through various accolades, including being named one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies by Ethisphere for 17 consecutive years and Fortune’s World’s Most Admired Companies for 22 years.

For more information about Aflac and its dedication to sustainability and social responsibility, visit aflac.com.