WASHINGTON, D.C. Jan 23, 2026 — Homeland Security Today (HSToday), the premiere source for information and news for the homeland security community, today announced the launch of the National Border Security Awards, the inaugural national recognition program honoring outstanding individuals, teams, and organizations advancing the mission of securing America’s borders.
In support of increased coverage and attention to border and immigration information, HSToday also announced the expansion of the Editorial Board for the Border Security & Immigration news vertical.
“In 2025 we saw a significant focus and incredible results in securing America’s borders. These accomplishments deserve recognition for the men and women on the front lines of border security, as well as the innovators and partners supporting this mission,” said Kristina Tanasichuk, Executive Editor, Homeland Security Today. “Advancements for border security are moving incredibly fast — and to support the execution of the missions outlined in the Big Beautiful Bill (OB3), we are also increasing our Editorial Board for coverage of border security and immigration. Securing our borders is a complex, multi-layered challenge, and HSToday seeks to put forward the information and insights necessary to assure our government and industry partners can move fast and with excellence. The issue is critical to our nation’s economy, safety, and security.”
BORDER SECURITY AWARDS
The inaugural National Border Security Awards will be presented May 5-6, 2026, in Phoenix, Arizona, at the Border Security Expo, bringing together leaders from federal, state, local, and industry communities.
Award recipients will be honored during a dedicated National Border Security Awards event at the Border Security Expo, May 5-6, in Phoenix, Arizona, bringing together government leaders, frontline professionals, industry partners, and policy experts for an in-person celebration of excellence in border security.
Nominations will open February 7, 2026 and be open through March 16, 2026.
Eligible nominees include:
- Federal, state, and local government personnel
- Joint task forces and interagency teams
- Technology and solution providers
- Industry partners supporting border security operations
- Emerging innovators shaping the future of border security
Both self-nominations and third-party nominations are accepted.
Homeland Security Today is the host of the National Homeland Hero Awards held annually in December. Nominations from across the country support local, state, and federal individuals and teams that work to secure the nation’s people, infrastructure and way of life. More information is available at: www.HSTodayawards.org.
Full nomination guidelines and submission instructions will be available at www.HSTodayawards.org or through sign up to the weekly Border Security newsletter: https://www.hstoday.us/newsletters-signup/
BORDER SECURITY & IMMIGRATION EDITORIAL BOARD
HSToday is expanding the editorial board supporting the Border Security & Immigration vertical and invites individuals engaged in border security to apply for a position on the editorial board. Eligible applicants include:
- Individuals who have served at a state or federal agency responsible for border security or immigration;
- Commitment to attend one board meeting per year in-person;
- Support of HSToday through editorial, content, and other contributions;
- C-suite or senior level representatives.
Please send your statement of interest including your current contact information, CV, and why you would make an excellent addition to the Editorial board to: [email protected].
About Homeland Security Today
Homeland Security Today (HSToday) is the nonprofit media arm of the Government Technology & Services Coalition. HSToday is dedicated to providing trusted information, analysis, and insights for the homeland security community by seasoned experts who have served in government and industry and can help explain and foster understanding of the realities of securing America. HSToday covers border security and immigration; counterterrorism; cybersecurity; transportation and maritime security; first responders and emergency management; UAS/UAVs; terrorism prevention; and more, serving leaders across government, industry, and academia.