Synagro's Norman Whitelaw Honored as Top Global CISO for 2026

Industry Recognition

Synagro Technologies, Inc., a North American provider of sustainable solutions for biosolids and organics, announced that Chief Information and Security Officer Norman Whitelaw has been named a winner in the Top Global CISOs Awards for 2026. This annual recognition is presented by Cyber Defense Magazine.

Selection Criteria

The award program, now in its 14th year, evaluates thousands of candidates globally. According to the organizers, the selection process focuses on:

• Ability to communicate effectively with boards and senior executives.
• Success in preventing data loss and detecting cyber breaches.
• Effectiveness in regulatory compliance.
• Development of robust risk-reduction programs.

Official Commentary

Gary Miliefsky, publisher of Cyber Defense Magazine, stated that Whitelaw was selected as part of an elite group of information security professionals. Bob Preston, CEO and Chairman of the Board of Directors at Synagro, commended Whitelaw’s leadership, noting that the recognition reflects the strength of the company’s cybersecurity program and the team’s ongoing efforts to maintain organizational resilience.

Verification

Interested parties can verify this award announcement through the official Cyber Defense Awards platform at https://www.cyberdefenseawards.com or by reviewing corporate updates at www.synagro.com.