The Philippine National Police Anti-Cybercrime Group (PNP-ACG) and GCash, the leading finance app in the Philippines, have been recognized for their exceptional efforts in safeguarding the country’s digital space. Their top cybersecurity leaders were honored at the prestigious PhilSec Awards held at the Manila Marriott Hotel in Pasay City.
Award Recipients:
- Jay Guillermo, PNP-ACG Police Colonel and Chief of Cybercrime Response Unit, was named ‘Cyber Innovator of the Year’.
- Miguel “Migs” Geronilla, GCash Chief Information Security Officer, received the ‘Enterprise Security Leader of the Year’ award.
PhilSec Awards: The PhilSec Awards celebrate individuals and organizations demonstrating exceptional commitment and innovation in securing the digital space. The awards are supported by the National Privacy Commission (NPC), Cybercrime Investigation and Coordinating Center (CICC), and the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP).
Statements: “We are truly honored to receive these accolades, which serve as a testament to the collaborative efforts between PNP-ACG and GCash. The PNP-ACG has been instrumental in our mission to establish a safe cashless ecosystem for our users. Collaboration with the government is our best chance in fighting cybercrime. We express our utmost congratulations to Police Colonel Jay Guillermo!” said Geronilla.
Achievements:
- Jay Guillermo: Recognized for his innovative approaches and relentless pursuit of justice in cybercrime investigations. He has been instrumental in developing strategies and technologies that enhance the PNP’s capacity to combat and respond to cybercrime, safeguarding both public and private digital infrastructures.
- Miguel Geronilla: Honored for his exemplary leadership in implementing advanced security measures that protect millions of GCash users from scammers, fraudsters, and cybercriminals. Under his stewardship, GCash has fortified its defenses against cyber threats, ensuring the security of users’ financial data and transactions.
The simultaneous recognition of PNP-ACG and GCash underscores the success of their cooperative efforts in securing the country from cyber threats.
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FAQ:
Q1: Who received the ‘Enterprise Security Leader of the Year’ award? A1: Miguel “Migs” Geronilla, the Chief Information Security Officer of GCash, received the ‘Enterprise Security Leader of the Year’ award.
Q2: What award did Jay Guillermo receive? A2: Jay Guillermo, PNP-ACG Police Colonel and Chief of Cybercrime Response Unit, was named ‘Cyber Innovator of the Year’.
Q3: What is the PhilSec Awards? A3: The PhilSec Awards recognize individuals and organizations demonstrating exceptional commitment and innovation in securing the digital space. The awards are supported by the National Privacy Commission (NPC), Cybercrime Investigation and Coordinating Center (CICC), and the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP).
Q4: How has Jay Guillermo contributed to cybercrime investigations? A4: Jay Guillermo has been recognized for his innovative approaches and relentless pursuit of justice in cybercrime investigations, developing strategies and technologies that enhance the PNP’s capacity to combat and respond to cybercrime.
Q5: What measures has Miguel Geronilla implemented at GCash? A5: Miguel Geronilla has implemented advanced security measures that protect millions of GCash users from scammers, fraudsters, and cybercriminals, ensuring the security of users’ financial data and transactions.
Q6: How do PNP-ACG and GCash collaborate in fighting cybercrime? A6: PNP-ACG and GCash collaborate by combining their efforts and resources to establish a safe cashless ecosystem and enhance the country’s capacity to combat cyber threats.