Represent the UK Cyber Team – Nationwide Search for Elite Cyber Talent
The UK Cyber Team Competition aims to identify cyber security talent aged 18-25 through three rounds, culminating in a live event. Registration is open from October 9 to November 20, 2024.
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The UK Cyber Team Competition is a nationwide initiative aimed at identifying and nurturing elite cyber security talent among 18 to 25-year-olds. Participants will engage in three rounds of Capture the Flag (CTF) challenges, with the top 30 players earning a spot on the UK Cyber Team. The competition begins with two online rounds: the first, "The BootUp!", tests fundamental skills over two days, while the second, "The Bonus CTF", consists of advanced challenges completed over six weeks. The final round will be a live event, "The TelNet Capture The Flag", where the top 200 players will compete in teams. The selected team will receive specialized training and mentorship from industry experts, enhancing their skills for international competitions. The competition runs from October 9 to November 20, 2024, with the final event scheduled for January 2025. This initiative is supported by the SANS Institute and the UK government’s CyberFirst program, which aims to inspire young people to pursue careers in cyber security.
- The UK Cyber Team Competition seeks to identify top cyber security talent aged 18-25.
- The competition consists of three rounds: two online and one live event.
- The top 30 players will form the UK Cyber Team and receive expert training.
- Registration is open from October 9 to November 20, 2024.
- The final event will take place in January 2025.
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