About National Cryptologic Foundation's Cyber Saturday
Who Can Attend: Students 5th-12th grade and their guardians
Event Location: TheLink in Columbia, MD
Date & Time: TBA
Event Pricing: Free to attend
Cyber Saturdays are specially designed for aspiring young cybersecurity enthusiasts, lovers of technology and computer science superstars. This is an immersive and educational experience into cyber space and beyond that is unforgettable for students and their parents.
This Cyber Saturday features an Elite Track for 9-12th grade students wanting a more challenging experience.
Video: Past Cyber Saturday Recap
Register Now: We look forward to seeing you there!
Choose a track below and fill out the form to register your student(s) for Cyber Saturday!Â
Standard Track
This track explores four dynamic sessions in the world of cybersecurity, designed for 5th–12th grade students.
Cyber Elite Track Registration is Now Closed This track is full and we’re no longer accepting registrations.
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BiaSciLab : Girls Who Hack Workshop
The Girls Who Hack Workshop, powered by BIASCILAB, introduces participants to real-world cyber concepts through guided challenges, beginner-friendly tools, and collaborative problem-solving.
Escape Room in a Box
The Escape Room in a Box is a portable, all-in-one cyber game where players work together to solve puzzles, find clues, and unlock boxes. You’ll race other teams to crack codes, reveal secret messages, and solve the final challenge before time runs out.
Cyber Capture the Flag
In partnership with the U.S. Cyber Range at Virginia Tech, attendees will participate in an online Capture the Flag competition, in which they put their cyber literacy skills to the test through challenges across various cyber topics, such as Forensics, Cryptography, Reconnaissance, and more.
Rubik's Cube Hashing
Welcome to the Rubik's Cube Encryption Game, where puzzle-solving meets cryptography! In this game, you'll use the iconic Rubik's Cube to unlock encrypted messages, applying your logic and spatial skills to crack the code. Get ready to twist, turn, and decode your way through challenging levels to become the ultimate encryption master!
MicroBit Kits Programming
Want to learn how to work with electronics and programming? Work hands-on with one of TAC's Mechanical Engineers to connect wires, lights, buttons, and sensors to build cool projects! This activity is provided by the Association of U.S. Cyber Forces.
Cyber Elite Track for 9-12th grade only. Gamification of Cyber
Hand Shakes and High Fives: Understanding the basic building blocks of the internet
Anatomy of an exploit - Dissection of a 0Day and why it matters
Dimensional Dilemmas: Seeing the full picture of cyber
Global Cyber Big Picture: Mapping the global cybersecurity posture
Firewalls and Force Fields: Decoding the language and syntax that makeup the modern IOT / IT / OT landscape
Arduino Kits Programming provided by National Cryptologic Foundation
What Attendees Have to Say:
Cyber Saturdays are held at TAC's facility- TheLink. With 100,000 square feet dedicated to Cyber Exploration and Discovery, our young guests are in for an immersive, hands-on, and educational treat.
