We Are Under Attack
From identity theft to the strategic military use of the Internet, cyber crime is a persistent and growing threat. Yet the U.S. Department of Defense predicts a significant shortfall in scientists, engineers and mathematicians necessary to maintain a strong defense.
Because Cybersecurity Is National Security
To address this shortfall that will severely impact our cyber workforce, SAIC is teaming with local non-profits and universities to establish cyber defense competitions. These series of cyber defense competitions are intended to support science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) objectives.
Cyber Defense Competitions: Supporting STEM Disciplines
The mission of these competitions are to:
- Increase cyber awareness as a preferred career choice
- Improve appreciation for cyber oriented curriculum in college and high schools nationwide
- Convey the defense portion of cyber as a sport to increase the number of future generation applicants in cyber careers
The number of students entering STEM disciplines is too low to meet future U.S. needs. This shortfall is of concern because our customers, our nation, and our economy rely on technological innovations — innovations created by a STEM-educated workforce.
For years, SAIC employees have donated their time and talents helping to inspire, engage, and educate elementary school, middle school and high school (K-12) students in STEM-related areas.
SAIC's Cyber Defense Trainer Technology
SAIC supports these competitions using a patent-pending cyber defense trainer that enables system administrators and security professionals to routinely exercise to successfully defend against today's cyber threats. This training, exercising, competition and certification engine is available to customers around the globe. Learn More »
View Cyber Cup Video
See how the cyber defense competitions are inspiring students in the field of cybersecurity.
SAIC and UMBC Launch Cyber Challenge and Conference
The competition will further establish Maryland as a leader in cybersecurity innovation.
Contact Us Today
Need more information on sponsorships, conference details, or participating in the competition? Contact us today.