Season IV
US Cyber Games® Draft Experience
US WOMEN’S CYBER TEAM ANNOUNCEMENT
Thursday, September 19, 2024 | 4:00 - 6:30 PM ET | Capitol Hill, Wash, DC
Hosted by: United States House and Senate Cybersecurity Caucus, NICE, and SANS | GIAC
VIRTUAL CAREER WEEK:
Monday, September 23 -
Friday, September 27, 2024
IN-PERSON EVENT:
Thursday, September 26, 2024
1:00 - 7:00 PM ET
District E | Washington, DC
VIRTUAL COMPETITION:
Friday, September 27 -
Sunday, October 6, 2024
SECURE YOUR SEAT
Season IV, US Cyber Team Draft
THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 26, 2024 | 1:00 - 7:00 PM ET
AT THE DISTRICT E IN WASHINGTON, DC
DRAFT DAY PROGRAM
1:00 PM | Event Check-in
1:00 - 3:00 PM | Draft Day Expo
- Refresh, mingle, and connect from the get-go at our Draft Day Expo. Engage in conversations with both current and aspiring members of the US Cyber Team, alongside our esteemed Coaching Staff and peers in the cybersecurity field.
- Explore sponsor and partner booths to discover more about the organizations championing the USCG mission, their initiatives for workforce development, and beyond.
- Don't miss out on exclusive USCG merchandise — pick up your discount coupon for special deals at the PlayCyber store.
- And before you move on, capture the moment with a selfie against the backdrop of our iconic hero posters.
3:30 - 5:30 PM | LIVE Season IV, US Cyber Team Draft Announcements
- Rally behind and celebrate the achievements of our Season III, US Cyber Team athletes as they gear up to represent the United States on the international stage at the forthcoming ECSC and ICC competitions.
- Learn about our inaugural US Women's Cyber Team and their first exhibition game.
- Stay tuned for an address from our yet-to-be-announced keynote speaker, guaranteed to inspire.
- Brad Wolfenden, our charismatic emcee and Director of Cyber Sports at Katzcy, will introduce the coaching powerhouses, and you'll learn about the incredible plans they have for Season IV.
- Witness the unveiling of the athletes chosen to fortify the Season IV, US Cyber Team, learning directly from the coaches about their selection criteria and decision-making process.
- Plus, get the inside scoop on who's been invited to advance through the Season IV, US Cyber Games Pipeline Program.
5:45 - 7:00 PM | VIP Reception
- Cap off the day at our VIP Reception. Join us in toasting the bright futures of Season IV, US Cyber Team members, over drinks and light hors d'oeuvres. It's a perfect moment to celebrate new beginnings and forge lasting connections within the cybersecurity community.
REGISTER TO ATTEND
UNABLE TO ATTEND IN PERSON?
Register for our IGNITE Your Cyber Career Event and you can view the DRAFT live stream in our virtual app.
Location | Information
Centrally located in the historic Chinatown neighborhood of downtown Washington, D.C., District E Powered by Ticketmaster, is located adjacent to Capital One Arena, the home arena for the NBA’s Washington Wizards and NHL’s Washington Capitals.
FLAG FEST
CAPTURE THE FLAG (CTF)
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 27 - SUNDAY, OCTOBER 6, 2024
VIRTUAL COMPETITION
Cost to Play: $5.99
We can’t launch the US Cyber Games Draft Experience series of events without a cybersecurity competition.
Our new Fall CTF provides a second opportunity for cyber athletes interested in jumping into the US Cyber Games program. If you could not compete in the Season IV, US Cyber Open in June, here's your chance to get in on the action.
A select number of top finishers in the Fall CTF will receive an invitation to the Season IV, US Cyber Games Pipeline Program which begins in January 2025.
US Cyber Games Pipeline Program
The USCG Pipeline Program offers athletes self-guided materials, live lectures, and virtual scrimmages to enhance their knowledge and experience and prepare them for potential selection to the US Cyber Team. Participants are asked to create three Capture The Flag (CTF) challenges for the upcoming US Cyber Open Beginner's Game Room as a final project.
Registration Deadline:
8:30 PM ET | Thursday, September 26, 2024.
Your registration to play in the Fall Flag CTF includes access to our virtual event app where you can participate in the IGNITE Your Career Events.
REGISTER TO PLAY
IGNITE YOUR CYBER CAREER
MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 23 - FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 27
VIRTUAL CAREER WEEK
This week-long cyber career event includes:
- Lunch-and-learn sessions
- One-on-one meetings with companies looking to hire
- Nightly guest speakers discussing all aspects of pursuing a career in cybersecurity
- Networking with other cyber athletes and cybersecurity professionals
- Watch the SIV, US Cyber Team Draft livestream
All activities take place in our virtual event app.
REGISTER
VIRTUAL CAREER WEEK
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Today's Theme
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Building Your Personal Brand
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Scholarships & Funding
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Landing Your Perfect...
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SIV, US Cyber Team Draft Day
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Flag Fest: Capture the Flag
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CAREER LUNCH & LEARNS
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM |
Taking Ownership of You with Margot Halstead, Author of "Owning Your IT"
Outmaneuvering the Competition: Fast-Tracking Your Cybersecurity Career with Taylor Banks, Technical Evangelist and Head of Sales, Turngate |
Cyber Internships, Skills & Application Tips with Battelle's University Recruiter and Cyber Engineer/US Cyber Team alum
Learn how to claim up to $30,000 in Cyber Certification Scholarships |
TBD
Find Out How You Can Land Your First Internship with Palo Alto Networks |
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SPONSOR OPEN HOURS:
1:00 PM - 5:00 PM |
Stop by and chat or schedule a one-on-one to learn about internships, apprenticeships, and other exciting career conversations.
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Stop by and chat or schedule a one-on-one to learn about internships, apprenticeships, and other exciting career conversations.
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Stop by and chat or schedule a one-on-one to learn about internships, apprenticeships, and other exciting career conversations.
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Stop by and chat or schedule a one-on-one to learn about internships, apprenticeships, and other exciting career conversations.
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LIVESTREAM:
3:30 PM - 5:30 PM |
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SIV, Draft Program Live Stream
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CYBER CAREER TALKS:
8:30 PM - 9:30 PM |
Personal Branding & Marketing Yourself with Rita B. Allen. Learn how to showcase, leverage, and present your value.
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Don’t Let Funding Stand in Your Way. Panel Discussion with representatives from Work ED, SANS Institute, DoD Cyber Service Academy, Last Mile Education Fund, and Scholarships for Service.
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Lightning Talks will provide Tips & Sources for Landing Your Perfect ... with representatives from Mastercard and NightWing.
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MONDAY 9/23
Today's Theme:
Building Your Personal Brand
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM:
Career Lunch & Learns: Taking Ownership of You | Outmaneuvering the Competition: Fast-Tracking Your Cybersecurity Career
1:00 PM - 5:00 PM:
Open Hours with Sponsors
8:30 PM - 9:30 PM:
Cyber Career Talk: Personal Branding & Marketing Yourself
TUESDAY 9/24
Today's Theme:
Scholarships & Funding
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM:
Career Lunch & Learns: Cyber Internships, Skills & Application Tips | TBD
1:00 PM - 5:00 PM:
Open Hours with Sponsors
8:30 PM - 9:30 PM:
Cyber Career Talk: Don’t let Funding & Scholarships Stand in Your Way
WEDNESDAY 9/25
Today's Theme:
Landing Your Perfect...
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM:
Career Lunch & Learns
1:00 PM - 5:00 PM:
Open Hours with Sponsors
8:30 PM - 9:30 PM:
Cyber Career Talk: Landing Your First...in Cyber
THURSDAY 9/26
Today's Theme:
SIV, US Cyber Team Draft Day
3:30 PM - 5:30 PM:
SIV, Draft Program Live Stream
FRIDAY 9/27
Today's Theme:
Flag Fest: Capture the Flag
1:00 PM - 5:00 PM:
Open Hours with Sponsors
