• EDUCATE
    EDUCATE

    ...our citizens to be cyber smart, and develop pathways for the future cyber workforce.

  • ENGAGE
    ENGAGE

    ...and convene partners to address emerging cyber and cryptologic issues.

  • COMMEMORATE
    COMMEMORATE

    ...our cryptologic history & those who served within the cryptologic community.


The National Cryptologic Foundation is a private 501(c)(3) organization not affiliated with the U.S. Federal Government. 

THE NCF VISION

Advance the nation’s interest in cyber and cryptology through leadership, education, and partnerships.

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UPCOMING EVENTS

*** Also check out our "Important Dates in History" calendar. See link below.

Saturday, May 3, 2025
Technological Advancement Center - TheLink 7000 Columbia Gateway, Suite 150 Columbia, MD 21046 US

Wednesday, October 8, 2025
Waverly Woods Golf Course, Mariottsville, MD

Thursday, October 9, 2025
8:00 am5:00 pm
Technology Advancement Center (TAC)
7000 Columbia Gateway Drive, #150
Columbia, MD 21046
US

NCF NEWS & BLOG

The AI March 2025 Convening was a great success! What an incredible gathering and sharing of expertise and insights. Check out some early photo highlights from "Accelerating National Security AI Adoption." Many thanks to everyone who has participated.

The NCF engaged with educators in March 2025 at the Common Ground conference in Ocean City, MD and presented a special session about digital safety which was well-received.

Cybersecurity took center stage at the National STEM Festival sponsored by Booz Allen Hamilton in March 2025 where NCF Education Director Dr. Alisha Jordan was a featured speaker.

The NCF participated in the Palmetto Cyber Conference on 17 March 2025 with NCF CEO Laura Nelson presenting the afternoon keynote address and NCF Education Director Alisha Jordan providing a session on Empowering Cyber Literacy.


TUNE INTO THE NCF PODCASTS

The NCF hosts two cybersecurity-focused podcasts - #CyberChats and Cyber Pulse. The #CyberChats podcast strives to educate people of all ages about personal data care, as well as cyber careers, skills, and pathways. Cyber Pulse is geared more toward our adult audience and explores the challenges that cyber professionals face as well as the strategies they use to safeguard our digital future. Both podcasts also feature a video format. Which one speaks to you?

Cryptologic & Cyber Dates in History

  • 19 April 1862: Confederate Signal Corps was established. The Confederate Signal Corps accomplished tactical and strategic communications for the warring armies, including electromagnetic telegraphy and aerial telegraphy ("wig-wag" signaling).