Overview
Registration is open for the Spring 2026 Cyber Saturday event. Join us for an immersive and educational experience into cyber space and beyond that is unforgettable for students and their parents. See the link below to learn about past Cyber Saturday events. Our May 2026 event is sponsored by Northrop Grumman and Booz Allen Hamilton.
The NCF partners with the Technology Advancement Center (TAC) to host Cyber Saturday, a program for approximately 100 5th to 12th grade students and their parents/guardians. With the ultimate goal of promoting cyber awareness, Cyber Saturday is for youth who want to learn about cyber and how to stay safe online. Attendees hear from guest speakers, participate in hands-on activities, are provided free lunch and swag, and are exposed to a range of topics in cyber.
Learn more below about this Cyber Saturday’s five dynamic sessions exploring the world of cybersecurity, designed for 5th–12th grade students. Plus, step into the Cyber Elite Track, an exclusive, advanced cybersecurity strategy program tailored for high school students in grades 9–12!
Cyber Saturday is a free event. Lunch will also be provided. A parent or chaperone must remain with their student(s) for the entirety of the event. Registration is hosted by TAC – see link below.
About the Program Venue
The TAC is a cybersecurity nonprofit driving small business and academic engagement, STEM and workforce development, and proof of concept innovation. One of the TAC’s key pillars is to help the United States government and industry partners get access to the types of innovative products and solutions they need to advance their cybersecurity capabilities, as well as serve as an intermediary to small business, non-traditional entities, and academic communities.
Agenda Activities
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.
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.
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 Academy
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.
Who's Among Us?
In this exercise we will incorporate the “Among Us” game into Industrial control system infrastructure (ICS) and leverage the gameplay/rules to educate others about ICS, the realistic systems we incorporated, and the components that the systems are comprised of.
Cyber Elite Track for 9-12th grade only. Hands on Tech with BiaSciLab from Girls Who Hack
Cybersecurity goes far beyond the keyboard. Build real-world skills through hands-on experiences like soldering for hardware hacking, lockpicking to strengthen problem-solving and ethical awareness, and exploring advanced ciphers that power modern encryption. Expand your capabilities and become a more well-rounded cyber warrior.
Speakers, Panelists, & Moderators
Speakers coming soon
Gen Mike Minihan
USAF (Ret)
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Sponsorship Opportunities
$25,000 - Title Sponsor - SOLD
Benefits include:
* Exclusive recognition as Title Sponsor for the event. Verbal recognition during opening and closing sessions.
* Speaking Opportunity: An invitation to speak at the event (i.e. welcome remarks).
* Prime Branding: Your logo featured prominently on event materials – including banners, t-shirts, flyers, and digital communications. Opportunity to provide branded materials for participant bags
* On-Site Branding: Company signage displayed prominently at the event.
* NCF Website Recognition: Featured on the Cyber Saturday event page of the NCF website.
* Media Exposure: Recognized in press releases and social media posts (including post-event social media).
* VIP Networking: Exclusive access to engage with students, parents, and educators during the event.
* Post-Event Recognition: Recognition in post-event impact report shared with sponsors.
$5,000 - Lunch Sponsor
Benefits include:
* Recognition as Lunch Sponsor for the event. Verbal recognition during opening and closing sessions.
* On-Site Branding: Signage at the lunch area featuring your company’s logo.
* Program Materials: Your logo included in printed and digital materials promoting the event. Opportunity to provide branded materials for participant bags.
* NCF Website Recognition: Your company logo listed as a sponsor on the event page.
* Post-Event Recognition: Recognition in post-event impact report shared with sponsors.
* Social Media Acknowledgement: Thank you’s on NCF’s social media platforms – before and after the event.
$3,500 - Speaking Opportunity Sponsor
Benefits include:
* Recognition as the Speaker Sponsor for the event. Verbal recognition during opening and closing sessions.
* Speaking Opportunity: Your company representative can address the audience during the program (i.e. welcome remarks)
* On-Site Branding: Signage highlighting your sponsorship at the event. Plus, an opportunity to provide branded materials for participant bags.
* NCF Website Recognition: Your company listed as a sponsor on the Cyber Saturday event page.
* Social Media Recognition: Social media recognition before and after the event.
* Post-Event Recognition: Recognition in post-event impact report shared with sponsors
$1,500 - T-Shirt Sponsor (10 Available)
Benefits include:
* Recognition as a sponsor for the event. Verbal recognition during opening and closing sessions.
* Logo Placement: Your logo prominently displayed on the back of the t-shirts given and worn by all participants. Plus, an opportunity to provide branded materials for participant bags.
* NCF Website Recognition: Listed as a sponsor on the Cyber Saturday event page.
* Social Media Recognition: Social media recognition before and after the event.
* Post-Event Recognition: Recognition in post-event impact report shared with sponsors.
$1,000 - Continental Breakfast Sponsor (4 Available)
Benefits include:
$500 - Friend of Cyber Saturday
Benefits include:
* Included on promotional materials and on sponsor reel at event. Verbal recognition during opening and closing sessions.
* Recognition on NCF Cyber Saturday website event page.
* Social Media Recognition – before and after the event.
* Recognition in post-event impact report shared with sponsors.
Thank you Sponsors!
Technology Advancement Center (TAC)
Host/Partner
Northrop Grumman Foundation
Event Sponsor
Booz Allen Hamilton
Event Sponsor
Virginia Cyber Range
Activity Sponsor
Girls Who Hack
Activity Sponsor
Association of U.S. Cyber Forces
Activity Sponsor