The NCF Takes the Maryland Cyber Feud to the Black Data Processing Associates National Conference
Atlanta, Georgia – August 2025
In August 2025, the National Cryptologic Foundation (NCF), in partnership with the Maryland STEM Fest, proudly brought Cyber Feud to the 2025 Black Data Processing Associates (BDPA) National Conference in Atlanta, Georgia (Aug 14-16). This exciting competition featured two dynamic teams with participants representing BDPA clubs from across the United States.
The event was hosted by the NCF Senior Training Advisor Darnell Washington, who kept the energy high and the competition engaging. Competitors went head-to-head through five rounds of intense questions focused on core cyber and cybersecurity concepts and principles, showcasing both their knowledge and quick thinking.
NCF Director of Education, Dr. Alisha Jordan, attended the event alongside Renaldo St. James, NCF Marketing & Communications Specialist, to support the teams and connect with participants. Dr. Jordan opened the Cyber Feud with brief remarks, highlighting the mission and vision of the NCF and reinforcing the Foundation’s commitment to preparing the next generation of cyber leaders.
In addition to Cyber Feud, the NCF also hosted an exhibitor table to connect with attendees and share the Foundation’s wide range of cyber/cybersecurity education resources.
This collaboration with BDPA provided an incredible platform to inspire and engage students while expanding awareness of the NCF’s resources and programs.
About BDPA
Established in 1975 as Black Data Processing Associates, National BDPA, Inc. is a global organization comprising a varied membership of technical professionals and students across all tiers within the domains of information technology, computer science, data science, policy, media, and associated technical fields. For over fifty years, the Association’s alumni and new members are actively involved in advanced technical grassroots programs, community service, and digital workforce transformation initiatives. BDPA continues to play pivotal roles in shaping the future of our tech sector and industrial base across all vertical markets. Visit the BDPA website.
Cyber Feud Georgia 2025
The winners of the Cyber Feud competition at the August 2025 BDPA National Conference, representing BDPA chapters from across the U.S. These talented students exemplify the next generation of cybersecurity leaders. NCF Director of Education Dr. Alisha Jordan (left) and NCF Senior Training Advisor Darnell Washington (center).
NCF Sr. Training Advisor Darnell Washington (center) hosting the Cyber Feud competition at the August 2025 BDPA National Conference, where two talented teams went head-to-head in five intense rounds of cybersecurity questions.
The competition heats up at Cyber Feud! Students take on tough cybersecurity questions while Darnell Washington leads the challenge at the August 2025 BDPA National Conference.
The excitement is real! Students face off in Cyber Feud, competing to be the first to hit the buzzer and showcase their cybersecurity knowledge.
Who will hit their buzzer first? Cyber Feud Georgia was an exciting event!
NCF Director of Education Dr. Alisha Jordan
NCF Communications and Marketing Specialist Renaldo St. James
NCF Exhibitor Table at Cyber Feud Georgia 2025
