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About Us

Advancing cybersecurity awareness, education, and innovation for a safer digital world.

Our Team

Meet the leaders and visionaries driving the NCF's mission forward every day.

FAQs

Find quick answers about our mission, membership, and how to get involved.

Our History

From codebreakers to cyber defenders — preserving a legacy that shapes the future.

NCF Financial Data

Review audited reports and filings that reflect our commitment to transparency, accountability, and responsible stewardship.

Newsletter Archive

Browse past issues of our e-newsletter and explore our early years through issues of the Foundation’s original hard-copy newsletter, The Link.

Our Partnerships

Dedicated and talented organizations that have provided invaluable assistance to the NCF to help us achieve our goals. 

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More Than a Mission — A Movement

The NCF brings together educators, experts, and enthusiasts who believe in building an informed, cyber-safe future.

Programs & Events

All Programs

Explore all of the NCF's programs driving cyber awareness, education, and history forward.

Escape Room

Hands-on puzzle challenge: crack codes, solve clues, experience real-time cryptologic logic.

Convening to Act

Catalyzing strategic dialogue on emerging cyber & cryptologic challenges in partnership with NSA.

Cocktails & Codebreakers

A celebratory evening honoring cryptologic legacy, networking, and thought leadership.

Crypto Cup

A signature fundraiser merging sport and mission — advancing cryptologic education through golf.

Cryptologic History Symposium

An academic event that explores the role of cryptology across eras and its lasting influence on security, strategy, and society.

Student Ambassador Program

Catalyzing strategic dialogue on emerging cyber & cryptologic challnges in partnership with NSA

Cyber Saturday

A full-day, interactive event for youth and families to explore cybersecurity through play.

Cyber Feud

A live, fast paced competition where students test cyber knowledge in game show format.

Maryland History Day

Highlighting student research on cryptology's impact across Maryland's past.

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Events That Build a Cyber-Safe Future

The NCF programs spark growth, foster collaboration, and make cybersecurity a shared mission across generations and industries.

Resources

Podcast Series

Listen to #CyberChats and Cyber Pulse — the NCF's two podcasts exploring stories, insights, and innovations shaping cybersecurity.

Cyber Games

Engaging students through interactive challenges that build real-world cybersecurity skills and teamwork.

Downloads

Access classroom-ready lessons, tools, and activities to teach cryptology, cybersecurity, and digital citizenship.

Insights & Updates

Explore thought leadership, event recaps, and the latest news from the world of cryptology and cyber education.

Outsmart Cyberthreats Collections

Clear, engaging resources that build foundational cyber safety skills through activities and practical guidance.

Cybersecurity Curriculum Guidelines

Guidelines that support creating cybersecurity-focused lessons and inspire students to pursue cyber careers.

How to Be Cyber Safe + Savvy — A Data Care Booklet for Adults

Clear, practical steps to protect their devices, data, and privacy from today's online threats.

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Empowering the Next Generation of Cyber Thinkers

Through resources, stories, and shared knowledge, the NCF helps educators, professionals, and students strengthen our cyber future together.

Cryptologic History

Trailblazers

Discover the pioneers who broke barriers and paved the way for future generations in cryptology.

Historical Figures in Cryptology

Meet the brilliant minds whose work in codes and communication shaped global history.

Cryptologic Bytes

Dive into quick reads and fascinating facts that reveal hidden history of code communication.

Commemorate

Honor the people and achievements that advanced the art and science of cryptology.

Acquisitions Archive

Explore rare artifacts, documents, and exhibits preserved to tell the evolving story of cryptology.

NSA/CSS Cryptologic Hall of Honor

Celebrate individuals whose exceptional contributions strengthened our nation's intelligence security.

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Preserving the Code of Our Past

From hidden messages to historic breakthroughs, the NCF keeps the stories of cryptology alive—honoring the people, events, and innovations that shaped modern intelligence.

Explore upcoming events from across the Foundation – See Calendar

About Us

About Us

About Us

Advancing cybersecurity awareness, education, and innovation for a safer digital world.

Our Team

Meet the leaders and visionaries driving the NCF's mission forward every day.

FAQs

Find quick answers about our mission, membership, and how to get involved.

Our History

From codebreakers to cyber defenders — preserving a legacy that shapes the future.

NCF Financial Data

Review audited reports and filings that reflect our commitment to transparency, accountability, and responsible stewardship.

Newsletter Archive

Browse past issues of our e-newsletter and explore our early years through issues of the Foundation’s original hard-copy newsletter, The Link.

Our Partnerships

Dedicated and talented organizations that have provided invaluable assistance to the NCF to help us achieve our goals. 

nav about us group of professionals in conversation

More Than a Mission — A Movement

The NCF brings together educators, experts, and enthusiasts who believe in building an informed, cyber-safe future.

Programs & Events

Programs & Events

All Programs

Explore all of the NCF's programs driving cyber awareness, education, and history forward.

Escape Room

Hands-on puzzle challenge: crack codes, solve clues, experience real-time cryptologic logic.

Convening to Act

Catalyzing strategic dialogue on emerging cyber & cryptologic challenges in partnership with NSA.

Cocktails & Codebreakers

A celebratory evening honoring cryptologic legacy, networking, and thought leadership.

Crypto Cup

A signature fundraiser merging sport and mission — advancing cryptologic education through golf.

Cryptologic History Symposium

An academic event that explores the role of cryptology across eras and its lasting influence on security, strategy, and society.

Student Ambassador Program

Catalyzing strategic dialogue on emerging cyber & cryptologic challnges in partnership with NSA

Cyber Saturday

A full-day, interactive event for youth and families to explore cybersecurity through play.

Cyber Feud

A live, fast paced competition where students test cyber knowledge in game show format.

Maryland History Day

Highlighting student research on cryptology's impact across Maryland's past.

nav programs and events three students learning together

Events That Build a Cyber-Safe Future

The NCF programs spark growth, foster collaboration, and make cybersecurity a shared mission across generations and industries.

Resources Code

Resources

Podcast Series

Listen to #CyberChats and Cyber Pulse — the NCF's two podcasts exploring stories, insights, and innovations shaping cybersecurity.

Cyber Games

Engaging students through interactive challenges that build real-world cybersecurity skills and teamwork.

Downloads

Access classroom-ready lessons, tools, and activities to teach cryptology, cybersecurity, and digital citizenship.

Insights & Updates

Explore thought leadership, event recaps, and the latest news from the world of cryptology and cyber education.

Outsmart Cyberthreats Collections

Clear, engaging resources that build foundational cyber safety skills through activities and practical guidance.

Cybersecurity Curriculum Guidelines

Guidelines that support creating cybersecurity-focused lessons and inspire students to pursue cyber careers.

How to Be Cyber Safe + Savvy — A Data Care Booklet for Adults

Clear, practical steps to protect their devices, data, and privacy from today's online threats.

nav resources two young students learning on laptop

Empowering the Next Generation of Cyber Thinkers

Through resources, stories, and shared knowledge, the NCF helps educators, professionals, and students strengthen our cyber future together.

Cryptologic History

Cryptologic History

Trailblazers

Discover the pioneers who broke barriers and paved the way for future generations in cryptology.

Historical Figures in Cryptology

Meet the brilliant minds whose work in codes and communication shaped global history.

Cryptologic Bytes

Dive into quick reads and fascinating facts that reveal hidden history of code communication.

Commemorate

Honor the people and achievements that advanced the art and science of cryptology.

Acquisitions Archive

Explore rare artifacts, documents, and exhibits preserved to tell the evolving story of cryptology.

NSA/CSS Cryptologic Hall of Honor

Celebrate individuals whose exceptional contributions strengthened our nation's intelligence security.

nav cryptologic history hands using engima machine

Preserving the Code of Our Past

From hidden messages to historic breakthroughs, the NCF keeps the stories of cryptology alive—honoring the people, events, and innovations that shaped modern intelligence.

Cryptologic History

Preserving the Code of Our Past

From hidden messages to historic breakthroughs, the NCF keeps the stories of cryptology alive—honoring the people, events, and innovations that shaped modern intelligence.

Barbara McNamara

Barbara McNamara

Barbara McNamara demonstrated extraordinary leadership qualities in advancing NSA’s mission, enhancing cooperation ...

1942-2026

Carol Ann Beenick

Carol Ann Beenick

Carol Ann Beenick passed away on February 25, 2025. Carol, devoted daughter of Philomena Klusman and Thomas ...

1942-2025

Bruce W. Fletcher

Bruce W. Fletcher

Bruce W. Fletcher passed away on 29 January 2025, with his wife, two family members, and loving caregiver at his ...

1934-2025

Charles “Chuck” J. Zeman

Charles “Chuck” J. Zeman

The NCF remembers long-time member and Benefactor donor Chuck Zeman. Obituary to follow: Charles “Chuck” Zeman, ...

1932 - 2025

Lawrence “Larry” Joseph Bury

Lawrence “Larry” Joseph Bury

Lawrence Joseph Bury - Obituary On November 11th, 2024, we lost our wonderful Larry (aka Dad, aka Pop Pop). Larger ...

Year of death: 2024

Michael E. Chernesky

Michael E. Chernesky

Michael Eugene Chernesky, 83, of Glenn Dale, passed away on May 12, 2024.  He was born on January 4, 1941 In ...

1941-2024

Lucie C. Estberg

Lucie C. Estberg

Lucie Caron Estberg of Severna Park, MD, passed away on February 21, 2023 after a heroic battle with Alzheimer’s. ...

Year of death: 2023

Roger Buck

Roger Buck

It is a true honor to sponsor my friend Roger Buck for the National Cryptologic Foundation's In Memoriam ...

Year of death: 2023

Steganography Illustration by Don Gauger

Steganography Illustration by Don Gauger

Prints were Raffled at NCF Events in 2023. Artist Don Gauger participated in the 2022 National Cryptologic ...
Civil War Era Letters

Civil War Era Letters

In December 2009 the Acquisition Chairman (AC) bid on and won two very rare Civil War-era letters of cryptologic ...
Octavio Bermudez

Octavio Bermudez

Octavio Bermudez, 1892-1966, was born in Spain. He spent time in Argentina during his youth and emigrated to New ...

1892-1966

CCH booklet – “Give to Ferner” – The Untold Story of an American Master Cryptanalyst

CCH booklet – “Give to Ferner” – The Untold Story of an American Master Cryptanalyst

“Give to Ferner” - The Untold Story of an American Master Cryptanalyst In 2023, the NSA’s Center for Cryptologic ...
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