• 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 MISSION

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

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NCF 25th Anniversary!

Saturday, April 17, 2021

April 17, 2021 will mark the 25th Anniversary of the National Cryptologic Foundation (NCF) - formerly NCMF.

We plan to celebrate with programs and events throughout our full anniversary year - ending in April 2022. We invite you to visit our 25th Anniversary page (see link below) which includes information about our history and our path forward.

A special event to kick-off our Anniversary Celebration took place on 14 April 2021 with a special Virtual Panel of Six Former NSA Directors. See the link below to watch a recording of the special event.

We look forward to having you celebrate with us and thank you for being part of our journey!

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TUNE INTO THE NCF PODCASTS

The NCF hosts two cyber-focused podcasts - #CyberChats and Cyber Pulse. #CyberChats strives to educate people of all ages about personal data care, as well as cyber careers, skills, and pathways. Cyber Pulse is geared toward our professional audience and explores the challenges cyber professionals face as well as strategies they use to safeguard our digital future.

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