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Cyber Saturday

Saturday, January 18, 2025
8:30 am2:30 pm
Technological Advancement Center - TheLink
7000 Columbia Gateway, Suite 150
Columbia, MD 21046
US

Due to overwhelming interest - Registration is now closed for our January 2025 Cyber Saturday event. If you were unable to secure a spot - we hope you will plan on joining us for our next Cyber Saturday on May 3, 2025 at TAC - sponsored by Booz Allen.

Cyber Saturdays are specially designed for aspiring young cybersecurity enthusiasts, lovers of technology, and computer science superstars. This is an immersive and educational experience into cyber space and beyond that is unforgettable for students and their parents. Check out a video recap of the last Cyber Saturday via the TAC website link below. Or visit our Cyber Saturday main web page for links to prior event recaps.

MANY THANKS to Northrop Grumman for sponsoring the January 2025 Cyber Saturday event!

January 2025 Cyber Saturday sessions will include:

Keynote Speaker: Hallie Zimmerman, Northrop Grumman, Global Cyber Policy

MetaCTF - interactive challenge that introduces young minds to the fundamentals of ethical hacking, cryptography, and digital problem solving in a fun, interactive way.

Cipher Wheel Escape Room - students use a cipher wheel to solve puzzles and uncover hidden messages

Sharks & Minnows - learn how to encrypt and decrypt messages using simple techniques while navigating a fun, interactive game.

Amanita Whitehat Cyber Game - students who play these games take on the role of a cyber security expert tasked with saving the school from several cyber attacks.

AI - students will learn how machines "think" and solve problems, while sparking their creativity and curiosity about tech shaping our future.

Phishing - interactive activity designed to help students recognize and avoid online threats.

Plus we will be recording a #CyberChats Podcast broadcast during the event. And get ready parents, there will be two parent sessions this time!

Who Can Attend: Students 5th-10th grade and their parents

Cyber Saturday t-shirts will be free and available on first come - first serve.

INFORMATIVE PROGRAMS

Our cryptologic programs highlight relevant topics and feature exciting guest speakers.