Winning insights from Cyber Sentinel Skills Challenge champions

The Cyber Sentinel Skills Challenge is an ongoing cybersecurity competition that the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) hosts for technologists of all levels. It is a free competition that garners hundreds of attendees and awards top-performing participants with cash prizes. 

Beyond the financial gain winners incur, the Cyber Sentinel Skills Challenge offers all of its participants:

• Experience tackling the real-world cybersecurity scenarios facing the DoD
• Cybersecurity insights that traditional education methods don’t 
• A fun environment to learn and connect with professionals in the field 
• The chance to show off their skills in front of the DoD recruitment team

With a few Cyber Sentinel Skills Challenges in the books, it’s time to hear the experiences of past competition winners. 

Why should I join the Cyber Sentinel Skills Challenge? 

Showcase and sharpen your skills regardless of your education

The Cyber Sentinel Skills Challenge is a test of skill, intuition, and problem-solving under pressure. Participants found the perfect balance of stress and excitement, with challenges tailored to their expertise.