About Us

The Cybersecurity Club at the University of West Florida is a student-driven organization dedicated to advancing cybersecurity knowledge and hands-on skills. Our mission is to create a supportive and inclusive environment where students from all technical backgrounds can collaborate to explore, practice, and excel in cybersecurity.

With around 50 active members from majors such as Cybersecurity, Computer Science, and Information Technology, we engage in various activities, including Capture the Flag (CTF) competitions, cyber defense challenges, technical workshops, and speaker events with industry professionals. We provide opportunities for beginners and experienced members to learn, collaborate, and grow, whether preparing for certifications or seeking careers in the cybersecurity industry.

We strive to equip our members with the tools and connections they need to succeed in this rapidly evolving field through competitions, training sessions, and networking opportunities. Join us to develop your skills, make lasting connections, and become part of a thriving cybersecurity community!

Competitions We Compete in

Collegiate Penetration Testing Competition

A national competition where student teams act as penetration testers, performing security assessments on a fictional company's network. It focuses on offensive cybersecurity skills like vulnerability assessment, exploitation, and report writing, simulating real-world ethical hacking scenarios.

National Collegiate Cybersecurity Defense Competition

A national competition where student teams defend simulated corporate networks against professional red team attackers. It emphasizes real-world incident response and network defense skills.

National Centers for Academic Excellence Cyber Games

An initiative involving cybersecurity games and competitions organized under the National Centers for Academic Excellence in Cybersecurity program, focusing on collaboration and skill-building among students from CAE-designated institutions.

ITEN Wired Cyber Competition

A regional cybersecurity competition in the ITEN Wired summit, where teams tackle hands-on challenges in a friendly, competitive environment, fostering networking and skill development in the cybersecurity community.

National Cyber League

An inclusive cybersecurity competition open to students and professionals, focusing on individual and team-based challenges that cover areas like cryptography, network security, and ethical hacking.

Hivestorm Cyber Competition

A collegiate cybersecurity competition that allows students to test their skills in a virtual environment, focusing on critical thinking, teamwork, and technical abilities to defend against cyber threats.